Bryan Stewart

Bryan Stewart, Ph.D., is a Professor and Head of McMurry University's Department of Religion and Philosophy. He joined McMurry in 2009 as an Assistant Professor after serving as a Lily Fellow and lecturer at Valparaiso University. Dr. Stewart emphasizes building relationships with students, ensuring he learns every student’s name, and values McMurry’s collaborative academic environment.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Religion from the University of Virginia
• Master of Divinity (summa cum laude) from Covenant Theological Seminary
• B.A. in Religious Studies (magna cum laude) from Grove City College

Research focuses on early Christian interpretations of the Bible, church history, and liturgical practices. He has authored two books, dozens of articles, and is working on a manuscript about early British Christianity. His Lilly grant (2015) supported faculty exploration of teaching in church-related institutions.

Awards highlight his teaching and scholarly excellence, including the E.E. Hall Memorial Scholar Award and Bennett Award. Beyond academia, he enjoys fly fishing, supporting Pittsburgh sports teams, and family life with his wife and three children.