Campaign for the Bill Mallard Lay Theology Institute at Candler Candler Development Office Campaign for the Bill Mallard Lay Theology Institute Throughout an unforgettable career, Bill Mallard has taught, in his special way, the Scriptures and the history of the Christian church in United Methodist congregations, at conferences, and at Candler. The lay community has a unique relationship with Bill, and he with them.
Bill embodies the minister as teacher and pastor for both lay and clergy.
In appreciation, friends and colleagues from Virginia and throughout the Southeastern Jurisdiction are leading a campaign to honor Bill on the occasion of his retirement from Candler. These friends and colleagues have initiated a campaign to name the Lay Theology Institute at Candler School of Theology for him. The courses are taught by faculty and faculty emeriti from Candler School of Theology and professionals from the larger community. Atlanta-area churches and Candler School of Theology serve as host sites for the courses. The curriculum provides excellent theological education for a lay, ecumenical student body.