Spiritual Life

As embodiments of the Christian faith, Episcopal schools are created to be communities that honor, celebrate and worship God as the center of life. They are created to be models of God’s love and grace. They are created to serve God in Christ in all persons, regardless of origin, background, ability, or religion. They are created to strive for justice and peace among all people and to respect the dignity of every human being.

Beth Barksdale is a graduate of Salem College, Harvard Business School's OPM program, University of the South’s EFM program, and has her MDIV from Wake Forest University. She has helped spearhead Wake Forest University’s Tending the Field entrepreneur program, and previously served on the Board at Salem College and the PTA’s National Board for “Reflections.” Beth is a candidate for the position of Teaching Elder with the PC(USA) and the Doctor of Ministry cohort at Union Presbyterian Seminary (Fall 2020). She is an active member of World Presidents’ Organization (WPO) and Forum and she is a graduate of Young President’s Organization (YPO). She is a member of Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), the Association of Credit and Collection Professionals (ACA International), and the National Association of Chaplains (ACPE). She is an ordained Ruling Elder in the Presbyterian Church (PCUSA), a commissioned member of the Salem Presbytery Dream Team, and a member of PIRD (Presbyterian Interracial Dialogue).