Dr. Melva Costen and Dr. Cynthia Rigby selected for Excellence in Theological Education Awards

Dr. Melva Costen, who died at the age of 90 in 2023, was a leading voice in church worship and song, particularly in the African American church in the PC(USA). Her recognition will be only the second person to be honored posthumously for this award. Dr. Cynthia Rigby has served on the faculty of Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Texas since 1995. She is a speaker, preacher, author, and lecturer who seeks to make Christian teachings...