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Scott Bush named director of Samford’s Ministry Training Institute

Samford University has appointed Scott Bush ’91, MDiv ’95, DMin, as director of its Ministry Training Institute (MTI).
  • October 14, 2025
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Scott Bush named director of Samford’s Ministry Training Institute

Samford University has appointed Scott Bush as director of its Ministry Training Institute.

Currently serving as senior pastor of Southcrest Baptist Church in Bessemer, Alabama, Bush will lead the university’s initiative to provide affordable, accessible theological education for church leaders across the Southeast.

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Bush’s appointment follows a season of record growth for the institute. This year, MTI’s Shelby/Helena extension site saw its highest enrollment to date, reflecting a growing demand for biblically grounded, practical ministry training.

Scott Guffin, executive director of the Christian Ministry department at Samford, said, “I’m excited about Dr. Scott Bush becoming the new director of MTI. Scott has been a longtime leader in the program, and we’re greatly anticipating how he will build on the successes of Dr. Kevin Blackwell’s years of leadership.”

Bush said his goal as director is to continue building on that momentum while strengthening the institute’s connection to local churches.

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EDITOR’S NOTE — This story was written by Kameron Brown and originally published by Samford University. 

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