Rev. Keith McKellop
Rev. Keith McKellop
Interfaith Training Faculty
Rev. Keith McKellop brings a unique blend of scientific rigor and interfaith dialogue to his role as an interfaith minister. After retiring from a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry, Rev. Keith was ordained as an interfaith minister in 2016, marking a pivotal transition from science to spirituality.
Since his ordination, Rev. Keith has dedicated himself to mentoring interfaith ministry students, starting in 2018. His approach to mentorship is deeply informed by his scientific background, fostering a methodical yet compassionate framework for understanding and appreciating diverse religious traditions.
Rev. Keith’s work primarily focuses on facilitating dialogue among various religious groups, aiming to dismantle the perceived barriers that often separate them. Through his guided discussions, he encourages participants to explore and respect the diverse beliefs and practices that define their spiritual identities, fostering an environment of understanding and mutual respect.
His efforts extend beyond just conversation; Rev. Keith is committed to building lasting bridges between different and sometimes opposed religious communities, promoting peace and cooperation through informed dialogue and shared experiences.
Rev. Keith’s unique perspective as both a scientist and a spiritual mentor makes him a valued member of the interfaith community, where he continues to advocate for inclusivity and empathy among all faiths.
“The day will come when, after harnessing space, the winds, the tides, and gravitation, we shall harness for God the energies of love. And on that day, for the second time in the history of the world, we shall have discovered fire.”
~ Fr. Pierre Teilhard de Chardin (1881-1955)
Since his ordination, Rev. Keith has dedicated himself to mentoring interfaith ministry students, starting in 2018. His approach to mentorship is deeply informed by his scientific background, fostering a methodical yet compassionate framework for understanding and appreciating diverse religious traditions.
Rev. Keith’s work primarily focuses on facilitating dialogue among various religious groups, aiming to dismantle the perceived barriers that often separate them. Through his guided discussions, he encourages participants to explore and respect the diverse beliefs and practices that define their spiritual identities, fostering an environment of understanding and mutual respect.
His efforts extend beyond just conversation; Rev. Keith is committed to building lasting bridges between different and sometimes opposed religious communities, promoting peace and cooperation through informed dialogue and shared experiences.
Rev. Keith’s unique perspective as both a scientist and a spiritual mentor makes him a valued member of the interfaith community, where he continues to advocate for inclusivity and empathy among all faiths.
“The day will come when, after harnessing space, the winds, the tides, and gravitation, we shall harness for God the energies of love. And on that day, for the second time in the history of the world, we shall have discovered fire.”
~ Fr. Pierre Teilhard de Chardin (1881-1955)