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Founding Fathers

We honor the Founding Fathers of St. Frumentius Theological College, whose vision, faith, and dedication established the foundation of the College’s mission and spiritual work.

His Eminence Abuna Yohanns I
His Eminence Abuna Yohanns I

Archbishop of Axum and the Whole Tigray

His Holiness Abuna Paulos
His Holiness Abuna Paulos

Patriarch of the EOTC, Ichege of the see of Tekle Haymanot, Archbishop of Axum and President of the World Council of Churches.

Academic Leadership

This faculty team guides the teaching, research, community service. and spiritual formation of students, fostering an environment of learning, wisdom, and faithful service in alignment with the College’s mission.

His Grace Abuna Yohanns III
His Grace Abuna Yohanns III

Archbishop of St Frumentius Theological College & St Michael Cathedral

Rev. Fr. Fissehatsion Demewez
Rev. Fr. Fissehatsion Demewez

Dean of St. Frumentius Theological College

Mr. Mekonen Tesfay
Mr. Mekonen Tesfay

Administrative Vice Dean

Mr. Mengistu Aytegeb
Mr. Mengistu Aytegeb

Academic Vice Dean of SFTC

Mr. Yared Girma
Mr. Yared Girma

Head of Theology Department

Rev. Fr. Aseffa Redae
Rev. Fr. Aseffa Redae

Head of Extension Department

Rev. Fr. Fitsum Kinfu
Rev. Fr. Fitsum Kinfu

Head of Distance Program

Rev. Fr. Gebremedhin Weldesenbet
Rev. Fr. Gebremedhin Weldesenbet

Mr. Kirkos Weldu
Mr. Kirkos Weldu

Head of Registrar

Mr. Gidey Beyene
Mr. Gidey Beyene

Head of Postgraduate Program

Mr. Nega Gebregziabher
Mr. Nega Gebregziabher

Department Head of Research and Study

Mr. Fishale Hadush
Mr. Fishale Hadush

Department Head of Languages

Mr. Menkir Gebregziabher
Mr. Menkir Gebregziabher

Department Head of Indigenous Knowledge

Mr. Teame Gebregziabher
Mr. Teame Gebregziabher

Head of Library

Rev. Fr. Firesibhat Abadi
Rev. Fr. Firesibhat Abadi

Head of Preaching Committee

Mr. Yheys Yohanns
Mr. Yheys Yohanns

Head of Online Department

Administrative Leadership

Entrusted with stewardship and guidance, the administrative leadership supports the College’s academic and spiritual mission through service, accountability, and care for the community.

Mr. Leake Tareke
Mr. Leake Tareke

PR Head of SFTC

Mr. Tiumay Kahsu
Mr. Tiumay Kahsu

Finance Head of SFTC

Mr. Mebrahtu Abrha
Mr. Mebrahtu Abrha

HR Head of SFTC

Abba Yitbarek Gebregziabher
Abba Yitbarek Gebregziabher

Head of General Services of SFTC

Mr. Abebe Gebregziabher
Mr. Abebe Gebregziabher

Head of Law Office of SFTC

Mr. Moges Takele
Mr. Moges Takele

Head of Project Office of SFTC

Mrs. Enqubahri Gebrekiros
Mrs. Enqubahri Gebrekiros

Head of Auditing Office

Former Deans

We honor the former deans who faithfully served the College, laying the foundation for its growth and supporting its mission of academic and spiritual formation. Their leadership continues to inspire and guide the institution today.

His Grace Abuna Yohanns II
His Grace Abuna Yohanns II

Archbishop of St. Frumentius Theological College
& St. Michael Cathedral

Abune Yohannes II was a distinguished spiritual leader who served as the First Supreme Patron and a dedicated teacher at the college until his passing in 2015 E.C. Renowned for his humility and his exceptional vocal gift in liturgical music, he played a central role in the modern development of the institution and the church.

Mr. Negash Bekele
Mr. Negash Bekele

First Dean of St. Frumentius Theological College

Mr. Getachew Guade
Mr. Getachew Guade

Second Dean of St. Frumentius Theological College

Abba Silas Berhane
Abba Silas Berhane

Third Dean of St. Frumentius Theological College

Mr. Haile Yohanns
Mr. Haile Yohanns

Fourth Dean of St. Frumentius Theological College

Rev. Fr. Tesfay Hadera
Rev. Fr. Tesfay Hadera

Fifth Dean of St. Frumentius Theological College

"The purpose of theology is not to fill the mind with knowledge, but to open the heart to God's presence and transform lives through divine wisdom."

- St. Frumentius