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Shirley Paulson

Institutional Affiliation

Founder

Early Christian Texts: The Bible and Beyond

Credentials

Ph.D., University of Birmingham M.T.S., Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary M.A., Principia College

Biography

Shirley Paulson, PhD is the principal producer of Early Christian Texts: The Bible and Beyond. This website includes her online teaching, blog, and podcasts highlighting the work of other scholars. Shirley’s academic work focuses on early Christian texts, especially those relating to healing practices and theology. She contributed to After Jesus before Christianity , and she is The author of The Secret Revelation of John.

Academic Appointments
Professional Service

Shirley served as the first Head of Ecumenical Affairs for the global headquarters of the Christian Science Church and served on the Board of the North American Academy of Ecumenists. She also served on the Westar Board of Directors from 2019 until 2025.

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