Franciscan School of Theology Names Keith Douglass Warner OFM President

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Michael Harlan, OFM

Michael Harlan, OFM, is a professed member of the U.S. Franciscan friars, Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe, with over 40 years’ experience in diverse ministry and work settings – provincial administration, higher education, urban centers, retreat centers, parishes, hospitals and outreach among the poor and marginalized.

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Keith Douglass Warner OFM, has been named the next president of the Franciscan School of Theology, effective July 1, 2026. A longtime member of the FST community, Brother Keith brings deep Franciscan formation and leadership experience to this new chapter. In partnership with the University of San Diego, FST continues to expand its mission, including the launch of a new Doctorate in Catholic Social Thought and Practice this fall. Together, FST and USD remain committed to forming leaders for the Church and the world.

Build. Grow. Renew.

In this video message Br. Keith, introduces the guiding themes for this new chapter at FST: Build. Grow. Renew. Rooted in 150 years of Franciscan tradition and strengthened through our partnership with the University of San Diego, this vision invites our community to journey forward together.

A Shared Mission with the University of San Diego

FST has been an affiliate of the University of San Diego since 2012. While neighboring USD’s campus and utilizing its facilities, FST is also a philosophical and mission-driven partner. Both institutions are rooted in Catholic identity and share a deep commitment to Catholic social thought, formation, and the pursuit of justice.

USD President James T. Harris III, DEd, expressed enthusiasm for Warner’s leadership:

“USD is very excited for Brother Warner and what he’ll bring to his new role as President of FST. He and the leaders of FST are important and visible members of the USD community, attending campus events and interacting with our students and faculty on a daily basis. We’re proud of our connection to the school and how it aligns with our mission and values. I wish Brother Warner the very best and pray that God will bless him in his new role.”

Official Press Release from the University of San Diego

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Written By:

Michael Harlan, OFM

Michael Harlan, OFM, is a professed member of the U.S. Franciscan friars, Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe, with over 40 years’ experience in diverse ministry and work settings – provincial administration, higher education, urban centers, retreat centers, parishes, hospitals and outreach among the poor and marginalized.

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Juliet Mousseau, RSCJ, PhD

Juliet Mousseau, RSCJ, completed her doctorate in historical theology at Saint Louis University in 2006. After teaching at Saint Louis University and the University of Dallas School of Ministry, she entered the Society of the Sacred Heart in 2009. She served as a professor of church history at the Aquinas Institute of Theology from 2012 to 2021.

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