Last Words By Randal Whittington
In considering the theme for the last issue of Windows before I retire as editor, I tried to capture what has been so compelling about this place I’ve called home these past twenty-nine years. It comes down to a couple of words embedded at the end of Austin Seminary’s mission statement: “winsome” and “exemplary.” Back when I interviewed for this job, I had a trick up my sleeve. Actually, it was a rabbit in my pocket. In a previous conversation with John Evans (MDiv’68), the hiring supervisor for the position, I learned he collected rabbits. I happened upon a sweet rabbit carved out of wood at an art festival in Chattanooga the weekend before making the trip to Austin. As I was saying my thanks and good-byes, I slipped my hand into the pocket of my navy blazer and gave the bunny to John, confident that this gesture would seal the deal. Winter 2024 | 7
