Past Lectures
The 2025 Lecture
May 6, 2025, 6:30pm
Judy Woodruff
A Conversation about Crossroads
With the renowned journalist, Judy Woodruff, moderated by Susan McConnell.
Judy Woodruff
Broadcast Journalist, Senior Correspondent for the PBS NewsHour
The Williamson Lectures welcomed broadcast journalist Judy Woodruff in 2025, for a conversation with Susan McConnell about civil discourse, bridging political and social divides, and the importance of the American constitution.
“I’m leaving with the feeling that I have an idea - something I can turn into a plan of action.”
The Williamson Lectures are made possible through funding from the St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Endowment.
The 2024 Lecture
December 5, 2024, 6:30pm
The Right Rev. Michael Curry
A Conversation about Hope
With The Rt. Rev. Michael Curry, moderated by Josephine Hicks
The Rt. Rev. Michael Curry
Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church
St. Peter's was pleased to welcome the Rt. Rev. Michael Curry, retired Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, as the 2024 Williamson Lecture speaker. In conversation with Josephine Hicks, Bishop Curry talked about the importance of holding onto hope in troubling times, and about the sacred and essential importance of love.
The Williamson Lectures are made possible through funding from the St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Endowment.
The Inaugural Lecture
April 20, 2023, 6:30pm
Hugh McColl and Harvey Gantt
A Conversation about Legacy
With Harvey Gantt and Hugh McColl, moderated by Kristin Hills Bradberry
Harvey Gantt
Architect and Former Mayor, City of Charlotte
Hugh McColl
Former Chairman and CEO, Bank of America
Former Charlotte Mayor Harvey Gantt and Hugh McColl, long-time Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Bank of America, inaugurated The Williamson Lectures in a conversation about the importance of building things that last beyond one lifetime. Together, these legendary leaders offered a long view on the people, institutions, and events that have shaped our region, and how one generation can create well-being for generations to come.
Learn more about Harvey Gantt and Hugh McColl.
The Williamson Lectures are made possible through funding from the St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Endowment.