GTU and Partners Stand Against Islamophobia
Challenging Recent Islamophobic Hate Speech, Interfaith Coalition Stands in Solidarity with Muslim Communities PRESS CONTACTS: Safir Ahmed, Zaytuna College, 415.595.0790, sahmed@zaytuna.edu Erin Burns, Pacific School of Religion, 904.742.9139, eburns@psr.edu Doug Davidson, Graduate Theological Union, 510.649.2423, ddavidson@gtu.e...
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Asian and Pacific Islander Initiative Spring Lecture
"The (Holy) Spirit as the Foundation of Religious Pluralism in the Asian Context" Dr. Peter C. Phan Ignacio Ellacuría Chair of Catholic Social Thought, Georgetown University This lecture seeks a common foundation for interreligious dialogue, especially in Asia. The first part reviews the six attempts at articulating a common foundation for dialogue among religions, namely, church, Christ, God, reign of God, the Holy Spirit, and indigenous religions. While all of these foundations have advantages, they also hamper real...
Modern Divine panel discussion at Contemporary Jewish Museum
Sunday, October 27th 2013, 3:00pm
Contemporary Jewish Museum, 736 Mission Street (btwn. 3rd and 4th Streets), San Francisco, CA 94103 Moderator: Riess Potterveld, President of Graduate Theological Union Panelists: Deena Aranoff, Assistant Professor for Jewish Studies, Graduate Theological Union Munir Jiwa, Director and Associate Professor, Center for Islamic Studies, Graduate Theological Union Devin Zuber, Assistant Professor for American Studies, Literature, and Swedenborgian Studies, Pacific School of Religion
Center for the Arts & Religion (CARe)The Center for Islamic Studies (CIS)The Richard S. Dinner Center for Jewish Studies (CJS)Pacific School of Religion (PSR)
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Schedules may be abbreviated or changed, especially during the January term and the summer. Please contact each school to confirm changes. American Baptist Seminary of the West Clayborne M. Hill Chapel 2606 Dwight Way, Berkeley 510/841-1905 Service of the Word Monday 6 - 6:45 pm Church Divinity School of the Pacific All Saints Chapel 2451 Ridge Road, Berkeley 510/204-0700 Morning Prayer Monday-Friday...
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The Changing Landscape of Theological Education
How Seminaries Are Adapting to New Realities by Stuart J. Moore The handwriting is on the wall. As Americans distance themselves from the label of Christian, preferring "spiritual" or no affiliation, attendance continues to slip across mainline denominations. Schools for ministerial formation are struggling with lower enrollments and less denominational financial support. The composition of the Christian Church is changing and the seminaries must change with it. Why does this shift matter to the Graduate Theological Union? Sometimes we focus so much on the academic programs, M.A. and Ph.D...
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GTU Presidential Search Accepting Applications through March 1, 2018
The Graduate Theological Union is actively engaged in a search for the school's next president and will continue to accept applications from interested candidates through March 1, 2018. We are seeking an innovative and collaborative leader whose compelling vision can inspire and unite this dynamic interreligious institution. The presidential search committee is encouraging the entire GTU community to invite qualified candidates to apply for this position. Those interested in applying can download a full job description for the...
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Digital Reformation: How Technology Shapes the Dynamic Classroom
by Stuart J. Moore The world is literally at our fingertips. Pull out your smart phone <tap tap tap> and you can Google huge libraries of information, see the world thanks to YouTube, and even converse via discussions boards, Facebook, Skype, and text. This ability to access information has revolutionized our culture, particularly how we view education. Jody Passanisi, a.k.a. Jacqueline Pearce, (M.A. '05) with her colleague Shara Peters astutely observes in a post at Scientific American, "[E]ducated people were those who knew a great deal of information about one or many...
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Bernard Schlager Named New Dean of PSR
It was announced on Monday, June 3, 2013, that Bernard Schlager will succeed Tat-siong Benny Liew as Pacific School of Religion's Dean & Vice President for Academic Affairs. Schlager has been at PSR since 2000 where he is Associate Professor of Cultural and Historical Studies; he is also a member of the Core Doctoral Faculty at the Graduate Theological Union (GTU). In addition, he has been Executive Director of the Center for Lesbian & Gay Studies in Religion and Ministry (CLGS) for the last 5 years. PSR President Riess Potterveld said, "Bernie is a respected teacher on campus and a...
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Riess Potterveld elected Acting President of the Graduate Theological Union
BERKELEY, CA – On May 17, the Graduate Theological Union (GTU) and Pacific School of Religion (PSR) informed their communities that Dr. Riess W. Potterveld, PSR President, will become Acting President of the GTU. PSR is one of the oldest members of the GTU, which is the largest consortium of seminaries and graduate schools in the country. Many of the schools are concentrated in an area north of UC Berkeley known as "Holy Hill." Potterveld's two-year appointment, which is effective July 1, 2013, will provide the GTU with stable leadership while the Board of Trustees develops...
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Bernie Schlager, CLGS/PSR, forecasts Pope Francis' stance on issues of sexuality and gender
Originally article at KQED, http://blogs.kqed.org/newsfix/2013/03/13/new-pope-chosen/ Following the selection of Pope Francis, Catholics across the spectrum are reacting to his record on issues. In a recent article, KQED interviewed Bernie Schlager, Ph.D., Executive Director of CLGS and Associate Professor of Historical and Cultural Studies at PSR, for a perspective on how Francis will likely address issues of sexuality and gender in the Catholic Church. Below is an excerpt from that article: There's no reason to believe the new pope will depart from his predecessor's positions on...
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GTU Announces Rabbi Daniel Lehmann as President
For Immediate Release Contact: Doug Davidson, communications@gtu.edu, 510-649-2423 Berkeley, CA, May 23, 2018 - The Graduate Theological Union (GTU) of Berkeley, California, is pleased to announce the selection of Rabbi Daniel L. Lehmann as the eighth president in the school's fifty-six-year history. Rabbi Lehmann comes to the GTU from Hebrew College in Newton, Massachusetts, where he recently completed his tenure as president and professor of pluralism and Jewish education. Lehmann also served as board chair of the Boston Theological Institute, where he successfully led...
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Center for Swedenborgian Studies Becomes the GTU's Newest Center of Distinction
The Graduate Theological Union is pleased to welcome the Center for Swedenborgian Studies (CSS) as its newest Center of Distinction. The Center for Swedenborgian Studies offers theological education to men and women seeking to minister within the Swedenborgian Church, serves as a hub for scholarship regarding the Swedenborgian tradition, and provides Swedenborgian theological resources for the wider church and community. CSS joins the Graduate Theological Union after fifteen successful and productive years as a House of Studies within Pacific School of Religion, one of the eight member...
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New Pope Not Likely to Soften Same-Sex Marriage Opposition says Bernie Schlager, CLGS/PSR
Originally article at KQED, http://blogs.kqed.org/newsfix/2013/02/11/new-pope-not-likely-to-soften-s... With the announced resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, many are wondering about the potential changes with the selection of a new pope. KQED had a conversation with Bernie Schlager, Ph.D., Executive Director of CLGS and Associate Professor of Historical and Cultural Studies at PSR about the effects a new pope will have on the LGBT community. Below is an excerpt from that article: Don't expect the next pope to preside over a gay couple's marriage. Pope Benedict XVI, who announced on...
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Opportunties to study during Summer 2013
These courses are offered through the member schools. Please contact the appropriate institution for more information. See all courses by visiting the Course Schedule, selecting Summer 2013 from the Term menu, and clicking Search. American Baptist Seminary of the West http://absw.edu/section/view/summer_2013 June 10-21, 2013BIBLICAL CHARACTERS AND SOCIAL JUSTICE Book of Ruth-Text & Modern Contexts Monday- Friday 6:10-9:40 pm (two-week evening summer intensive) Church Divinity School of the Pacific http://cdsp.edu/academics/continuing-education/CALL/courses-on-...
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GTU Course Textbook Information
Information on textbooks for classes offered by the GTU, its member schools, academic centers, and affiliates can be found on this page. The information is subject to changes. Please consult the instructor at the address listed below regarding any issues you may have regarding the textbooks. All titles are required except those listed otherwise. Spring 2019 GTU Courses BS 1021 - New Testament Greek 2: An Introduction Instructor: Laura Jean Torgerson (Ltorgerson@ses.gtu.edu) N. Clayton Croy. A Primer of Biblical Greek. Eerdmans. ISBN:...
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Metropolitan Nikitas Named Archbishop of Thyateira and Great Britain
June 17, 2019 - Metropolitan Nikitas Lulias of the Dardanelles has been unanimously elected as the new Archbishop of Thyateira and Great Britain, an archdiocese of the Eastern Orthodox Church. Since March of 2007, the newly elected archbishop has served as director of the Patriarch Athenagoras Orthodox Institute (PAOI) in Berkeley, an affiliate of the Graduate Theological Union devoted to the study of the Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition. Archbishop Nikitas will oversee a diocese of more than 100 churches and monasteries in England, Scotland, Wales, the Republic of...
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Beyond Bashing: A Faith Response to End Anti-LGBT Violence
Hate crimes based on sexual orientation account for 20% of all hate crimes reported to the FBI in recent years and violence against the transgender community continues at an appalling rate as well. We know that anti-gay religious voices contribute to creating a climate that allows these terrifying crimes to continue at high rates. Many faith leaders, however, are firm in our commitment that all people deserve to live in safety and freedom and that violence is never the appropriate response to our differences. Join us as we work together to end violence against the lesbian, gay,...
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In Solidarity Against Islamophobia
Thursday, December 17th 2015, 3:00pm
Challenging recent Islamophobic rhetoric, leaders from Jewish, Hindu, Buddhist, Christian, and Muslim traditions unite for illuminating dialogue and action in solidarity with Muslim communities. WHEN: Thursday, December 17th WHERE: "Holy Hill," intersection of Le Conte and Scenic Avenues, Berkeley, CA WHAT: GTU Solidarity Statement and Panel Discussion, 3pm - 5pm: Pacific School of Religion Chapel, 1798 Scenic Ave., Berkeley, CA Scholars and leaders will offer strategies and...
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'Preach It!' Preaching Festival
Monday, April 1st 2013
POSTPONED UNTIL SPRING 2013 - CHECK BACK FOR DATE AND TIME Preach It! is a preaching festival highlighting student preachers from the Graduate Theological Union. Six different categories will each feature six preachers. The day will culminate with a Preach-Off featuring one student from each group. Student preachers will be assessed by panels of homiletic professors and Bay area pastors. How To Enter? Each participant must submit an entry form <http://www.psr.edu/files_psr/PreachItEntryForm2.pdf> and entry fee of $10.00. Participation in the festival...
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