Claremont School of Theology

Dr. Frank Rogers joined CBS News Los Angeles this morning to discuss the legacy of Pope Francis and the impact of his passing. You can watch the segment here: cbsnews.com/losangeles/vid…

It's Giving Tuesday and CST is asking for your support! Your gifts help advance the values of compassion, justice, and belonging in the real world. Please visit our website at cst.edu/give to learn about ways to give.

We are endlessly thankful for our amazing students, professors, staff, and friends that make CST such a special learning community! Here are a few photos from last week's AAR/SBL gathering, where CST students and professors presented, supported and shared meals with each other.

Claremont School of Theology Finalizes Sale of Historic Campus, Reduces Debt, and Relocates to Los Angeles: cst.edu/news/claremont…

Photo of the beautiful sanctuary by @westwoodumcinla

Rev. Kimberly Scott, a PhD student in Practical Theology/Spiritual Care at Claremont School of Theology, recently baptized a set of triplets! "I don’t know if I’ll ever be blessed with another chance like this," said Rev. Scott, "so I don’t take it lightly!"

CST alum Dana T. Fachner, a 2017 Master of Divinity grad, served as a hospital chaplain & is now pursuing a PhD in Criminal Justice & Criminology at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Check our latest Facebook post for more on this incredible alum: facebook.com/ClaremontTheol…

CST Prof. Dr. Frank Rogers recently preached at @lagunabeachumc on the #GoodSamaritan parable, urging us to seek #compassion during this turbulent #election cycle, especially towards those with whom we may be polarized. Watch his #sermon at: youtu.be/nOT0W7PHUHA?si…

CST alum Dr. Mazvita Margaret Machinga has been honored with the 2024 @RoehamptonUni Alumni Award in the category of "Alumni Contribution." Please join us in congratulating and thanking Dr. Machinga for her contributions! Learn more about her in our latest Facebook post.

Congrats to CST Professor Dr. Frank Rogers Jr. on receiving the 2024 “Best Book” Award in Religion from American Book Fest for his latest work, Cradled in the Arms of Compassion: A Spiritual Journey from Trauma to Recovery. Learn more at: cst.edu/news/frank-rog…

Protect your neighbor! Go vote! Thanks to @westwoodumcinla for the photo.

Dr. Kujawa-Holbrook is our Prof. of Practical Theology & Christian Histories. She is also a priest of the Episcopal diocese of LA. She has been active as a teacher, scholar, author, historian, and theological educator for almost 40 years. Learn more at: cst.edu/faculty/

Don't forget to register for the online Forgiveness Symposium on Jain-Christian Interreligious Dialogue and the concept, philosophy, and practices of the notion of Forgiveness in both Jain and Christian religious traditions. Learn more and register at: cst.edu/forgiveness-sy…

CST Alumna Mary Pearce is a Women's Spiritual Counselor, Hospice Chaplain, & Licensed Minister. Find out how Claremont School of Theology shaped her calling by heading to our Facebook page for the full post: facebook.com/ClaremontTheol…

CST is connected to several renowned research & service centers, including The Center for Engaged Compassion; the Center for Sexuality, Gender, & Religion; The Clinebell Institute for Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy; & the Digital Theological Library. cst.edu

Dr. Andrew Dreitcer is our Dean of Faculty, Prof. of Spirituality, & Co-Dir. of the Center for Engaged Compassion. He's co-founded grad programs in discernment, compassion cultivation, & leadership, & has worked in Restorative Justice at San Quentin. cst.edu/faculty

Rev. John Griffin-Atil received our 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award. An ordained United Methodist pastor & lay Zen Buddhist, he revitalized a West Hollywood congregation with "Broadway Sing-along Sundays" & now leads a nonprofit in San Diego County. ow.ly/ZH5o50TEBqY

Last week, CST students enjoyed lunches provided by these local churches: – Faith UMC Torrance (@FaithSouthBay) – Westwood UMC (@WestwoodUMCinLA) – First UMC Santa Monica – West Los Angeles UMC (@westlaumc) – Disciples Seminary Foundation (@DSF_1960) Thanks for your generosity!

Our top-rated #MDiv program is available online, in-person, or hybrid. Experience the same incredible professors & classes & join our network of 3,000+ diverse grads who are serving globally as ministers, educators, nonprofit admins, & more. Learn more: ow.ly/Zl6m50TypxJ

CST is honored to receive a $100,000 gift from West LA United Methodist Church for the Bishop Roy I. Sano and Kathy Thomas-Sano Endowed Chair in Asian American Theologies! The presentation took place on Sept 15 during worship service. Learn more: cst.edu/news/west-la-u…