Change Happens Now Podcast: Season 7, Episode 6: Breaking Barriers: How Kwaray is Reimagining the Future of Theological Education
Rev. Dr. David Vásquez-Levy, President of Pacific School of Religion, discusses the origin story of Kwaray, a new community-based learning platform dedicated to equipping rising faith leaders as they navigate an era of profound spiritual and cultural upheaval.
Change Happens Now Podcast: Season 7, Episode 5: Blueprints for Change: Redefining Architecture through Justice, Equity, and Community
As the first female principals at Bora Architecture, Amy Donohoe and Jeannie Lai champion justice-oriented design, making educational spaces innovative, inclusive, and inspirational. They sat down with us to talk about their personal and professional journeys and the importance of design justice, equity, and community engagement in architecture. We hear about the challenges of a male-dominated industry, the historical lack of diversity in architecture, the importance of recognizing and addressing biases in design, and creating inclusive spaces that prioritize the needs of both staff and clients.
PSR Announces 2024 Earl Lecture Series: Disruptive AI, Christian Nationalism, and Democracy
REGISTER FOR OUR OCTOBER 1ST LECTURE, “WHAT WAS MEANT FOR EVIL: MAKING AI & RELIGION WORK FOR US,” HERE The rise of Christian Nationalism in the U.S., along with other forms of religious nationalisms around the world, threaten to turn back the clock on hard fought progress on issues of equality, diversity, and…
So Help Me God: Faith, the Presidency, and my Doctor of Ministry: a Reflection by Dr. Robert W. Lee, IV (DMin ’24)
Recent graduate Dr. Robert W. Lee, IV (DMin ’24) reflects on the Presidency, faith and his journey at PSR ahead of the presidential election.
Change Happens Now Podcast: Season 7, Episode 4: Pursuing Reconciliation Through Bravery and Action
Host Mo King sits down with Rev. Dr. Brenda Salter McNeil, a pastor, dynamic speaker, award-winning author, and professor, about her mission to empower emerging Christian leaders to practice reconciliation in their communities.
Rev. Dr. John H. Vaughn Urges PSR’s Graduates to Emerge Unafraid and Love Unconditionally
Read the full text of Rev. Dr. John H. Vaughn (MDiv ‘85)’s inspiring address at PSR’s 157th Commencement.
Change Happens Now Podcast: Season 7, Episode 3: Black Space: Cultivating Identity and Community in Education
Host Mo King sits down with Lauren Snelling and Dori King to discuss their experiences as parents and educators and the importance of storytelling in their respective fields.
Building a Ministry That Serves Housing Insecure and Homeless Students: A Reflection by D. Lopez
Incoming Doctor of Ministry student D. Lopez shares the work that has become their ministry ensuring housing and education for housing-insecure and homeless students in Fort Collins, CO.
Change Happens Now Podcast: Season 7, Episode 2: Navigating Christian Ethics in a Complex World
Host Mo King sits down with esteemed scholars Dr. Traci West and PSR Professor Dr. Lisa Asedillo to explore how to transform faith into tangible action and illuminate the path toward ethical living and social justice in today’s world.
Dr. Lisa Asedillo Awarded PSR’s 2024 Faculty Excellence Award
Join the entire Pacific School of Religion (PSR) community in congratulating Dr. Lisa Asedillo for being awarded this year’s Faculty Excellence Award!