PSR Welcomes Jacob Perez (MTS ’21) as New Director of Marketing and Communications

Pacific School of Religion (PSR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jacob Perez as the new Director of Marketing and Communications, effective July 16th, 2024. Jacob, a PSR alumnus with a Master of Theological Studies (MTS ’21), returns to his alma mater with a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the institution’s mission.
PSR Professor Rev. Kristin Stoneking Elected Bishop by UMC’s Western Jurisdiction

Join us in congratulating PSR faculty Rev. Kristin Stoneking who has been elected a bishop by The United Methodist Church’s (UMC) Western Jurisdiction!
PSR Community Mourns the Loss of Alumnx Jim Price (MDiv ’58)

The Pacific School of Religion community joins the family of alumnx Jim Price in mourning his loss on June 12, at the age of 91
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.
Pacific School of Religion Celebrates a Fearless Future at 2024 Commencement

On May 19th PSR celebrated its 157th commencement with the theme, Emerging Unafraid: Living Out the Courage of Our Compassion. Read more about the ceremony and see pictures of the grads and their families!
A Call to Queer Solidarity: A Reflection by Rev. Jakob Hero-Shaw

Rev. Jakob Hero-Shaw, coordinator of CLGS’s Transgender Roundtable shares a Pride Month call to recognize chosen family in our lives and in the pages of our sacred texts.
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.
Trans POC: Environmental Advocacy and Empowerment: A Reflection by Jessie Ratcliff

Recent MDiv and MAST graduate Jessie Ratcliff shares a reflection on how his identity as a trans person of color intersects with the social justice and spiritual work of environmentalism.
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.
Fearless Generations: Alumnx in Action | 2024 Virtual Gathering

Learn more about the speakers, panels, and breakout sessions that will be part of PSR’s Fearless Generations: Alumnx in Action Virtual Gathering — June 1st, 2024!