Author: Kimberly Macdonald
Dr. Chuck Grose (STM ’56) Publishes “Dealing with Differences”
Dealing with Differences is the title of Dr. Chuck Grose’s (STH ’56) new book that addresses one of the top pervasive issues of our time! The reader is inductively drawn into each chapter as her/his/their every-day-experiences are framed through the lens of active empathy. In every chapter the reader tells their/his/her own stories when confronting privilege, […]
In Memoriam: Dr. Julius Samuel Scott, Jr. (STH ’68)
Dr. Julius Samuel Scott, Jr., (STH ’68) transitioned on Thursday, August 1, 2019, at his residence in Hilton Head Island, SC. Born in Houston, TX, he was a son of the late Julius S. Scott, Sr., and Bertha Bell Scott. Dr. Scott earned degrees in sociology and religion from Wiley College (with distinction), Garrett-Evangelical […]
Two New Certificate Programs Available Fall 2019
The School of Theology is pleased to announce two new certificate programs that will be available for student enrollment starting this fall semester. These certificates may be earned as part of and simultaneously with other School of Theology (STH) degree programs. According to Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Bryan Stone, “These new certificates are timely and […]
In Memoriam of Bishop C. Dale White (STH ’51 & GRS ’63)
Bishop C. Dale White (STH ’51 & GRS ’63) died on March 29, 2019 in Concord, Massachusetts at the age of 94. Bishop White served as Bishop of the United Methodist Church from 1976-1984 in New Jersey and from 1984 until his retirement in New York. White is survived by his children: Hazel (Leland) Lescalleet […]
Article on Rev. Dr. Herman O. Kelly (STH ’83) Published on LSU Website
Read the article, “Teaching Others: From the Classroom to the Swimming Pool,” here.
In Memoriam of Rev. Dr. F. Thomas Trotter (STH ’53 & GRS ’58)
Rev. Dr. F. Thomas Trotter (STH ’53 & GRS ’58) died late Friday evening, July 26 at the age of 93. Dr. Trotter dedicated his life to God and humanity in service of The United Methodist Church, and also, in so many ways, to Claremont School of Theology. Raised in Los Angeles, Dr. Trotter earned […]
Op-Ed by Rev. Vernon Walker (STH ’16) on Safe Communities Act in CommonWealth Magazine
Rev. Vernon Walker (STH ’16) who serves as the Public Policy Director of the Young Democrats of Massachusetts recently wrote an Op-Ed for CommonWealth Magazine about welcoming the stranger and passing the Safe Communities Act. The article can be read here.
The Horror of Hatred: A Message from Dean Moore
The Horror of Hatred August 4, 2019 In 24 hours, people in the United States have witnessed two mass shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, with a death toll of 29 and an injury toll of more than 50. In the past week, we have witnessed two other horrific shootings in Southaven, Mississippi […]
Dr. Glenn Bucher (STH ’68)
Glenn Richard Bucher (STH ’68), 79, of Lititz, PA, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at Landis Homes. Born in Mechanicsburg, PA, he was the son of K. Ezra Bucher and Anna Esther Markley. Glenn graduated from Elizabethtown College, PA, and went on to Union Theological Seminary, NYC, to earn a Master’s of Divinity […]
David Seaburn (STH ’75) Publishes Seventh Novel
Novelist David Seaburn (STH ’75) recently released his seventh novel, Gavin Goode, on June 27, 2019 through Black Rose Writing. The back cover reads: “I don’t know how and I don’t know why, but I think I died today.” So begins the complex and mysterious journey of Gavin Goode and his family. What happened to […]