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Anger, Awakening, Action – A Message from Dean Moore
View the STH List of Actions Here Dear Beloved Community, I cannot remember a time when I was angrier than I am today after the criminal murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and countless others, combined with the overwhelming despair expressed in streets across the United States. My anger is... More
Provost Morrison: Status of STH Dean Search
Wednesday, July 8, 2020 – In a letter to the Boston University School of Theology community, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer Jean Morrison announced that Mary Elizabeth Moore would continue as dean of the School of Theology through the end of 2020, stepping down on December 31. The University expects... More
Reverend Dr. William B. McClain (STH’62,’77) offers wisdom at UMC Dismantling Racism Town Hall
On July 1, 2020, the UMC Council of Bishops, the General Commission on Religion and Race, the General Board of Church and Society, and United Methodist Women hosted a Town Hall centered on Dismantling Racism. This moving conversation included one of STH's very own, Reverend Dr. William B. McClain. Click here... More
Faithful Friendships: Prof. Robert’s Publication receives Accolades
Professor Dana Robert's book Faithful Friendships: Embracing Diversity in Christian Community has been designated among the Top Ten Outstanding Books in Mission Studies, World Christianity, and Intercultural Theology for 2019 by the International Bulletin of Mission Research. The publication has also been featured in a review on the Englewood Review website. "She... More
University Chaplain (Interim), full time: Alliance, Ohio
Description The University of Mount Union is seeking an Interim University Chaplain for the 2020-21 academic year. The position would begin in August 2020 and run through May 2021. The Chaplain serves as campus and community Pastor for the University and provides structure and guidance for spiritual growth and development for... More
Reverend Glen W. Snowden (STH ’69)
"Rev. Dr. Glen W. Snowden age 87 of Stow, formerly of Newton and Northborough MA passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2020 at the Coleman House in Northborough after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's.disease. He was the loving husband of the late Lorraine Stehman Snowden and fiance of Margaret... More
BUSTH and Chaplaincy Innovation Lab Awarded Wabash Center Grant
Contact: Kimberly Macdonald, Communications Director Boston University School of Theology 617-358-1858 kmacd@bu.edu Michael Skaggs, PhD, Executive Director Chaplaincy Innovation Lab 781-736-4399 mskaggs@brandeis.edu Boston, MA – July 1, 2020 – Boston University School of Theology (BUSTH) and the Chaplaincy Innovation Lab are pleased to announce that the Wabash Center has awarded a grant to support the project “Innovations in Chaplaincy... More
Anti-Racism Resources from the STH Community
The content of this post was originally sent to the students, faculty, and staff of the School of Theology on June 22, 2020, as an internal resource aimed to offer our community anti-racism resources and opportunities for engagement. What resources (books, articles, media, art, poetry, resource lists, etc.) are you finding helpful?... More
Reverend Dr. Ronald Johnson, Sr., (STH’06) reflects on Juneteenth’s significance and Confederate symbols
Rev. Dr. Ron Johnson (STH'06) is featured among Black history professors as they reflect on the significance behind Juneteenth. https://youtu.be/psUeyJNsks8 Rev. Dr. Johnson also authored an op-ed addressing the meaning of Confederate street names and the school mascot in his town. Read more here.
A Day of Collective Engagement: Racism and Antiracism, Our Realities and Our Roles
Tomorrow, Wednesday, June 24, Boston University will pause for the Day of Collective Engagement: Racism, Antiracism, Our Realities and Our Roles. The day gives an opportunity to listen, learn, and discuss with one another and with leaders across BU. The day begins with a panel moderated by Ibram X. Kendi, More
Alumnus Stephen Finlan (STH ’13) Authors “Salvation Not Purchased: Overcoming the Ransom Idea to Rediscover the Original Gospel Teaching”
Alumnus Stephen Finlan has authored the book Salvation Not Purchased: Overcoming the Ransom Idea to Rediscover the Original Gospel Teaching, which was released by Cascade Books in June, 2020. Dr. Finlan notes his book "takes on the common idea that salvation was 'purchased by the blood.' Previous to this work, while teaching... More