Members of the Claremont School of Theology Community,

Claremont School of Theology was founded more than 140 years ago with a vision rooted in the Gospel and carried forward by generations of people who have believed in the transforming power of compassion, justice, and belonging. In every season of our history, we have stood with the marginalized, the oppressed, and those who put their faith into action for a more just world. That commitment remains unshaken today.

We write to you now in a moment of deep moral concern.

We stand in unequivocal solidarity with immigrant families and communities targeted by unjust policies and unlawful enforcement actions. The recent increase in aggressive tactics by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) represents a dangerous escalation in the criminalization of vulnerable people. These actions not only violate human rights—they betray our deepest theological and ethical convictions.

We also strongly reject the decision by the President of the United States to deploy armed federal troops into the Los Angeles area. This militarized response to constitutionally protected peaceful protests is a misuse of government power and a direct threat to democracy, public safety, and moral leadership. CST joins other institutions of faith and conscience in condemning this action.

We affirm the right—and indeed, the necessity—of peaceful protest as an act of sacred resistance. Nonviolent witness is at the heart of every movement for justice. We lift up and support those who are taking to the streets, gathering in sanctuaries, and raising their voices against oppression, in the tradition of prophetic justice-makers past and present.

We are especially proud of the faithful leadership of our partners in the United Methodist Church and the broader faith community:

·  West Los Angeles United Methodist Church, a historically Japanese congregation with living memory of its members’ own forced incarceration during WWII, will host a prayer vigil tonight at 8:15 PM. This will be a sacred space for lament, hope, and community solidarity.

·  An interfaith prayer vigil will be held this evening at 6:00 PM in Grand Park, downtown Los Angeles, uniting voices across faiths in a call for justice.

·  Additionally, you are invited to join Father Greg Boyle, Rabbi Sharon Brous, Valarie Kaur, Bishop Taylor, and other faith and community leaders tonight—Tuesday, June 10 at 6:00 PM—in Grand Park (200 N. Grand Ave) for a candlelight vigil in solidarity and shared prayer.

CST’s mission calls us to educate leaders who are prepared to respond to the needs of a hurting world with wisdom, courage, and compassion. That means not only teaching justice in our classrooms but embodying it in our collective life. We are not neutral. We are not silent. We are on the side of those seeking refuge, safety, and liberation.

Now is the time for moral clarity. Let us pray together. Let us stand together. Let us act together.

Because justice is not optional—it is essential.

In faith and solidarity,

Grant Hagiya, Co-President

Kah-Jin Jeffrey Kuan, Co-President

Steve Horswill-Johnston, Senior Vice President for Advancement & Communications

Andrew Dreitcer, Senior Vice President for Academics and Dean of the Faculty

Kyungsig Samuel Lee, Senior Vice President for International Relations

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LOS ANGELES, Calif. (May 27, 2025) — Claremont School of Theology (CST) has announced a strategic and time-bound transitional leadership model designed to guide the institution through a period of executive transition, institutional restructuring, and renewed focus on long-term sustainability. The new leadership framework will go into effect June 1, 2025 and extend through June 2027.

This structured approach aligns directly with CST’s Strategic Plan, particularly its emphasis on collaborative leadership, financial stewardship, and mission-driven sustainability. With key leadership approaching retirement, this transitional model ensures uninterrupted operational excellence while positioning the institution for a bold and promising future.

At the heart of this model is a Co-Presidency shared by the Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Kuan and Bishop Grant Hagiya, two seasoned leaders who bring complementary strengths to CST’s executive oversight:

• Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Kuan will focus on institutional operations, including finance, accreditation, partnerships, and strategic planning, while maintaining strong ties with CST’s Board, faculty, and interreligious partners.
  
• Bishop Grant Hagiya will direct efforts in church relations, donor engagement, and theological education, while also teaching.

“This transitional leadership team represents both continuity and innovation,” said CST Board Chair Rev. Patrcia Farris. “It allows us to remain grounded in our values while taking bold steps forward—responsibly, strategically, and in full alignment with our mission,” Farris said.

The transitional structure not only strengthens CST’s leadership continuity but also significantly reduces costs—reallocating resources toward donor engagement, program development, and academic excellence.

Other key leadership appointments include:

• Steve Horswill-Johnston – Senior Vice President for Advancement & Communications
• Dr. Andy Dreitcer – Senior Vice President for Academics & Dean of the Faculty
• Rev. Dr. Samuel Lee – Senior Vice President for International Relations
• Rev. Dr. Yuki Schwartz – Vice President for Academics & Student Success (beginning January 2026)

These roles are vital to advancing CST’s academic vision, supporting student success, and deepening international and denominational relationships—core pillars of the Strategic Plan.

The Board of Trustees has affirmed that this transitional structure is temporary and will conclude no later than June 2027. It provides the space and stability needed for CST to prepare for the school’s next president.

“This is a moment of promise and planning,” said Co-President Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Kuan. “Together, we are setting the foundation for a more collaborative, mission-aligned, and financially sustainable CST.”

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Claremont School of Theology is a graduate school of religion and theology located in Los Angeles, California (Westwood). A leader in interreligious education, CST is committed to preparing spiritually grounded leaders for service to the world through compassion, justice, and belonging.

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Rev. Dr. Mazvita Machinga, Bishop Gift K. Machinga, and Rev. Woong-Min Kim were recognized as the 2025 Distinguished Alums at Claremont School of Theology’s Commencement ceremony in Los Angeles.

Recipients of the award are nominated by their peers for being agents of transformation and healing in the world, and for living out CST’s core values of compassion, justice, and belonging.

Read more about each extraordinary recipient below:

Rev. Dr. Mazvita Machinga

Rev. Dr. Mazvita Machinga is an ordained United Methodist Church Deacon and seasoned psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in mental health, trauma healing, and substance use rehabilitation. She earned an MTS in Pastoral Care and Counseling (2005) and a PhD in Practical Theology, Psychotherapy Track (2012) from CST, and also holds an MSc in Psychology from the University of Roehampton. As Founder and Clinical Director of Psychotherapy, Care and Counselling Services in Manicaland, Zimbabwe, she serves vulnerable communities through voluntary clinical services, psychoeducation, and innovative trauma recovery programs. Dr. Machinga has held key leadership roles, including Vice Chair of the Zimbabwe National Peace and Reconciliation Commission Committee, Chair of the Zimbabwe Psychological Association (Manicaland), and inaugural President of the Zimbabwe Association of Professional Accredited Chaplains. She also serves on various provincial and church committees. Her work integrates spirituality and mental health, promoting their complementarity and advancing healing and empowerment. Recognized nationally and internationally, her efforts embody CST’s mission to cultivate compassionate leaders for a just and healing world.

Bishop Gift K. Machinga 

With over 42 years in pastoral ministry, Bishop Rev. Dr. Gift Machinga ’04, ’08 embodies dedicated spiritual leadership and community service. He earned a Master of Arts and Doctor of Ministry in Religious Education from CST. Currently the Resident Bishop for the Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, and Botswana Episcopal Area, he has served faithfully in diverse roles across Zimbabwe and the U.S. Known for his compassionate, humble, and wise leadership, Bishop Machinga has held key positions including District Superintendent, Conference Secretary, Chair of the Board on Ordained Ministry, and team lead to the General and Central Africa Conferences. He has also served as Board Member for Africa Upper Room Ministries and Africa’s leader for the General Board of Discipleship. His visionary efforts have supported the development of church infrastructure, health facilities, and UMC campgrounds in Zimbabwe. A mentor to many clergy and laity, he advocates for discipleship, unity among Christian denominations, and spiritual growth. A strong voice for peace and harmony in faith communities, Bishop Machinga’s life exemplifies servant leadership and deep devotion. His enduring impact reflects CST’s mission to form compassionate leaders, rooted in justice, and committed to healing a fractured world.

Rev. Woong-Min Kim

For over four decades, Rev. Woong-Min Kim ‘81 has been one of the most respected pastors in the Korean American United Methodist Church. Born in Korea before the Korean War, his experiences with social conflict shaped his ministry, emphasizing compassion, justice, and belonging. He served a congregation in Korea and six in the California-Pacific Annual Conference, founding two. From 2004–2010, he was District Superintendent of the Hawaii District and later served as Coordinator for the Western Jurisdiction Korean Ministry (2015–2022). Known for humility and deep faith, Rev. Kim empowered laypeople and prioritized community consent, fostering peace wherever he served.

His ministry extended globally—he founded a pasta factory in North Korea during a famine, supported churches and medical missions in Brazil, established congregations in the Philippines, and aided care homes for orphans and those with disabilities in Korea. Rev. Kim also supported ecumenical missions and promoted multicultural, multiracial ministry.

Even after retiring in 2013, he remained active, helping 18 churches partner to support 22 new congregations and serving as Chair of CST’s International Development Committee. Through his leadership, he has helped raise over half a million dollars for CST. Rev. Kim embodies CST’s values, demonstrating how pastoral leadership rooted in compassion and justice transforms communities worldwide.

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The statement makes clear what’s at stake—for higher education and for America’s shared prosperity—in any unraveling of the longstanding, productive partnership between government and institutions of higher learning. While the presidents “are open to constructive reform and do not oppose legitimate government oversight,” they also make clear that they will stand against attempts to restrict or undermine the freedoms fundamental to higher education. The statement calls for “constructive engagement that improves our institutions and serves our republic.”

The full statement and an up-to-date list of signatories are available online at www.aacu.org/constructive-engagement.

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Dr. Frank Rogers had the honor of joining KCAL News/CBS Los Angeles on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 to discuss the legacy of Pope Francis and the impact of his passing.

You can watch the full segment here: https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/video/remembering-pope-francis-with-professor-frank-rogers/

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LOS ANGELES, Calif. Wednesday, April 16, 2025/CST/ – Claremont School of Theology took part in an historic signing ceremony establishing The Bhagwan Chandraprabha Endowed Professorship in Jain Studies at CST. 

The ceremony was held at the Jain Center of Southern California (JCSC) and attended by over a hundred people, including several prominent leaders in the Jain community. Dr. Nitin Shah, past president of JCSC and current Chair of the Academic Liaison Committee of the the Federation of Jain Associations in North America (JAINA), kicked off this very auspicious ceremony by welcoming everyone and spoke about the history of the partnership between CST and the Jain community through the hiring of adjunct professor Sushama Parekh to start teaching Jain classes at CST in 2015. Other prominent leaders in attendance include Dr. Jasvant Modi, past president of JCSC and lead donor of the endowed professorship; Mr. Dilip Shah and Mr. Mahesh Wadher, past presidents of JAINA; Dr. Parveen Jain, CEO of the Arihanta Institute; and adjunct professor, Mrs. Sushama Parekh.

This landmark moment strengthens CST’s commitment to global interreligious dialogue and deepens its partnership with one of the world’s oldest religious traditions.

Rev. Patricia Farris, Chair of CST’s Board of Trustees, lauded the significance of this milestone. “This professorship will facilitate the exchange of ideas, create new knowledge, and train graduate students to ensure the continued study and relevance of the ancient Jain religion,” Farris said.

President Emeritus and Professor of Hebrew Bible, Rev. Dr. Kah-Jin Jeffrey Kuan, also spoke, describing CST’s long standing partnership with the Jain community as “one of the greatest honors and joys of [his] academic career,” and celebrated the moment as “the culmination of a long friendship.”

“When established, Claremont School of Theology was the first ecumenical seminary of The United Methodist Church,” Rev. Farris reflected. “That early work across the Christian community soon evolved into our interfaith commitments—with Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, and Jain partners—across interreligious, intercultural, and global contexts.”

Dr. Kuan traced the origins of this collaboration to 2011, when Dr. Philip Clayton, then CST’s Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty, initiated conversations with members of the Jain community including Dr. Sulekh Jain, Mr. Dilip Shah, and Dr. Nitin Shah, who now serves on CST’s Board of Trustees. He also acknowledged Dr. Brianne Donaldson—then a CST doctoral student—for her early and ongoing contributions to the relationship.

Since those early conversations, the Jain community has become an invaluable partner to CST, supporting scholarships for students to study Jainism in India through the International School of Jain Studies (ISJS), funding international conferences, and sponsoring annual courses in Jain studies.

Dr. Sulekh Jain, past president of JAINA, also addressed the gathering.  “On behalf of all my Jain friends, I extend my deepest gratitude to all of you—especially President Kuan and Hagiya ji—for believing in us and for your steadfast support. Your commitment to this journey has been unwavering,” Dr. Jain said.

CST President Grant Hagiya reflected on the broader significance of the partnership and the values the Jain tradition has added to our educational enterprise. “In our world and society of radical polarization and harm, the subject of forgiveness is critical for us to teach and live out in our daily lives. Dr. Venu Mehta and Dr. Jeffrey Kuan bring our two great religious traditions together to demonstrate that we have so much more in common than any minor differences. This is the greater vision that our coming together today represents: that we can join together under the values that our world so desperately needs: compassion, justice, and belonging,” CST President Hagiya said.

The endowment is made possible by the generous contributions of 20 families and foundations through the hard work of Dr. Nitin Shah and Dr. Jasvant Modi. CST’s President Emeritus Dr. Jeffrey Kuan and his wife Mrs. Valentine Toh also contributed to this endowment. 

Finally, CST would like to express its deep gratitude and thanks to JCSC for hosting and providing not only the space but also lunch to all gathered. 

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100% 원격 수업 인증으로 유연성 있는 현장 수업과 원격 수업 환경 제공!

2026년 1월 겨울학기: 한국에서 대면 현장 집중 수업으로 진행

2026년 7월 여름학기: Zoom으로 실시간 원격 집중 수업으로 진행

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갈등의 치유, 회복과 변혁을 지향하는 클레어몬트 신학대학원, 실천신학 목회학 박사과정2026 겨울학기(1월) 17기 신입생을 모집합니다.

클레어몬트 신학대학원의 실천신학 목회학박사 프로그램은 지난 15년 동안 150명 이상의 재학생들과, 90명 이상의 목회학 박사들을 배출한 한국어 목회학 박사 과정입니다.

이 학위 과정은 한국을 아울러 전세계에서 목회하면서2년 동안 30학점을 취득 후, 박사학위 인증기관인 북미신학협회와 미국 서부 교육국의 방침에 따라 논문 프로젝트를 완성하면 목회학 박사 학위 과정을 성공적으로 마칠 수 있습니다.

클레어몬트 신학대학원 실천신학 목회학 박사과정의 장점:

첫째, 현장 대면 수업과 실시간 원격 수업을 통합한 글로벌 하이브리드 신학 교육입니다.

둘째, 지원자들의 재정 형편에 맞춰 보조하는 장학금입니다.

셋째, 한국어로 수업하고 한국어로 목회학 박사 논문을 쓸 수 있습니다.

넷째, 학기 마다 10일 동안(한 과목에 5일) 집중 수업을 하기 때문에, 목회와 학업을 병행할 수 있습니다.

다섯째, 1월에는 한국에서 대면 수업, 7월에는 미국에 오지 않고 Zoom으로 실시간 원격 수업을 하기 때문에 학비 외, 여행비에 대한 부담을 줄일 수 있습니다.

여섯째, 질적 연구라는 새로운 방법과 방법론을 습득하며 최근 실천 신학과 이론 신학의 경향을 연구하여, 목회에 꼭 필요한 갈등의 치유와 변혁을 지향하는 다양한 수업들과 논문 프로젝트를 우수 교수진과 함께 완성합니다.

일곱째, 입학부터 졸업까지 학생의 입장에서 최고의 교육과 행정 서비스를 제공합니다.

1. 수업 기간: 2026년 1월 5일-1월 16일 (한국 내 현장 대면 수업, 장소: 대전 목원대학교)

2. 지원 마감일 (겨울학기 17기생): 2025 년 9월 1일까지

• 온라인 지원서 링크: https://cst.edu/apply-now/

• 온라인 입학지원 한글 설명서 바로가기:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RmzbMeyNGaHLFsfzXSZezERxRhhAIZl1/view?usp=drive_link

3. 입학요건

a. M.Div. 학위 혹은 동등학위 소지자, 각 학위성적 (GPA) 3.25 이상

b. M.Div. 학위나 동등학위 취득 후 3 년 이상의 Full-Time 목회자

c. 본 과정은 한인교수가 강의하거나 미국교수가 한인교수와 함께 강의하기 때문에 토플성적을 요구하지 않습니다.

4. 수강 일정과 장소

a. Winter Intensive Course (대전, 서울, 한국) – 겨울 학기 집중 교육은 학사 일정에 따라 매 해 1 월 첫째 주간과 둘째 주간에 열리며 월요일 혹은 화요일에 시작하여 2주 동안 한국 캠퍼스에서 열립니다.

b. Summer Intensive Course (Zoom) – 여름 학기 집중 교육은 매 해 7월 첫째 주간과 둘째 주간에 원격 수업으로 진행합니다. 수업 방식은 실시간 Zoom 수업입니다.

5. 기타 정보

a. 이수학점: 30 학점 (전체 2 년 과정): 2025년 겨울 학기부터 입학하는 학생들은 현장 대면 수업보다 실시간 Zoom 원격 수업 과목을 최소 50% 이상 이수해야 합니다. 이상적인 수강신청은 실시간 Zoom 수업 네 과목과 현장 대면 수업 세 과목입니다. 

b. 이수기간: 2년

c. 수업료: 학점 당 $880 (2025 년 여름학기 기준, 수업료는 매 해 가을학기 기준 소폭 인상됩니다.)

d. 수업을 위한 여행비용은 학생이 부담합니다.

e. 재정 형편에 따라 장학금을 지급합니다. 여성 지원자들은 장학금 인센티브를 더 제공합니다.

f. 기독교대한감리회 교역자는 학위과정을 마친 후 교단에서 수여하는 “목회최고지도자과정” 증서를 받습니다.

g. 한국어로 수업하고, 한국어로 박사 논문을 작성합니다.

6. 문의

김남중 교수 (실천신학 목회학 박사 프로그램 학과장, 실천신학 교수, 국제협력 부학장)

※ 웹 정보: https://cst.edu/faculty/namjoong-kim/

※ 미국 휴대폰: 646-712-3278

※ 이메일: koreandmin@cst.edu (한국어 문의 가능)

※ 카톡 아이디: namjoong71

7. 실천신학 목회학 박사과정 동문들이 만들어가는 이야기 영상 시리즈 (2020-24년)

주제: 나에게 클레어몬트란?

※ 이종철 박사 (Rev. Dr. JongChul Lee: 기독교대한감리회)

※ 김진명 박사 (Rev. Dr. Jinmyeong Kim: 기독교대한감리회)

※ 정진용 박사 (Rev. Dr. Jinyoung Jung: 한국기독교장로회)

※ 이선영 박사 (Rev. Dr. Sunyoung Lee: 한국기독교장로회)

※ 김충진 박사 (Rev. Dr. Chungjin Kim: 기독교대한감리회)

※ 동영상: 최세헌 박사 (Rev. Dr. Se Heon Choi: 기독교대한감리회)

※ 동영상: 김장호 박사 (Rev. Dr. Jangho Kim: 기독교대한감리회)

※ 동영상: 양희열 박사 (Rev. Dr. Huiyeol Yang: 기독교대한감리회)

※ 동영상: 이상수 박사 (Rev. Dr. Sang Soo Lee: 기독교대한감리회)

※ 동영상: 우상원 박사 (Rev. Dr. Sang Won Woo: 기독교대한감리회)

※ 동영상: 황선필 박사 (Rev. Dr. Seonpil Hwang: 기독교대한감리회)

※ 동영상: 최승목 박사 (Rev. Dr. Seung Mok Choi: 기독교대한감리회)

※ 동영상: 이혜영 박사 (Rev. Dr. Hyeyoung Lee: 기독교대한감리회)

※ 동영상: 이강산 박사 (Rev. Dr. Kangsan Lee: 기독교대한성결교회)

※ 동영상: 박사욱 박사 (Rev. Dr. Sawook Park: 일본침례교연맹)

※ 동영상: 최태양 박사 (Rev. Dr. Taiyang Choi: 대한예수교장로회 통합)

※ 동영상: 주수경 박사 (Dr. Su Kyung Joo: 대한예수교장로회 통합)

※ 동영상: 장본 박사 (Rev. Dr. Bon Chang: 한국기독교장로회)

※ 동영상: 문인혜 박사 (Dr. In Hey Moon: 한국기독교장로회)

과거를 성찰하고 현재를 점검하며, 미래를 함께 준비하는 클레어몬트 신학대학원(Claremont School of Theology) 실천신학 목회학 박사과정 2026 년 겨울(1월) 학기 입학에 관심 있는 분들의 많은 지원을 부탁드립니다.

* 초대의 글: 갈등, 치유, 변화를 주제로 하는 클레어몬트 신학대학원(Claremont School of Theology) 실천신학 목회학 박사과정은 통합적 상황분석을 강조함으로써 개인의 문제뿐만 아니라, 사회 문화 속에서의 개인과 공동체에 대한 이해, 또 갈등의 해결책을 제시합니다. 이 목회학 박사 학위 과정은 학생들에게 갈등과 치유에 대한 비평적이며 조직적인 이해, 이론과 실천의 접촉점에 대한 비평적 고찰, 임상과 신학의 통합된 기술과 능력을 얻도록 도울 것입니다. 클레어몬트 신학대학원은 한국 감리회 교육국과의 MOU 일환으로 감리회 목회 최고 지도자 과정을 위한 위탁 과정으로서 미국에서 최초로 목회학 박사 한국어 과정을 신설하여 DMin 학위를 수여한 역사적인 신학대학원입니다. 또한 미국 정부 교육부에 대학학력인증기관인 ‘서부대학기관협의회’(WASC)와 미국과 캐나다의 신학대학교의 공식학력을 인증하는 기관인 ‘북미신학대학교협의회’(ATS)로부터 공식적으로 실천신학 목회학박사학위를 인정받았습니다. 미국 교육부에서 인정하는 최상의 교수진과 수준 높은 교육과정인 실천신학 목회학 박사과정에 여러분들을 초대합니다.

* 실천신학 목회학 박사과정 안내: 한국 사회 내의 갈등의 치유와 변혁을 위한 실천신학 목회학 박사과정 학위 프로그램은 특별히 한국 사회나 북미 사회를 포함한 문화 간 사회에서 전문적으로 기여할 한국인과 한국계 미국인을 위하여 디자인되어 있습니다. 강의는 클레어몬트 신학대학원의 전문 교수진, 타 신학교에서 교육하는 한국인 교수, 그리고 한국계 미국인 교수들이 수업을 진행합니다. 실천신학 목회학 박사과정 프로그램은 개인, 가정, 회중, 그리고 사회적으로 많은 갈등을 일으키며 급격히 변화하는 한국 사회의 상황과 다른 문화 간 사역의 현장에서 연구 질문을 시작합니다.

한국 사회와 한국계 미국인 사회에서의 갈등 들은 오늘날 한국 커뮤니티 안에서 “산업적인” 상담과 치유 사역의 급격한 상승을 불러일으켰습니다. 하지만, 많은 한국 교회들은 부흥회나 수련회, 그리고 예배와 같은 전통적인 치유의 형식으로 다양한 갈등들을 해소해왔습니다. 이러한

현상들은 갈등의 근원을 보지 못할 뿐 아니라 보다 결국 큰 사회적 상황을 돌보지 못하는 강도 높은 개인주의적 성향을 여실히 보여줍니다. 그러므로, 클레어몬트 실천신학 목회학 박사과정은 오늘 우리가 살아가는 현장과 구체적인 상황에 대한 분석을 무엇보다 강조합니다. 실천신학 목회학 박사과정은 연구자에게 갈등과 치유에 관한 비판적이며 조직적인 이해를 요구하며, 당면한 이론과 실제 사이의 비판적 성찰, 그리고 실제적인 신학적 관점과 그 사유의 해석을 통합하여 적용하도록 전체 연구 과정을 지원합니다. 전체 연구 과정이 2년인 실천신학 목회학 박사과정은 2년의 학문적 프로그램, 즉 7개의 강의(28학점: 필수과목 1개, 선택과목 6개)와 나머지 기간 동안 2학점의 디민 프로젝트 Writing and Completion을 이수하면서 Practical Research Project (실천 연구 프로젝트)를 완성하도록 타임라인이 구성되어 있습니다(총 30학점).

7개의 강의 중, 원격 수업이 현장 대면 수업의 50%를 넘어야 하기 때문에 졸업을 위해서는 원격 수업 네 과목(16학점), 현장 수업 세 과목(12학점)을 수강해야 합니다. 프로젝트는 사역 현장의 본질과 실제 모두를 실천신학 관점에서 연구하여 작성하게 될 것입니다. 또한, 프로젝트는 전문적인 기준에 의하여 평가될 것이며, 연구자가 프로젝트에서 염두 한 특수한 청중뿐만 아니라 다른 사역의 장소에도 적용 가능하고, 기여할 수 있는 충분한 프로젝트의 내용과 질을 연구자에게 요청할 것입니다.

* 클레어몬트 신학대학원 (CST) 소개: CST는 미국 연합 감리교 소속 13개 신학대학원 중 하나로서, 긍휼(compassion), 정의(justice), 소속감(belonging)을 지향하는 공동체의 육성을 열망합니다. 이를 위해 CST는 성서 텍스트와 예술 창작품으로부터 지혜를 활용하고, 자신의 내면에 움직임을 돌보고, 창의적이며 해방적인 행동을 실천하며, 깊은 전통적 유산을 탐구하고, 이를 기반한 문화를 육성하는데 능숙한 지도자 및 평생 학습자를 양성하는 것이 목표입니다. 이러한 목표를 향해 겸손과 다양성에 대한 열린 마음으로 전 세계 기관과 연대하여 지역 사회 및 생태계의 지속 가능성을 위한 책임을 감당하기 위해 최선을 다 하고 있습니다. 학교 웹 사이트: https://cst.edu/

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2025년 클레어몬트 신학대학원(CST) 실천신학 목회학 박사과정 (D.Min한국어)이 WASC & ATS로부터 승인을 받아 더욱 수준 높고 차별화 된 글로벌 하이브리드 신학 교육을 진행하게 되었습니다. 이 학위 과정은 100% 원격 수업 인증으로 유연한 학습 환경을 제공합니다. 본 학위 과정의 각 학기 수업은 아래와 같이 진행됩니다.

*1월 겨울학기: 한국에서 대면 현장 집중 수업 진행

*7월 여름학기: Zoom을 통한 실시간 원격 집중 수업 진행

미국 내 대면 수업 없이 여행비 부담을 최소화하고, 전 세계 어디에서나 비자에 대한 부담 없이 신학 교육에 참여할 수 있는 기회를 놓치지 마세요!

글로벌 하이브리드 신학 교육 특징:

1. 현장 중심 학습과 원격 학습의 통합

2. 유연한 시간 관리와 학습 환경

3. 뛰어난 교수진과의 실시간 상호작용

CST에 입학하여 새로운 신학 교육의 패러다임을 경험해보세요!

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Dr. John B. Cobb Jr. (February 9, 1925 – December 26, 2024) was more than a theologian and philosopher—he was a mentor, a guide, and a presence that shaped lives, including my own. My first experience of Dr. Cobb lecturing in 1985 fundamentally shaped my understanding of God. I came to class for that first lecture with a tape recorder and questions—big questions about faith, reason, and how to reconcile intellect with spirituality. But what I encountered that day was something extraordinary. For the first time, someone invited me to bring both my brain and my feelings into a fuller, richer understanding of what I meant by God. Now, forty years later, I listened to that recording again. Its wisdom had not faded. I made a transcript and sent it to my sons, hoping they, too, might glimpse the depth of understanding that Dr. Cobb embodied.

Throughout my career in communications and as Executive Vice President of Claremont School of Theology (CST), I was fortunate to continue learning from Dr. Cobb. Whenever I needed his insight, he was there. He always took my calls, whether for an interview, a theological perspective, or just his steadying wisdom. 

One memory stands out in particular—when we were working on the 66 Years on Route 66 event, marking CST’s departure from its historic Claremont campus. It was a time of uncertainty, a moment that felt like an ending. But Dr. Cobb helped provide clarity and meaning, framing the transition not as a loss, but as part of the larger process of growth and change. He saw theological significance in everything—from the grandest ideas to the smallest details—and he shared that gift with all who sought his counsel.

Dr. Cobb’s tenure at CST, spanning from 1958 to 1990, transformed the school’s intellectual landscape. His co-founding of the Center for Process Studies in 1973, alongside Dr. David Ray Griffin, was a defining moment for CST and for the global theological community. The Center became a gathering place for scholars, theologians, and activists who saw in process thought a framework that could integrate faith with science, philosophy with ethics, and spirituality with a deep concern for the planet’s future.

His work in process theology was groundbreaking, taking the philosophical insights of Alfred North Whitehead and weaving them into a compelling vision of Christian faith. His books, including A Christian Natural Theology (1965) and Christ in a Pluralistic Age (1975), helped define a new theological paradigm—one that embraced change, relationality, and the interconnectedness of all things. His commitment to ecological theology was also ahead of its time. His book Is It Too Late? A Theology of Ecology (1971) was prophetic in its urgency, calling for a theological response to the environmental crisis at a time when few in religious circles were discussing such matters.

But perhaps the most enduring aspect of Dr. Cobb’s legacy was the way he shaped the lives of those he taught and mentored. His students did not just leave CST with degrees; they left with a sense of purpose, a commitment to intellectual curiosity, and a belief that theology should always be in service to the world. To sit in a class with Dr. Cobb was to be challenged, inspired, and invited into a lifelong conversation about what it means to be human, what it means to be faithful, and what it means to be responsible for the world we share.

Even in his later years, long after his official retirement, Dr. Cobb remained deeply engaged in the work of CST and the Center for Process Studies. He continued writing, speaking, and advocating for the integration of process thought into broader theological and ethical conversations. His presence was a reminder that theology is never finished—that faith and reason must always remain in dialogue, and that the search for truth is a journey, not a destination.

Dr. Cobb shaped the very definition of what people think of when they think of Claremont School of Theology. His presence will always be in the air, no matter where the school is located now or in the future. His influence is woven into the DNA of CST—its scholarship, its mission, and its commitment to a theology that is always in process. While his physical presence may be gone, his legacy remains a living force, continuing to challenge, inspire, and shape the work of Claremont School of Theology for generations to come.

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