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The Graduate Theological Union (GTU) is the largest and most diverse partnership of seminaries and graduate schools in the United States.

Equipping leaders to re-imagine the future of interreligious life since 1962, the GTU is the largest and most diverse partnership of seminaries and graduate schools in the United States. We are not just a consortium and academy, but a dynamic laboratory that provides scholar-innovators with a staging ground to re-imagine the future of interreligious life. An education with the GTU equips leaders t

o translate learning into outcomes that will have tangible impact in the world. Since its founding in 1962, the GTU has been at the forefront of interreligious education and dialogue, and the work of our eminent alumni, students, and faculty across cultures, traditions, and technologies continues to create new pathways to a truly pluralistic future.

04/28/2025

Join the Center for Theology and the Natural Sciences (CTNS) for a public forum with recent GTU graduate Rev. Dr. Hyung-Joo Lee on Friday, May 16, at 4pm PT. This online discussion, titled “A New Hope for Eschatology in Cosmic Perspective: Beyond the Prediction of Standard Big Bang Cosmology,” will include a response from Dr. Robert John Russell. Learn more and register here: https://www.gtu.edu/events/ctns-public-forum-dr-hyung-joo-lee

04/27/2025

We’re proud to see the GTU’s own Dr. Braden Molhoek featured in Salon's “Holy Ghostwriter: The rise of AI sermons and the fight for the faithful’s trust.” In the article, Dr. Molhoek offers this insight into AI’s limits: “AI by itself can certainly try to emulate human intelligence, but a lot of people would say that empathy can come only from humans.”

At the GTU, we believe that rigorous theological reflection is essential as digital tools reshape religious practice. Dr. Molhoek’s work exemplifies our commitment to exploring the ethical dimensions of technology and faith, equipping today’s leaders to engage thoughtfully with AI’s possibilities and pitfalls.

Read the full story and join us in the conversation about AI, ethics, and the future of preaching: https://bit.ly/4iroxsW

Huge thanks to Salon’s Nicholas Liu for his thoughtful coverage!

04/26/2025

The GTU is pleased to announce the 2025 Commencement Exercises, which will take place on May 22 at 4pm in the Flora Lamson Hewlett Library. We look forward to celebrating our graduates!

04/25/2025

What does it mean to leave a community—but carry it with you?

After Orthodoxy, a new GTUx Original created by scholar Naomi Seidman, explores the journeys of former Orthodox Jews who remain deeply connected to their roots through scholarship, activism, art, and reimagined faith.

These aren't stories of escape—they're stories of transformation.

Watch now on GTUx: https://discovergtux.gtu.edu/library/after-orthodoxy

04/24/2025

Great news: we’ve extended our final application deadline for both the residential and online MA programs to July 1, 2025!

Important note for international applicants: If you plan to attend in‑person, your application must be submitted by May 1, 2025. International students still have the option to enroll in our Online MA through the July 1 deadline.

Learn more and apply today: https://www.gtu.edu/admissions/applying/ma-program

04/23/2025

Were you inspired by the inaugural Robert N. Bellah Lecture presented by Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde? Dive deeper into the themes of religion and public life by engaging with the influential works of Robert Bellah and Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde.

From Bellah’s The Broken Covenant and The Good Society to Bishop Budde’s How We Learn to be Brave, these thought-provoking texts invite reflection on American civil religion, moral commitment, and the role of faith in public life.

Explore these titles—and more—at the GTU Library, and discover archival materials at https://www.gtu.edu/robert-n-bellah-lecture-religion-and-public-life.

04/22/2025

We are celebrating Earth Day with gratitude for the beauty and abundance of creation. This day reminds us of the hope we find in collective action and the role we play in caring for our planet. From our home in Berkeley, California, we are inspired daily by the natural world around us to work toward a thriving and just future for all.

04/20/2025

Happy Easter Day! May the joy of the resurrection fill your heart with hope and the light of new beginnings.

04/18/2025

On this Good Friday, we reflect on the meaning of sacrifice and hope. May this day bring all who celebrate peace and renewal.

04/17/2025

Join us for a timely and compelling conversation with the 2024–25 Russell Family Research Fellows in Religion and Science: economist Richard B. Norgaard and theologian Rev. Dr. Dan Smith.

Together, they’ll offer an ecological-economic and theological-ethical analysis of climate change—exploring how disconnection from reality and morality in our scientific and faith communities has deepened this crisis, and how renewed collaboration can help promote health and justice across our societies.

Learn more and register: https://www.gtu.edu/events/russell-family-research-fellowship-religion-and-science-2024-25

Since 1981, the Russell Family Fellowship in Religion and Science—established in memory of humanitarian John K. Russell—has brought distinguished scholars to the GTU and its Center for Theology and the Natural Sciences (CTNS) to deepen public understanding of science, religion, and their shared relevance to the world’s most urgent issues.

04/16/2025

Friendly reminder that MA applications are due on May 1. Learn more about the program and application on our website: https://www.gtu.edu/academics/ma-program

04/15/2025

The 2025 Robert N. Bellah Lecture on Religion and Public Life was a jubilant occasion for the GTU community and all who joined us. We were deeply honored to welcome the Rt. Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, whose lecture offered bold and timely insights into spiritual leadership and individual accountability in today’s complex world. If you missed the event or want to relive the moment, we invite you to watch the recording of Bishop Budde’s lecture on our website: https://www.gtu.edu/robert-n-bellah-lecture-religion-and-public-life.

We also extend our heartfelt thanks to the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, Grace Cathedral, San Francisco, the UC Berkeley Center for the Study of Religion and the Henry Luce Foundation, the family of Robert N. Bellah, the Bellah Legacy Group, and an anonymous donor for partnering with us to make this special event such a tremendous success!

04/13/2025

Join the Center for Jewish Studies to sit in on a guest lecture by Madeleine (Mindl) Cohen in Dr. Sam Shonkoff's "Homeland, Exile, and Diaspora" course. This event will take place April 29 at 2:15pm PT, on Zoom and in-person. Register here: https://events.gtu.edu/event/857924

04/12/2025

We are wishing a meaningful Passover filled with reflection, freedom, and renewal to all who celebrate. May this season bring a deep sense of peace and connection.

04/11/2025

The latest issue of the Berkeley Journal of Religion and Theology (Vol. 9, Issue 1) is here!

This new edition features lectures from the GTU’s own Professors Mahjabeen Dhala and Richard K. Payne, a powerful reflection by Diane Saunders, and cutting-edge scholarship from Yanan Lu and Letesa Isler. In this issue, we celebrate the legacy and future of the Women’s Studies in Religion Program and explore The Moral Imperative of Feminist Theological Praxis.

Read now: https://bit.ly/43UZKtX

04/09/2025

Join us today for the inaugural Robert N. Bellah Lecture on Religion and Public Life, delivered by Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde and hosted by the GTU. Her lecture is titled: Following Our North Star in Tumultuous Times. Register to watch the event live on YouTube: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/robert-n-bellah-lecture-on-religion-and-public-life-tickets-1266326981089?aff=oddtdtcreator

04/07/2025

Expand Your EQ at the GTU and explore how earning a master’s degree in our online program can equip you to lead with heart. Learn more on our website: https://www.gtu.edu/academics/online-ma-program

04/06/2025

Happy National Library Week!

Libraries are more than just books—they are gateways to knowledge, innovation, and community. They provide access to resources that empower individuals, support lifelong learning, and foster dialogue across cultures and perspectives.

From preserving history to championing free and open inquiry, libraries remain essential spaces for intellectual and spiritual growth. Whether you’re diving into research, exploring new ideas, or finding inspiration in unexpected places, libraries help shape the way we understand the world.

This week, we celebrate the vital role libraries play in enriching our communities.

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