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Iliff’s New Curriculum Sets the Stage for Justice and Healing
As we look ahead to Fall 2025, Iliff School of Theology is excited to unveil a redesigned curriculum that builds on our commitment to justice, resilience, and advocating freedom.
Our new Master of Arts (MA) and reenvisioned Master of Divinity (MDiv) programs are designed to meet the demands of today’s ever-changing world, equipping students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary for leadership and transformative action.
“We Advocate Freedom!” Teach-In: Session 6 | Dec. 4
Don’t miss the final session of the “We Advocate Freedom!” Teach-In Series, hosted by Iliff President Dr. Lee H. Butler, Jr., as we welcome Rabbi Joe Black for an insightful interview on Freedom is a Constant Struggle: Ferguson, Palestine, and the Foundations of a Movement by Angela Davis. This book bridges global struggles for justice, drawing us into an essential dialogue on freedom, solidarity, and resilience.
Pulpit+ Exchange: What Just Happened? Religion and the 2024 Election | Nov. 11
Join us for a meaningful gathering as we unpack the results of the 2024 election together. This event offers space to reflect on the role religion plays in shaping public opinion and the ways it has influenced this election season.
Renewal: Looking into The Future // The Future of The United Methodist Church | Nov 13
What does the future look like for organized religion? This question has weighed on the minds of people around the world for years, and for many of us at Iliff, it has narrowed specifically to the future of The United Methodist Church.
“We Advocate Freedom!” Teach-In: Session 5 | Nov. 7
Seeking to understand and assess the dynamics between advocacy, allyship, and resistance, Sessions 5 and 6 of the “We Advocate Freedom” teach-in series will explore several grassroots issues in the United States related to Israel-Palestine protests.
Holiday Hymn Sing | Dec. 13
The Faculty of the Year Honorees were announced Monday, October 7, 2024 in the Faculty Council meeting. Join the Faculty Council in congratulating three esteemed colleagues!
Celebrate 2024 Faculty of the Year Honorees
The Faculty of the Year Honorees were announced Monday, October 7, 2024 in the Faculty Council meeting. Join the Faculty Council in congratulating three esteemed colleagues!
Pulpit+ Exchange: AI and the Intersection of Theology, Religion and Race | Oct. 23
Join us for “Pulpit+ Exchange: AI and the Intersection of Theology, Religion, and Race,” a thought-provoking conversation between Rev. Dr. Andy Dunning, Senior Pastor of University Park UMC, and Dr. Philip Butler, Assistant Professor of Theology and expert in Black posthuman artificial intelligence systems.
Renewal: Looking into The Future // The Future of Democracy | Oct 16
This lecture will introduce a new field approach called Africana pastoral theology. Pastoral theology frames the ministries that guide the care and cure of souls. It is grounded in the belief that God desires human beings to live in loving relationships.
“We Advocate Freedom!” Teach-In: Session 4 | Oct. 10
Session 4: UMC Social Principles and the Impact of Socially Responsible Investments. This session has been developed in direct response to student questions regarding where and how Iliff invests its resources. Guest speakers will review the fundamentals of endowments, investing, and social responsibility.
IRPC Showing Up & Building Out! Fundraiser | Oct 22
A night of student stories and action to build inclusive leadership in local politics. Be inspired.Gain fresh perspectives, motivation, and a renewed sense of purpose as we round out this election year.
Iliff Joins Belonging Colorado Cohort
We at Iliff School of Theology are thrilled to announce our inclusion in the inaugural Belonging Colorado Cohort, an initiative by Belonging Colorado, a special fund at The Denver Foundation.
Women’s Alliance Scholarship Matching Campaign
Today, an incredible opportunity has emerged. The Erickson Family Fund has generously launched a Women’s Alliance Scholarship Challenge. Between now and the end of 2024, all donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $40,000.
Pulpit+ Exchange: Introducing Africana Pastoral Theology | Sept. 30
This lecture will introduce a new field approach called Africana pastoral theology. Pastoral theology frames the ministries that guide the care and cure of souls. It is grounded in the belief that God desires human beings to live in loving relationships.
“We Advocate Freedom!” Teach-In: Session 3 | Sept. 26
In these times of significant division and conflict, we bear the responsibility to find meaningful ways to engage in conversations about challenging and complex issues.