Disciples Seminary Foundation (DSF) has undergone a number of significant changes in the past few years but continues to fulfill its mission “to support the formation of emerging theological leaders” seeking to be theologically informed and spiritually grounded for the church and a variety of communities they serve.
DSF awards tuition-based scholarships to Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and United Church of Christ students who attend one of the DSF’s partner schools. As we look to a new academic year, 2023-2024, DSF partner schools will include Claremont School of Theology, soon to be located in a portion of the historic Westwood United Methodist Church in Los Angeles; Iliff School of Theology located in Denver; and Pacific School of Religion located in Berkeley.
In this graduation season, DSF has eight seminary and doctoral graduates, 28 Certificate of Ministry Studies (CMS) graduates, and eight Diploma of Ministry Studies (DMS) graduates. You may see photos from these celebrations on our social media pages, and you can also read about all our graduates in our upcoming Graduate Newsletter, which will be published later this summer.
In the months ahead, we will continue to get things in order as we prepare for new executive leadership. With new leadership comes the possibility for new vision. Because I know how significant DSF has been in the lives of many since its formation 62 years ago, I am excited and ready to see what the future holds for us. As I prepare to finish my call as Interim Executive Director of DSF, I say thank you. Thank you for this call and the confidence that the gifts and skills needed to move DSF forward were embedded in this call.
Much heart,
Rev. Belva Brown Jordan
Interim Executive Director