Christian Process Explorations
Christian Process Explorations is a discussion group that focuses on the exploring, sharing, and practice of Christian process-relational theology, as relevant to all age groups: children, teenagers, adults, senior citizens, especially focused on applying Christian process-relational theology in local settings and small groups.
Process & Presence
In this conversation series, participants will explore the synergies between Zen Buddhism and Process Philosophy, with a particular emphasis on Taoism as a foundational source for Zen. Topics include inter-becoming, no-self, the web of life, perpetual perishing, the primacy of the present moment, and the contemporary need for ecologically sensitive and socially just human communities.
Memorial Service | John B. Cobb, Jr.
Claremont United Church of Christ 233 W. Harrison Ave., Claremont, CA, United StatesThe Center for Process Studies is planning a public memorial for Dr. Cobb on Saturday, February 15th, 2025 at the Claremont United Church of Christ. The Service will run between 3:00pm – 4:30pm PST. We will also be livestreaming the memorial on YouTube. A reception will be held immediately after the service, offering a time for fellowship and sharing memories of John.
Christian Leadership & Process Thought
Christian leadership is at work in worship, outreach, religious education, pastoral care, self care, and administration. This learning circle seeks to explore process theology and offer a process perspective on the real challenges related to church leadership.
Buddhist Process Explorations
In this learning circle we will compare, contrast, explore, and play out resonances between Buddhism and process thought, with a special focus on Nāgārjuna’s Madhyamaka and Whitehead’s philosophy of organism.
Christian Process Explorations
Christian Process Explorations is a discussion group that focuses on the exploring, sharing, and practice of Christian process-relational theology, as relevant to all age groups: children, teenagers, adults, senior citizens, especially focused on applying Christian process-relational theology in local settings and small groups.
Process & Presence
In this conversation series, participants will explore the synergies between Zen Buddhism and Process Philosophy, with a particular emphasis on Taoism as a foundational source for Zen. Topics include inter-becoming, no-self, the web of life, perpetual perishing, the primacy of the present moment, and the contemporary need for ecologically sensitive and socially just human communities.
Process Pop-Up: From Amipotence to All-Encompassing Mercy: Integrating Oord’s Theology of Love into the Islamic Tradition
Drawing from Thomas Jay Oord’s work as well as his own scholarship, Dr. Adis Duderija will guide participants through the theological landscape, examining both the obstacles and opportunities for integrating amipotence within the Islamic interpretive tradition. We’ll delve into how we can reframe our understanding of the Qur'an and its portrayal of God's mercy, emphasizing that divine love and mercy are not just attributes but the essence of God’s nature.
Exploring Ideas in the World’s Religions
In this eight-week course, students will engage key ideas from the world’s religious traditions and interpret them through the lens of Huston Smith’s works and process philosophy using individual thought, curiosity, creativity, and spiritual growth.
Exploring Ideas in the World’s Religions
In this eight-week course, students will engage key ideas from the world’s religious traditions and interpret them through the lens of Huston Smith’s works and process philosophy using individual thought, curiosity, creativity, and spiritual growth.