"The Legacy and Lure of John B. Cobb, Jr."

February 14-17, 2008

The Center for Process Studies is celebrating its 35th anniversary, while Process & Faith is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Claremont School of Theology is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Together, they decided the best way to commemorate these anniversaries was to do something in honor of John B. Cobb, Jr.--a man who has contributed so substantially to the success of these organizations. The celebration will include a conference and a special birthday party dinner for Dr. Cobb.

Conference presenters will celebrate Dr. Cobb's past accomplishments and consider ways that his work influences both present and future areas of concern for pastors, theologians, ethicists, feminists, and those involved in inter-religious dialogue and the intersection of faith and culture.

Conference registration is closed. Information about public lectures is available on the schedule below.

Super Shuttle is offering a discount rate from Ontario Airport for conference attendees. For more information, please click HERE.

Registration information for the Endowed Chair Fundraising Banquet, to be held on Feb. 15, 2008, is available on the Claremont School of Theology website, or by clicking HERE.

Click HERE to see a list of conference participants.

Conference Schedule (subject to change)

Thursday, February 14, 2008 (Mudd Theatre, Claremont School of Theology)

7:30 Public Lecture

Welcome: Susan Nelson, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean, Claremont School of Theology
Lectures: David Ray Griffin and Marjorie Hewitt Suchocki

Friday, February 15, 2008 (Mudd Theatre-tentative)

8:00 to 12:15 - Morning Sessions

Welcome: Roland Faber
Moderator Earnest Simmons
Lecture: Chris Ives
Lecture: Sandra Lubarsky
Religions In-Dialogue Panel

1:30 to 5:00 Afternoon Sessions

Moderator: Les Muray
Lecture: Carol Johnston
Lecture: Nancy Howell
Ethics and Society Panel
Response: John B. Cobb, Jr.

Saturday, February 16, 2008 (Mudd Theatre)

8:00 to 12:15 Morning Sessions

Welcome: Philip Clayton
Moderator: Robert Brizee
Lecture: William Stegall
Lecture: Mary Elizabeth Moore
Faith-in-Community Panel

1:30 to 5:00 Afternoon Sessions

Moderator: David Polk
Lecture: Thandeka
Lecture: Rita Nakashima Brock
Theology and Culture Panel
Response: John B. Cobb, Jr.

7:30 Public Lecture (Mudd Theatre):

Introduction: Roland Faber and Philip Clayton
Lectures: Catherine Keller and Jay McDaniel

Sunday, February 17, 2008 (Haddon Conference Room, Claremont School of Theology)

5:30 Reception

6:30 Birthday Dinner for Dr. Cobb

Welcome: Jerry Campbell, President, Claremont School of Theology
Douglas Todd Interview with Dr. Cobb