Religion and Conflict Transformation Program

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Religion and Conflict Transformation Program Transforming Conflict, Pursuing a Just Peace

The Religion and Conflict Transformation (RCT) program is a seminary-based program in theologically-informed conflict transformation aimed at training ministers and other religious leaders in the theology, theory, and practice of faith-based conflict transformation in the church and in the world. The program is offered to students enrolled in degree programs as well as to students in non-degree programs seeking to advance their education and receive training and certification in the area of religion and conflict transformation. The RCT program welcomes all religious leaders, including: Pastors and lay persons, Prison chaplains, Military chaplains, Missionaries, Non-governmental organization professionals, and Facilitators of conflict transformation.

Grateful for the 20+ people, from Boston to Minnesota, who attended our reunion circle today. Invitees included the near...
10/27/2026

Grateful for the 20+ people, from Boston to Minnesota, who attended our reunion circle today. Invitees included the nearly 100 current students, alumni, and community partners who have gone through 5-day peacemaking circle trainings since 2024. We learned about circles happening in churches, a department of mental health, in multiple units across the university, and in various communities across New England.

Join us for the first online talking circle of the academic year. The theme of this circle is “Changing Seasons.” Come j...
09/22/2026

Join us for the first online talking circle of the academic year. The theme of this circle is “Changing Seasons.” Come join other STH students as we navigate together the transitions of this season: new school, new school year, new Online M.Div. program, and the transition to Fall.

The circle is scheduled for 4:30-6:00pm EDT and all students (residential and online) are welcome to join. It will be a time to build community and share with one another about how we navigate transitions in good ways. To register for the circle and receive more information click on the link in the comments. We hope to see you there!

First talking circle of the year at Boston University School of Theology on Thursday - join us!
09/08/2026

First talking circle of the year at Boston University School of Theology on Thursday - join us!

It was a joy to co-keep with Dr. Annabelle Estera from   two separate 4-day peacemaking circle trainings this summer. We...
08/27/2026

It was a joy to co-keep with Dr. Annabelle Estera from two separate 4-day peacemaking circle trainings this summer. We had 35 people complete the trainings including BU students, staff, faculty, and representatives from greater Boston peace and justice organizations.

Are you a student who’d like to join the next training? Are you considering applying to BU School of Theology and have a desire to learn practical peacemaking skills that will inform your theological reflection? If so, sign up for the RCT newsletter and keep your eyes posted for future offerings!

05/01/2026

Several Boston University School of Theology faculty have been reflecting together about the work of theological education in this time of crises, what some are calling the polycrisis. These are powerful essays and we encourage you to check them out:

Explore how theology and religious thought can address the democratic crises in the USA through essays, reflections, and community discussions led by Boston University School of Theology faculty.

Boston University School of Theology was well-represented at the inaugural Shared Values lecture. Dr. townes spoke about...
04/30/2026

Boston University School of Theology was well-represented at the inaugural Shared Values lecture. Dr. townes spoke about the moral legacy of BU theology alumnus Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Smith spoke about the moral legacy of former BU Dean Howard Thurman. And Dr. McCarty moderated the conversation. They were joined by Elie Wiesel Center director Dr. Nancy Harrowitz for a lively conversation about these BU-affiliated moral exemplars and the work of living the university’s values.

Congratulations to Daniela, Trinki, Fiete, Ujun, kel, and Maria for successfully delivering their capstone presentations...
04/23/2026

Congratulations to Daniela, Trinki, Fiete, Ujun, kel, and Maria for successfully delivering their capstone presentations and completing their certificate requirements!

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