Homer L. Goddard Chair in Transformational Church Ministry
Listed on 2026-11-05
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
Homer L. Goddard Chair in Transformational Church Ministry
School of Mission and Theology
Fuller Theological Seminary invites applicants for the endowed Homer L. Goddard Chair in Transformational Church Ministry to begin no later than September 1, 2027. This position focuses on practical theology and transformational church ministry, with particular emphasis on teaching and learning that equips leaders for the church's mission and ministry in the 21st century.
The Chair will demonstrate exceptional commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and the formation of students for ministry within and beyond the church. The position requires expertise in practical theology with proven capacity to bridge theological reflection and ministerial practice. Given Fuller's long commitment to preparing women for ministry and service in the academy, this will be a targeted search to locate a candidate with capacity and expertise to prepare the next generation of women with calling for ministry in the world.
The successful candidate will engage in research and scholarship that informs practice and practice that informs scholarship, with demonstrated ability to form and shape practitioners for diverse church contexts.
Quarter system teaching load in traditional and online modalities within the School of Mission and Theology curriculum. Use of the seminary's designated online course management system (Canvas) is required. Faculty have a baseline threshold of 3 course load units per year that can be augmented each year in conversations with the Dean based on the position. Use of the seminary's designated online course management system (Canvas) is required.
Develop and teach courses in public theology that engage diverse global contexts and voices. Teach core and elective courses in practical theology, with particular focus on teaching and learning in ministry contexts.
Maintain an active research agenda that bridges theological depth with practical application. Publish scholarly work that demonstrates the integration of theological/missiological reflection with ministerial practice and transformational church ministry.
Mentor students in masters and doctoral programs (professional and Ph.D.), with demonstrated commitment to mentoring both men and women students and ordinands. Provide guidance in integrating theological education with ministerial formation.
Contribute to building and strengthening theological/missiological programs, including developing relational networks with local churches, organizations, and agencies that support transformational church ministry.
Demonstrate cultural competencies and creative approaches that serve Fuller's culturally, ethnically, racially, and theologically diverse student body. Contribute to institutional efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in theological education.
Participate in faculty governance, serve on seminary committees, and contribute to the broader mission of the School of Mission and Theology and Fuller Seminary.
Fuller Seminary requires each faculty member to sign its Statement of Faith. Commitment to the evangelical and ecumenical heritage of Fuller Theological Seminary. See the Fuller Theological Seminary website.
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