Westminster Seminary California
Religious InstitutionsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Westminster Seminary California is a Christian graduate institution focused on theological study, with the aim of preparing pastors for Christian churches, particularly within Presbyterian and Reformed traditions. It is based in Escondido, California, and it also provides theological education for others who will serve in Christian communities and the broader society. The school seeks to cultivate a balance between scholarly rigor and devout Christian character in its students. Its curriculum covers biblical, theological, and ministerial disciplines for both men and women, aiming to develop leaders who are intellectually and spiritually equipped. While its primary focus is training men for ordained ministry, the program also offers Scripture and theology education to those pursuing other Christian vocations, enriching the broader body of Christ. Recent faculty appointments in 2023 include Rev. Dr. David E. Briones as Associate Professor of New Testament and Rev. Dr. R. Jason Pickard as Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, effective July 1, 2023.