Westminster Seminary California - News and Events

November 20-22, 2009, Michael Horton at “Contending for the Gospel” conference

11 Nov 2009 20:33:34 GMT

Dr. Michael Horton will be a featured speaker at the “Contending for the Gospel” conference sponsored by Rancho Community Church in Temecula, CA.

New Faculty Book! Psalm 119 for Life by Hywel R. Jones

27 Oct 2009 17:43:45 GMT

“'The Great Psalm' (Psalm 119) was written for the whole of life. It therefore takes a whole lifetime to be equipped to expound it well and apply it wisely. Enter Dr. Hywel Jones--teacher, author, pastor--much loved by his seminary students and colleagues, and esteemed by those who are privileged to be among his friends. In his hands the precious jewels are well mined. This beautiful exposition comes from a lifetime of taking in and giving out God's Word. Its hallmark is the careful, thoughtful, and richly spiritual unfolding of divine wisdom. Both a pleasure to read, and a treasure to share.” -Sinclair B Ferguson

November 14, 2009, David VanDrunen at Bioethics conference

26 Oct 2009 22:39:47 GMT

David VanDrunen is the featured speaker at a conference on “Bioethics and the Christian Life” sponsored by Redeemer Orthodox Presbyterian Church in Dayton, OH. Admission is free. For more information

Special Convocation Lecture Series with Dr. George Robertson

26 Oct 2009 21:12:27 GMT

The Westminster Student Association presents a special convocation lecture series with Dr. George Robertson, Senior Minister of First Presbyterian Church in Augusta, Georgia. • Tuesday, November 10th - Part I: Preaching as a Means of Grace: Calvin to Tennent • Wednesday, November 11th - Part II: Preaching as a Means of Grace: Union with Christ in the Preaching Ministry

Michael Horton at “John Calvin, Still Relevant at 500” conference

26 Oct 2009 21:11:47 GMT

Michael Horton is the featured speaker at the “John Calvin, Still Relevant at 500” conference sponsored by New life Presbyterian Church of La Mesa in La Mesa, CA. For more information,

R. Scott Clark interviewed on FM 99.5 KKLA for Calvin 500 series

2 Oct 2009 19:35:09 GMT

R. Scott Clark was interviewed for a series on Calvin 500. The interview will be will be featured on FM 99.5 KKLA Los Angeles -which is heard in Los Angeles, Orange County, San Bernadino, Riverside, and in some parts of Temecula and Escondido. The show will air this Sunday, October 4, 2009 from 8:45 am to 9am.

President W. Robert Godfrey interviewed on Ordinary Means podcast

2 Oct 2009 16:58:32 GMT

Dr. W. Robert Godfrey was interviewed by Shaun Nolan & Matthew Bohling (WSC Alumni) on Ordinary Means, a podcast that seeks to aid in calling Christ’s Church back to a whole-hearted trust in God’s ways as the ways God uses to seek, save, and sanctify the lost.

October 16, 2009, David VanDrunen at Christian Legal Society

2 Oct 2009 16:57:42 GMT

Dr. David VanDrunen will give three lectures for the 2009 Christian Legal Scholars’ Symposium at the national meeting of the Christian Legal Society, in La Jolla, CA. The Symposium topic is “The Image of God and the Pursuit of Justice: Law as a Human Vocation.” The Christian Legal Scholars' Symposium is a half-day seminar open to all interested law professors, attorneys, spouses, and law students.

September 24, J. V. Fesko interview

23 Sep 2009 23:20:08 GMT

Thursday, September 24th at 4.30 PST / 7.30 EST pm. Dr. J. V. Fesko is being interviewed at covenantradio.com concerning his book on justification: Justification: Understanding the Classic Reformed Doctrine.

October 24-25, 2009, W. Robert Godfrey at Calvin & the New World Man Conference

17 Sep 2009 16:48:01 GMT

Dr. W. Robert Godfrey is the featured speaker at the Calvin & the New World Man conference sponsored by Calvary Presbyterian Church in Glendale, CA. He will deliver four session talks entitled, “John Calvin the Pilgrim,” “John Calvin the Pastor,” “John Calvin on the Christian Pilgrimage,” and “John Calvin on the Christian Pastorate.”

November 12, 2009, President W. Robert Godfrey at Calvin in the Capital Series

14 Sep 2009 22:43:26 GMT

Dr. W. Robert Godfrey is a featured speaker at the Calvin in the Capital, a free speaker series sponsored by Christ Reformed Church in Washington, D.C., exploring the life and work of John Calvin. For more information, visit the series’ website

A New Academic Year Brings New Students

31 Aug 2009 21:55:36 GMT

It is an exciting time of year for both new and returning students as they begin their studies. This year, WSC welcomes over 45 new students from South Africa, India, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, and Canada; along with men and women from Alabama, Texas, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, Colorado, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Alaska and California.

New Faculty Book: The Gospel-Driven Life: Being Good News People in a Bad News World

14 Sep 2009 22:41:38 GMT

In his well-received Christless Christianity Michael Horton offered a prophetic wake-up call for a self-centered American church. With The Gospel-Driven Life he turns from the crisis to the solutions, offering his recommendations for a new reformation in the faith, practice, and witness of contemporary Christianity. This insightful book will guide readers in reorienting their faith and the church‘s purpose toward the good news of the gospel. Here is fresh news for Christians who are burned out on hype and are looking for hope.

October 9-10, 2009, W. Robert Godfrey at Christ-Centered Worship conference

31 Aug 2009 21:54:54 GMT

October 9-10, 2009, W. Robert Godfrey at Christ-Centered Worship conference

September 16, 2009, David VanDrunen at the San Diego Chapter of the Christian Legal Society

27 Aug 2009 23:39:59 GMT

Dr. David VanDrunen will be lecturing to the San Diego chapter of the Christian Legal Society at the University of San Diego Law School. The lecture is titled "Natural Law in Contemporary Christian Thought: Proposals, Prospects, and Challenges.

October 13-15, 2009, Michael Horton at “Renewing the Evangelical Mission” Conference

27 Aug 2009 23:39:06 GMT

Dr. Michael Horton is a featured speaker at “Renewing the Evangelical Mission” conference at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, MA. The conference will address the role of evangelical mission in the public square today, honoring the legacy of Dr. David F. Wells.

September 28-October 2, 2009, Michael Horton at Ligonier Pacific Northwest Cruise

27 Aug 2009 23:38:21 GMT

Dr. Michael Horton is a featured speaker, along with R.C. Sproul at Ligonier Ministries Pacific Northwest Cruise. They will be speaking on “The Importance of the Church.”

September 1, 2009, Institute of Reformed Baptist Studies – Special Event

27 Aug 2009 23:36:11 GMT

To kick off a new year of studies, the Institute of Reformed Baptist Studies will host a special event held on Tuesday September 1 at 7:00 PM in classroom 4 at WSC. WSC/IRBS graduate Rev. Jeff Oliver (M.Div. 2006) will present a seminar titled "The Times They Are A-Changin'- Confessionalism Adrift Amid the Siren Cries for Relevancy." This will be a wonderful time of fellowship and encouragement. For more information about this event, visit reformedbaptistinstitute.org.

September 11, 2009, Westminster Women’s Fellowship Welcome Tea

27 Aug 2009 23:35:22 GMT

The Westminster Women’s Fellowship(WWF) will host a Welcome Tea on Friday September 11, 7-9 pm in the Student Lounge. WWF is a campus organization made up of a diverse group of women connected to the Seminary, including students, female staff, and the wives of administrators, faculty and students. WWF is intended to provide opportunities for women to cultivate friendships and benefit from the opportunities of being part of the seminary community.

September 25-26, 2009, Michael Horton at Ligonier West Coast Conference

26 Aug 2009 19:34:57 GMT

Dr. Michael Horton is a featured speaker, along with R.C. Sproul and Alistair Begg, at Ligonier Ministries West Coast Conference, “Is There Life After Death?” in Seattle, WA.

Sept 18-19, 2009, R. Scott Clark at Great Lakes Presbytery (PCA)

26 Aug 2009 19:33:39 GMT

Dr. R. Scott Clark will speak at the Great Lakes Presbytery (PCA) in Traverse City, MI at Redeemer Presbyterian Church. He will present seminars titled "The Mission and the Marks," "The Joy of Being Confessional," and "Stupidity, Sophistication, and Sovereignty: 1 Cor 1:18-21.”

September 3, 2009, Opening Convocation: Fall 2009

26 Aug 2009 00:29:35 GMT

President W. Robert Godfrey will be speaking at the Opening Convocation for the Fall 2009 semester. His address is titled, " Let God Be True" from Romans 3:1-24. The convocation will be held on the first day of class, September 3, at 10am in the WSC Chapel.

David M. VanDrunen on Prime Time America Radio Program

21 Aug 2009 21:46:46 GMT

David M. VanDrunen will be interviewed on the radio program Prime Time America on Monday, August 24, 2009 at 5pm CT. He will be discussing his forthcoming book, Bioethics and the Christian Life, which places bioethics within the holistic context of the Christian life, both developing a general Christian approach to making bioethics decisions and addressing a number of specific, controversial areas of bioethics.

WSC launches Office Hours, a new audio production

18 Aug 2009 19:49:23 GMT

Through personal, 30-minute interviews, Office Hours introduces you to the faculty of WSC. Office Hours invites you to join the faculty in their offices for a discussion of issues that are important to you and the church. Don’t miss any of these programs: subscribe online today!

New Faculty Book! John Calvin: Pilgrim and Pastor by W. Robert Godfrey

23 Mar 2009 18:02:07 GMT

“…What will surprise the readers of this book is that Calvin did not live primarily to influence future generations. Rather, he considered himself first and foremost a spiritual pilgrim and a minister of the Word in the church of his day.” Order today from the Bookstore at WSC

May 30, 2009, Commencement 2009

27 Feb 2009 18:03:59 GMT

The Twenty-eighth Annual Commencement will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 10am at Emmanuel Faith Church in Escondido, CA. The Rev. Dr. Kim Riddlebarger will deliver the address titled, “To Him Who Is Able” from Jude 17-25. The Graduation Reception will be on Friday, May 29, 2009 at 7pm on the WSC campus.

September 25-27, 2009, Julius Kim at Desiring God 2009 National Conference

27 Feb 2009 18:03:24 GMT

Dr. Julius Kim is a featured speaker at the Desiring God 2009 National Conference "With Calvin in the Theater of God" on September 25-27, 2009. Speakers include John Piper, Doug Wilson, Marvin Olasky, Julius Kim, Sam Storms, and Mark Talbot.