Established in 1939, the Pacific Coast Theological
Society sought to respond to the need for critical
inter-disciplinary and ecumenical exchange. Evolving
over the years, this mandate has continued and expanded
as the Society has engaged in topics such as the
dialogue between religion and contemporary science, the
interchange among a variety of faith traditions, and
other issues of public discourse. The Society affords a
rare opportunity for sustained, critical conversation
among diverse theological perspectives.
Patricia Codron Memorial Endowment
The Society is currently funding the Patricia Codron Memorial
Endowment, named for a long-time member who died on
March 11, 2009. Proceeds from the endowment will be
dedicated to awarding an Annual Prize to the West Coast
author of the book that best reflects the overall
purpose of the Society.