Hispanic Theological Initiative

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The Hispanic Theological Initiative Consortium (HTIC) is an open consortium established in 2007 by eighteen prestigious Ph.D.-granting institutions to cultivate PhD students for leadership positions in the academy, the church, and the world who will strengthen Latine churches and communities. Sharing or promoting such content does not constitute endorsement of the views, opinions, or positions expressed.

Are you an early-career scholar discerning a vocation in theological education? The Louisville Institute’s Postdoctoral ...
09/04/2026

Are you an early-career scholar discerning a vocation in theological education?

The Louisville Institute’s Postdoctoral Fellowship offers a two-year placement at a seminary, university, college, or research organization in the U.S. or Canada, along with $75,000 in annual funding, mentoring, teaching experience, and professional formation.

The Fall 2027–Spring 2029 fellowship is designed to support emerging theological educators as they prepare to teach and equip future pastoral leaders.

Applications are due October 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EDT.

📚 Learn more about eligibility and application requirements: https://bit.ly/3SvKdNU

A free application webinar will also be held September 8 at 3:00 p.m. EDT for those who want to learn more about the fellowship, selection process, and Vocation of the Theological Educator Initiative.

Register for the Webinar: https://bit.ly/4rcHFkJ

At HTI, we often talk about working ‘en conjunto.’ But what does that really mean? At this year’s Professional Developme...
09/03/2026

At HTI, we often talk about working ‘en conjunto.’ But what does that really mean?

At this year’s Professional Development Conference, scholars had one minute to gather supplies before teaming up to create an archetype representing their field of study. Different perspectives came together to create, collaborate, and share with the larger community.

This fun and creative activity reflected something at the heart of HTI. En conjunto invites us to bring our individual perspectives to the table while recognizing what becomes possible when we listen, collaborate, and create alongside one another. As one third-year HTI Scholar reflected, “It’s about crossing the finish line together.”

What does ‘en conjunto’ mean to you? Share your answer in the comments.

As August comes to a close and a new academic year begins, we are invited to look beyond the semester ahead and consider...
08/28/2026

As August comes to a close and a new academic year begins, we are invited to look beyond the semester ahead and consider a larger question: What is the future of the academy, and what role will theological education play in shaping it?

Listen to this week's HTI Open Plaza feature, “The End of Theological Education,” as Dr. Antonio (Tony) Alonso and Rev. Dr. Ted A. Smith explore the changing landscape of theological education and what its future might hold.

🎧 Listen to the conversation on HTI Open Plaza: https://bit.ly/3SgPFEd

🌟 HTI ALUMNA SPOTLIGHTHTI alumna, Rev. Dr. Lis Valle-Ruiz, Associate Professor of Homiletics and Worship at McCormick Th...
08/24/2026

🌟 HTI ALUMNA SPOTLIGHT

HTI alumna, Rev. Dr. Lis Valle-Ruiz, Associate Professor of Homiletics and Worship at McCormick Theological Seminary, will deliver the 2026 Castañeda-Jennings Lecture at Chicago Theological Seminary.

“Cuerpos Cuir que Cuentan: Preaching Pleasure Amid Peril” will explore what it means to preach pleasure as sacred rather than shameful, drawing on q***r theology, embodied performance, and the lectionary. The lecture honors Gilberto Castañeda’s memory by affirming that the bodies the church has overlooked have always counted—and always had a story to tell.

📅 Thursday, August 27
🕖 7:00–8:30 p.m. CT
💻 Virtual Event

Join CTS for this timely lecture and conversation featuring the work of an HTI alumna whose ministry and scholarship bring theology into conversation with the arts, public witness, decolonial thought, q***r studies, and protest movements.

Register to attend: https://ctschicago.edu/registrations/2026-castaneda-jennings-lecture/

📣 Early Bird Extended! The $70 early bird rate for HTI’s 30th Anniversary Celebration has been extended through August 2...
08/21/2026

📣 Early Bird Extended!

The $70 early bird rate for HTI’s 30th Anniversary Celebration has been extended through August 25. After August 25, registration will increase to $100.

Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate 30 years of HTI en conjunto, a milestone made possible by generations of scholars, graduates, mentors, member institutions, partners, and friends who have contributed to HTI’s story and impact.

Join HTI for “The Power of En Conjunto: A 30-Year Mosaic of Transformational Impact” on Friday, November 20, 2026, from 6:00–8:30 PM MT at Tivoli Turnhalle at Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Auraria Campus.🎟️ Register by August 25 for $70: https://bit.ly/4vZ2pOf

Share this invitation with the scholars, graduates, colleagues, partners, and friends who have been part of HTI’s journey. Let’s celebrate 30 years en conjunto!

What is one practice you are carrying with you into the new academic year? 🎓📚 Share in the comments! As HTI scholars pre...
08/20/2026

What is one practice you are carrying with you into the new academic year? 🎓📚 Share in the comments!

As HTI scholars prepare for another year of research, writing, teaching, and learning, we’re revisiting insights from the 2026 Professional Development Conference and the lessons scholars are carrying forward into their academic journey.

Through From PDC to Practice, we’ll highlight reflections that remind us that professional development doesn’t end when the conference does—it continues in how we approach the work ahead.

Here’s to beginning the academic year with intention! ✨

📢 JOB ANNOUNCEMENTPOSITION OVERVIEWAssistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Old Testament Language and Literature at W...
08/20/2026

📢 JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION OVERVIEW
Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Old Testament Language and Literature at Western Seminary · Full-time, 1.0 FTE · 20 credit hours per academic year · Start date December 1, 2026

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach Master’s and Doctoral-level courses in Old Testament literature, Hebrew language and exegesis, and related areas · Supervise Th.M. theses · Teach across residential, cohort, and online formats · Mentor students academically, spiritually, and vocationally · Engage in research and scholarship · Participate in faculty committees, recruitment, commencement, and broader seminary life · Build relationships with local churches and communities

MISSION & CONTEXT
Western Seminary seeks a faculty member who can bridge biblical scholarship and ministry practice through contextualized learning and engagement with local church communities. The successful candidate will join the Department of Bible and Theology and contribute to a collegial, inclusive, and dialogical academic community.

QUALIFICATIONS
Completed Ph.D. in Old Testament Language and Literature preferred; ABD candidates may be considered · Demonstrated teaching experience in classroom and online settings · Evidence of scholarly contributions, student mentorship, and ministerial engagement · Commitment to Western Seminary’s Faculty Teaching Position and statements of faith

APPLICATION DETAILS
Portland-area candidates preferred; remote candidates will be considered, with travel required at least three times per year · Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience · Applications should be submitted to Kendra Huntington at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

🔗 Apply here: https://www.westernseminary.edu/about/employment

🗓️ Application deadline: September 26, 2026, or until the position is filled

As a new academic year begins, many educators and scholars are asking: How can we use technology to make teaching and th...
08/13/2026

As a new academic year begins, many educators and scholars are asking: How can we use technology to make teaching and theological education more engaging and accessible?

This episode of HTI Open Plaza offers timely insights for the classroom and beyond. 🎙️

Join Dr. Jorge Juan Rodríguez V and Rev. Dr. Lis Valle-Ruiz as they explore how digital platforms can expand theological education, connect with diverse audiences, and translate complex ideas into accessible learning experiences. From practical teaching strategies to reflections on public scholarship, this conversation offers valuable inspiration for anyone preparing for the semester ahead.

Whether you are designing a new course, rethinking your digital presence, or exploring innovative approaches to teaching, this episode is a great place to start.

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4hoBjMd

Five years ago, HTI marked its 25th Anniversary with celebrations across the country. Even in the midst of the pandemic,...
08/11/2026

Five years ago, HTI marked its 25th Anniversary with celebrations across the country. Even in the midst of the pandemic, the HTI community found ways to come together, both in person and virtually, reminding us that connection has always been at the heart of HTI.

As we look ahead to HTI's 30th Anniversary, we are excited to gather once again, and this time all together in one place. Join HTI on November 20 as we celebrate 30 years of cultivating scholars, building partnerships, fostering mentorship, and strengthening comunidad.

We cannot wait to celebrate en conjunto with you.

Register today: https://bit.ly/4vZ2pOf

🎙️ Did you know you have free access to 118 conversations with scholars, educators, artists, and community leaders?As a ...
08/07/2026

🎙️ Did you know you have free access to 118 conversations with scholars, educators, artists, and community leaders?

As a new academic year begins, many are preparing syllabi, starting classes, planning assignments, or looking for resources that enrich learning beyond the classroom.

Whether you are teaching, studying, researching, leading in your community, or simply pursuing lifelong learning, the HTI Open Plaza podcast offers a rich archive of interdisciplinary conversations that continue to inform, challenge, and inspire.

From theology and education to culture, leadership, history, and lived experience, there is something for everyone to discover.

🎧 Search “HTI Open Plaza” on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and start exploring the archive today.

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