David Hempton—HDS Dean of the Faculty of Divinity, Alonzo L. McDonald Family Professor of Evangelical Theological Studies, and John Lord O'Brian Professor of Divinity—discusses his recent publication, Secularization and Religious Innovation in the North Atlantic World. Heather Curtis (Tufts) and Jon H. Roberts (BU) served as respondents.... Read more about Video: Secularization and Religious Innovation in the North Atlantic World

Catherine Brekus, HDS Charles Warren Professor of the History of Religion in America, discusses her recent publication, Sarah Osborn’s Collected Writings. David Holland (HDS) and Margaret Bendroth serve as respondents.... Read more about Video: Sarah Osborn's Collected Writings

Beginning on April 24 and running through November 3rd, the Center will host an exhibit of photographs showcasing the hidden sacred spaces of the Boston area.  On May 9^th, from 9:30AM-11:00AM, the Center will host a reception featuring the organizers briefly speaking about this project.... Read more about Boston’s Hidden Sacred Spaces

As the year is winding down, and summer beckons, some Harvard faculty generously shared some books that they have read and re-read.  Frank Clooney, our Director, contributed to this piece in the Harvard Gazette with a brief reflection on the Bible.  You can read the piece in its entirety here.