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Join Knox Presbyterian Church for an Evening of Fellowship and Insight at the Northside House. We are excited to invite the local community to an evening of connection and conversation on Wednesday, March 19th, at 6 p.m. at the Northside House. This event is open to people of all ages, and it’s a wonderful opportunity to come together for a meal and meaningful discussion. After dinner, kids and youth will have the chance to participate in their own engaging programming, while adults will be able to listen to Dr. Pam King, our Executive Director at the Thrive Center. Dr. King will share valuable insights on the important intersection of faith and mental health, offering wisdom on how these two powerful forces can support one another. This is a wonderful opportunity for fellowship, growth, and community building, and we would love to…

How do I apply? If you are interested in applying for Thrive fellowships, please complete the following two steps. First, discuss your desire to apply with your faculty advisor. Next, complete your application. Applications are due Monday, April 7, 2025 at 11:59 pm PT. Late applications will not be considered.   Thrive Fellowship Thrive Fellowships are for clinical doctoral students who aspire to serve and lead in the academic study, teaching, training, and/or practice of integrative approaches to human thriving and spiritual health. Students completing their first, second, third, or fourth year may apply (exceptional first-year students will be considered with faculty referral). The Thrive Center for Human Development is an applied research center that conducts research and develops resources to inspire, inform, and equip people to thrive. Thrive Fellowships are intended for students who seek experience and mentorship in theologically and theoretically-informed research and/or in translating…

Thrive Center Research Assistant School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy DEPT: Thrive Center REPORTS TO: Senior Director – Thrive HOURS: 6-10 hours per week through Summer 2025 STATUS: Non-Exempt WORK MODULE: Hybrid, Pasadena, CA BRIEF DESCRIPTION: This position is partially funded by a grant from Interfaith America. Research Assistants (RAs) will work under the supervision of Dr. Pam King in the Thrive Center at SoPMFT and the Project Coordinator to conduct and extend an ongoing literature review of the facets of Thrive’s model of spiritual health. RA(s) will maintain updated annotated bibliography on relevant empirical and theoretical literature, outline areas of research, and write literature reviews.  RAs will perform duties under the supervision of, and with direction from, the study’s Project Coordinator and Principal Investigator and will work collaboratively with the research team.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (as applicable to particular project): Review literature on the six facets of Spiritual Health (Transcendence, Habits…

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Pam King and three Thrive Fellows will be actively participating in the 2025 CAPS International Conference, “Climbing to New Heights: Growth and Transformation in the Integrated Professional.” This esteemed event is scheduled from March 20-22, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center in Denver, Colorado. Dr. King will deliver a presentation titled “Spiritual Health for Thriving With & For Others,” sharing her insights on fostering spiritual well-being in communal settings.​ In addition to Dr. King’s presentation, our Thrive Fellows will contribute through insightful poster sessions:​ Rebecca Baer will present the “Reciprocating Love Scale,” offering a new perspective on…

Dr. Pam King will present “Becoming Whole Through Spiritual Health,” at the 21st Annual Marjorie Pay Hinckley Lecture, hosted by Brigham Young University. She will be addressing the vital issue of spiritual well-being amidst contemporary challenges like mental health and social disconnection. Gain valuable insights into spiritual health, wholeness, and thriving in our modern world through this insightful lecture. Go to BYU’s website and get more information.   21st Annual Marjorie Pay Hinckley Lecture “Becoming Whole Through Spiritual Health”   The mental health crisis and loneliness epidemic have captured this country’s attention. But what about the spiritual health crisis in this time when young people have moved away from formal religion? Pamela Ebstyne King is applying scientific methodology from the discipline of psychology to determine and study aspects of religion that are helpful for well-being. Her theologically and psychologically informed approach to thriving involves becoming whole with and for others and…

Two Weeks After Eaton Fire, Pasadena Seeks a New Normal By Amanda Coscarelli Read More At the Civitas Pasadena gathering, Dr. Pam King acknowledged the challenges faced by fire victims, including emotional trauma and the loss of loved ones, and emphasized that recovery is not a linear process; she encouraged the group to pace themselves, continue their support for each other, and prioritize self-care to avoid burnout during the recovery process.

On Thursday, January 16, 2025, Pam King, Executive Director of the Thrive Center for Human Development, will be joining a special Civitas meeting to address the community’s response to the recent fire disaster. The event, titled A Community in Crisis: Moving Through Grief into Disaster Response, will offer an opportunity to reflect on the collective grief and urgent need for action in the wake of this unprecedented tragedy. Dr. King, along with Jennifer DeVoll, CEO of the Pasadena Community Foundation, will lead the discussion on how our community can navigate this crisis and mobilize for recovery. The meeting will take place at the Civitas Clubhouse in Pasadena, CA, starting at 5:30 PM PST. When: Thursday, January 16, 2025 5:30 PM, PST Where: Civitas Clubhouse (160 North Oakland, Pasadena, CA) For More Information, check out Civitas Pasadena’s website https://www.civitaspasadena.com/ Guest Opinion | Andy…

We are thrilled to announce that we received a grant from Interfaith America’s Health & Faith Initiative for the Spiritual Health, Thriving and Chaplaincy Project.  This grant will support an innovative collaboration between Fuller’s MA Chaplaincy (MAC) Program, the Office of Chaplains, and the Thrive Center to equip spiritually-engaged leaders—such as chaplains, clergy, and therapists—with the knowledge and tools to integrate psychological resources within religion and spirituality for promoting mental health and well-being. The project will develop three graduate-level courses, foster campus-community partnerships, and produce a video exploring multi-faith perspectives on spiritual health. Building on Fuller’s rich history of integrating psychology, theology, and intercultural studies, the initiative will introduce a new THRIVE framework for spiritual health, designed to support individuals in religiously diverse settings. Led by Pamela Ebstyne King, Jaclyn Williams, and Mary Glenn, this project will deepen the understanding of spiritual care…

****CLOSED****   At the Thrive Center for Human Development, we are dedicated to building a team of passionate and talented individuals who are committed to making a meaningful impact. We are seeking enthusiastic team players who are eager to contribute their skills and drive to our mission of fostering personal and community growth. Please see below and apply now!   Senior Director of Strategy and Growth (Full-time) Apply Now Marketing Coordinator (Half-time) Apply Now   About Us: The Thrive Center for Human Development at Fuller Theological Seminary is a nonprofit applied research center dedicated to creating and distributing resources rooted in psychological science and spiritual health. Our mission is to foster thriving individuals and communities by integrating robust research with practical applications. We seek a dynamic and visionary Senior Director of Strategy & Growth to join our team and help advance our mission through strategic…

Listen to Pam King talk with host P.J. Simmons about what Christians can learn from Psychology on the Prospera podcast.