George C. Fuller

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George C. Fuller (1932-2021). [1] was Professor of Practical Theology, Emeritus, [2] and former president of Westminster Theological Seminary. He served as president from 1984 to 1991. [3] Fuller was a pastor in the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA). [4]

Fuller studied at Haverford College, Princeton Theological Seminary, Westminster Theological Seminary, and Babson College. He taught at Northwestern College and Reformed Theological Seminary prior to coming to WTS. [2]

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References

  1. "George Cain Fuller Obituary (1932 - 2021) Courier Post". Legacy.com .
  2. 1 2 "Emeritus Faculty". Westminster Theological Seminary. Retrieved 16 November 2017.
  3. "Westminster Seminary Gets New President, Dean". Philadelphia Inquirer. 30 June 1991. Retrieved 17 May 2014.
  4. "Rethinking Retirement - byFaith".
Academic offices
Preceded by President of Westminster Theological Seminary
1984-1991
Succeeded by