Faith, Ethics, and Dying Well: Join the 2025 Mohrenweiser Lecture
How do we provide compassionate, ethical, and theologically grounded care for those at the end of life? The Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary (PLTS) invites you to the 2025 Mohrenweiser Lecture on Thursday, March 20, at 1:00 p.m. (Pacific Time), exploring this crucial topic through the lens of faith and ethics.
This year’s lecture, titled “Ethics and Spiritual Care at the End of Life,” brings together a distinguished panel of experts in hospice chaplaincy, interfaith ministry, and medical ethics to discuss how faith leaders and caregivers can accompany individuals through the final stages of life with dignity and grace.
The hybrid event is available both in person at PLTS (2000 Center St., Ste 200, Berkeley, CA 94703) and via Zoom. Register here
Meet the Panel
Dr. Kamal Abu-Shamsieh (Moderator) – Scholar in interreligious chaplaincy and end-of-life ethics.
Talith Ameda Aho – Board-certified chaplain at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital, Presbyterian pastor, and author of In Deep Waters.
Ramy Salah, MD – Physician specializing in hospice and palliative care, bringing Islamic perspectives on life-sustaining treatment.
Rabbi Haim Beliak – Chaplain and Hillel Rabbi with experience in end-of-life counseling and ethical wills.
Pastor Clare McElaney – Pediatric chaplain at UCSF hospitals and Shepherd of the Hills in Berkeley.
Don’t miss this vital conversation on faith, ethics, and the journey toward life’s end.
