"Behold, I Make All Things New" (Revelation 21:5).
Johnson C. Smith Theological Seminary (JCSTS), established 1867, is now doing business as the Justice Center for Sacred Theological Studies (JCSTS). This shift is born in response to the current international assault on human rights and on the reversal of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in the U.S.
With a new name and a new mission come a new catalog. Click PROGRAMS in the main menu to check it out. And for the next six months (now through October 30, 2026), all of our courses are FREE! Take as many as you like!
In exchange, please do us two favors. First, email us at info@jcsts.org with feedback that will help us improve what we do. Second, if you find any merit in the courses you take, please make a donation. Just click the link below. Your feedback and financial supporrt will help us reach new audiences with high-caliber theological content to improve the faithfulness and fabric of our society. Thank you!
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Walk with Purpose.
Justice Walkers are stylish specialty shoes that are sure to spark conversation and inspire action.
A cross between sneaker and walking shoe, Justice Walkers are thoughtfully adorned with symbols and are a reminder of the prophet Micah’s timeless call to “do justice, love mercy and walk humbly with God.”
Sales will support JCSTS’ ongoing educational efforts to promote societal healing and repair.
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JUSTICE
A Prayer for Courage & Hope
Ever-present God, ​in moments when the road stretches uncertain before us, steady our hearts and quiet our fears. Grant us courage--not the absence of fear, but the strength to move forward in spite of it. Help us to stand firm in truth, to act with conviction, and to trust that even small steps matter in your unfolding purpose.
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Give us perseverance when the work feels heavy and progress seems slow. Renew us daily and let our lives bear witness to resilience and hope.
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In your strength, not our own, we press forward. Amen.
PODCAST
THE CENTERING VOICE
THE CENTERING VOICE is a podcast about balance, perspective and the resilience of the human spirit.
JCSTS President Paul Roberts talks with special guests about the personal characteristics necessary "to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God" (Old Testament of the Bible, Micah 6:8).
This podcast is in production. The first episodes will air in the fall of 2026. Please check back! ​
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"Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain."
- 1 Corinthians 15:58
Global Resources
JCSTS offers a growing collection of resources designed to inform, equip, and inspire individuals and communities committed to faith-rooted justice work. Whether you’re leading a congregation, organizing in your local context, or deepening your personal understanding, our curated tools, articles, and reflections are here to support your journey.​
Now Is a Great Time to Practice Moral Courage
The first followers of Christ were resisters. Christian worship was an act of resistance, as it directly challenged Roman imperial and religious authority. By refusing to worship Roman gods or the emperor, early Christians committed a subversive political and religious act that went against Roman cultural and political norms, leading to persecution.
Two-thousand years later, Black faith communities in the Americas became safe harbors in storms that never seemed to end. Enslaved Africans gathered under moonlight, singing songs that carried secret maps to freedom. Preaching became protest. Hymns became resistance. Spiritual identity centered on the value of all human life.
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As soon as African Americans were free from the control of white people, they built movements. They created schools when education was outlawed. They set up pulpits where truth could be told freely. They set up mutual aid societies and taught citizenship classes so people could claim the rights that were denied them. They organized boycotts and freedom rides as acts of holy imagination. ​
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​Moral courage is at the heart of vibrant Christianity. To learn more, visit our PROGRAMS page and enroll in one of our courses today. ​​
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Get In Touch
We’re so glad you’re interested in connecting with JCSTS. Whether you have a question, comment, or simply want to learn more, we’d love to hear from you.
1328 Peachtree Street NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
info@jcsts.org
