University, California
April 20
LPU students pursuing their Foursquare pastoral license this semester, as well as last semester’s licensed pastors, gathered for a celebration lunch at the renowned Angeles Temple in downtown LA. Students also had the opportunity to tour the Foursquare Aimee Semple McPherson offices and historic parsonage afterward.
Joining with our Foursquare leaders, many staff and faculty of LPU came out to support and had the honor of praying over the next generation of Foursquare pastors. Foursquare General Supervisor Wendy Nolasco said, “Our opportunity to listen and engage the latest licensee candidates was inspiring! To hear their passion, core convictions and dreams for the future encouraged us of their formative journey at Life Pacific and the continued integral partnership between us. We are partners in the development and mobilization of leaders.”
LPU’s mission for the transformational development of students into leaders prepared to serve God in the church, the workplace and the world was on display, as students Abby Merritt, Carlos Ortiz and CJ Caudle shared. From missions work with refugees, to pastoral ministry within the church, to business as mission, these students were representative of the various callings our students have from God. We are so proud and thrilled to launch these leaders into future ministry.
Congratulations to our future pastors!












University
September 10
Life Pacific University’s annual Heart My Church event brought local church leaders to campus, helping students connect with church communities where they can belong, serve, and grow throughout their LPU experience.
University
September 10
New partnership expands access to Christ-centered higher education, ministry training, and leadership development for the next generation of Christian leaders.
University
September 8
Life Pacific University is entering the 2026–27 academic year with a transformed campus and an ambitious vision for what comes next, investing in spaces that strengthen student life, enhance safety, expand academic opportunities, and visibly reflect the university’s Christ-centered, Spirit-filled mission.
University
September 3
As part of New Student Orientation, incoming Life Pacific University students served at six locations across San Dimas and the surrounding community, putting LPU’s commitment to faith and servant leadership into action.
University
September 3
Life Pacific University officially marked the beginning of the 2026–27 academic year on Tuesday, September 1, with Convocation Chapel, bringing new and returning students together with faculty, staff, and University leaders for one of LPU’s most meaningful beginning-of-the-year traditions.
University
September 3
Life Pacific University Trustee Jessie Cruickshank explores the intersection of identity, story, neuroscience and Christian discipleship in her new book, Becoming Good News, co-authored with Julia Schmaltz.
University
September 1
Explore the differences between LPU Seminary’s Master of Divinity (MDiv) and Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS). Learn how each program’s curriculum, length, and ministry focus can help you choose the degree that best fits your calling and future goals.
University
August 31
Life Pacific University welcomed its largest incoming class in more than six years to the San Dimas campus during Fall 2026 New Student Orientation, held Friday and Saturday, August 28–29.
University
August 27
Life Pacific University (LPU) has appointed Frank Markow, Ph.D., as Professor of Leadership Studies and Director of Academic Research, effective October 1, 2026.









