John P. Burgess has taught at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary since 1998. Previously he was professor and chaplain at Doane College and Associate for Theology in the Office of Theology and Worship, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). He was awarded his bachelor’s from Colorado College, his M.Div. from McCormick Theological Seminary, and his Ph.D. in Christian theology from the University of Chicago. An ordained Presbyterian minister, Burgess has served several congregations and is the author of numerous books. Dr. Burgess is married and has three daughters, who are also his theological teachers.