Cornish Rogers, professor of ecumenism and former Century editor, dies at 86

Cornish R. Rogers, a professor and a former editor of the Christian Century, died February 5 at age 86.

Rogers became a professor at the Claremont School of Theology in 1980, teaching pastoral care and theology, ecumenism, and mission, as well as serving as a dean. He retired in 1998.

Rogers worked as the Century’s news editor from 1970 to 1974. He continued to be an editor at large and to write for the magazine, covering national and global gatherings, and commenting on race, class, politics, and culture. He also contributed to both religious and secular publications, including the Los Angeles Times.