Ron Ruthruff

Ron Ruthruff, associate professor of theology and culture for the Seattle School of Theology, is also an ordained clergyperson providing pastoral care, training, and support for grassroots urban leaders serving youth and families in hard places around the world. His education is an eclectic blend show more of social work, counseling, and theological studies, including a doctorate of ministry in complex urban settings from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He is also the author of The Least of These. He and his wife, Linda, live in south Seattle in the multicultural neighborhood of Rainier Valley. Ron and Linda's mission is to equip individuals to lead lives of purpose, to empower faith communities to love their neighbors, and to engage communities in cross-cultural and global conversations. show less