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The School of Theology is evangelical and ecumenical, diverse and inclusive, multidenominational and multicultural. Its mission is national and international in scope, urban and suburban in focus, residential and extended in location. It expresses this mission through life together as a worshipping, teaching, studying, and ministering community.
The School of Theology prepares persons for lay and ordained ministries by pursuing and encouraging:
Foundational theological reflection, research, and writing
- in the service of the church
- for all the disciplines of the seminary community
- for the academy
Theological education
- for the entire seminary community
- for professional preparation and development
- for church, denomination, and parachurch
Spiritual Formation
- for individual and interpersonal integrity
- for spiritual and intellectual maturity
- for corporate commitment and responsibility
- for competence in the practice of ministry
Advanced theological study
- in the development of faithful scholarship
- in the mentoring and preparation of future teachers of the church
- through advanced degree programs
Continuing education
- for the church
- for professional ministry
- for lay ministry and enrichment
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