Register by June 4 for Christian formation

The June session is right around the corner and online registration is open until Thursday, June 4.

Details of the courses included in the June 15 – 19 session on the seminary campus

The Certificate Program for Christian Formation is designed to meet the needs of Christian educators and youth ministers, who seek to deepen their understanding of the Christian theological tradition. Working in peer groups taught by seminary faculty, students in the Certificate Program engage with scripture, history, ethics, and practical theology in a sequence of four sessions on the campus of Seminary of the Southwest. Designed as continuing education for practitioners in the field of Christian Education, the program empowers students to be more able ministers through strengthening their ability to speak the language of the Christian community in effective and creative ways.

Facts about the Certificate Program

Classes — Each course balances instruction, discussion, theological reflection, practical ministry skills, worship and spiritual formation. Regular worship is an important part of each session. The interplay of study and prayer is integral to the intent of the program.

Faculty — Professors from Seminary of the Southwest and other qualified instructors make up the faculty of the Certificate Program.

Location — Program sessions are held on the campus of Southwest. Located in the center of Austin, the seminary is a welcoming community featuring an innovative library, the Episcopal Church's Archives, a chapel open to a variety of worship, and a neighborhood that includes the University of Texas and two other seminaries. Meals at the seminary are first-rate, the accommodations comfortable, and Austin's legendary music scene awaits you.

Enrollment Prerequisites — Lay and ordained persons of all denominations are welcome. A college degree or GRE scores are not necessary for enrollment.

Cost — Room (double occupancy) and board on campus are included in the $1100 registration fee. Single occupancy room is available for an additional $250.

Commuter Fee is $950 (this includes tuition and meals for the week)

Payment is due prior to 1st day of class.

Session Dates — June 15-19, 2015 and you may register online.

How to Apply — Contact Jean McGraw, director of the program at [email protected].