Calvin Seminary
Ministry Training Basics for Pastors & Church Leaders
Biblical, theological, and vocational training can help people in all types of ministry. If you are looking to begin a ministry role for the first time, or if you are…
How to Get Pastoral Care Training
What Is Pastoral Care? In the tradition of Calvin Theological Seminary (CTS), pastoral care is bringing someone into an awareness of the presence of God in the midst of that…
What Is Seminary School? A Complete Guide to Seminary
What Is Seminary School? A seminary school, or seminary, is a graduate school studying theology, religion, and faith. Christian theological seminaries, such as Calvin Theological Seminary (CTS), teach from a…
Is a DMin Worth It? What Can I Do with a Doctor of Ministry?
What Is a DMin? The DMin, or Doctor of Ministry, is an advanced degree offering practical avenues for ministry growth. At Calvin Theological Seminary, this advanced program is designed for…
How an Innovative Food Pantry Feeds Seminary Families
When you think of a food pantry, you might imagine nonperishable foods stacked floor to ceiling. Perhaps you think of shoppers who can’t find the food they really want and…
Vocational Ministry in Action: Students Reflect on Contextual Learning
MDiv student Kelsey Bruinwood entered seminary with a specific vocational outcome in mind. But today, her sense of calling is full of possibilities. “I came into seminary thinking that I…
Ready and Open to God’s Leading
For over 146 years, Calvin Theological Seminary has trained, equipped, and prepared ministry leaders to serve the Church. The seminary first opened its doors in 1876 as De Theologische School—the…
Handlon’s Priesthood of Believers
Since 2015, the Calvin Prison Initiative (CPI) has been equipping new students to be Christ’s agents of renewal, offering 20 scholars each year the opportunity to pursue a bachelor’s degree.…
The Sermons to the Seven Churches of Revelation: A Commentary and Guide
A New Testament scholar, a seasoned preacher and an experienced tour guide who has led over 40 trips to ancient biblical sites in Greece, Turkey, Italy, Israel and Jordan explains…