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What Effective Pastoral Leadership Looks Like
What Effective Pastoral Leadership Looks Like What Is Pastoral Leadership? Pastoral leadership is the overarching term for the marks of effective pastors, encompassing Christian teaching, discipleship, and congregational guidance. Types…
Is Online Seminary School Right for You? What to Consider
Online education has become increasingly popular, with many schools adding to their offerings of online degrees each year. Seminary degrees have also adapted to reach learners where they are, offering…
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…
Center for Excellence in Preaching Receives Lilly Grant
Calvin Theological Seminary has received a grant of almost $960,000 from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its Compelling Preaching Initiative. The grant will be led by Calvin Theological Seminary’s Center for…
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…
Choosing a Biblical Studies Degree That’s Right for You
Choosing a Biblical Studies Degree That’s Right for You What Is a Biblical Studies Degree? A degree in biblical studies focuses on the study of God’s Word in the Old…
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…
Seminaries Aren’t Just for Pastors Anymore: Equipping the Priesthood of All Believers
Water and oil don’t mix. At least, chemically speaking. But for early Christians, water and oil were the perfect mix for picturing who Christians are called to be. In the…
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…
The Center for Excellence in Preaching
As its name obviously suggests, the Center for Excellence in Preaching (CEP) is designed primarily to help preachers in the writing of sermons. CEP strives to jump start every…
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