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COLUMBIA THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY EXISTS TO EDUCATE AND NURTURE FAITHFUL, IMAGINATIVE, AND EFFECTIVE LEADERS FOR THE SAKE OF THE CHURCH AND THE WORLD.
Explore our degree programs and other learning opportunities for those who want to become pastors or congregational leaders, work in non-profits, or teach future church leaders. We also offer a robust schedule of courses for anyone who wants non-degree, Biblically-grounded lifelong learning, either in-person or online.
Whether you’re still discerning (or assisting someone who is), an alumni, looking to further your training, or just curious about us and all we have to offer, we’re glad you’re here. Here’s some basic information to get you started. Click the tiles below to explore more about Columbia Theological Seminary:
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Human Origins Forum with Bill Brown
09/11/2019
Dr. Bill Brown, William Marcellus McPheeters Professor of Old Testament, will lead a special Wednesday Forum to preview the new Human Origins exhibit at the John Bulow Campbell Library. Learn more about the exhibit at www.ctsnet.edu/human-origins. Open to the...
Leadership in Ministry Portland
09/16/2019
The Leadership in Ministry Workshop at Portland is a twice-a-year peer-based clergy leadership development program meeting at the Collins Retreat Center. Each annual workshop meets for two sessions (spring and fall).
Spiritual Direction: An Introduction
09/19/2019
This is an introductory exploration of spiritual guidance, including its history, theological foundations, various models and practices. It will be helpful if you are curious about what spiritual direction is and want to explore it at an introductory level. It...
Leadership in Ministry Workshop B Lynchburg
09/23/2019
The Leadership in Ministry Workshop B at Lynchburg VA is an on-going twice-a-year peer-based clergy leadership development program. Each annual workshop meets for two sessions (spring and fall).
Mentor Coaching (TCI@CTS) Online
09/25/2019
Mentor Coaching includes 10 hours of coach training and is open to coach training students who have completed or are enrolled in their initial ICF-approved ACC ACSTH coach training. Each participant must be coaching at least 2 clients through...
Desert Spiritualities of the Southwest Pilgrimage
09/28/2019
This event has been cancelled.
Pilgrimage is one of the oldest and most important spiritual disciplines. This pilgrimage will explore the Desert Southwest of northern New Mexico and engage many of the diverse spiritual communities that settled there.
Your Sacred Story: The Spiritual Practice of Journaling
09/30/2019
Online Course
Explore the practice of spiritual journaling with Carl McColman. The course invites journaling from a variety of perspectives including writing memoir, using writing as a form of prayer, writing for healing and discernment, and writing to share...
Leadership in Ministry Boston
09/30/2019
The Leadership in Ministry workshops are an on-going twice-a-year peer-based clergy leadership development program and is part of the Pastoral Excellence Programs of the Center for Lifelong Learning. Each annual workshop meets for two sessions (fall and spring).
Healthy Transitions Wellness Retreat
09/30/2019
The Healthy Transitions Wellness Retreats for Ministers and Spouses provide a relaxed atmosphere and confidential setting for healing and encouragement to ministers and their families who have experienced termination, or for those in conflicts possibly leading to termination.
In Life and in Death: Helping in End-of-Life Issues and Challenges (Online)
10/01/2019
This online course will examine the hard choices and issues related to critical illness and end-of-life situations. Participants will gain understanding of the challenges and issues faced during health crises and find ways to minister and help those facing critical...
Leadership in Ministry Kansas City
10/07/2019
The Leadership in Ministry Workshops are an on-going twice-a-year peer-based clergy leadership development program and is part of the Pastoral Excellence Programs of the Center for Lifelong Learning. Each annual workshop meets for two sessions (fall and spring).
Leadership in Ministry A Lynchburg
10/14/2019
The Leadership in Ministry Workshop A is an on-going twice-a-year peer-based clergy leadership development program meeting in Lynchburg, VA at the Eagle Eyrie Baptist Conference Center. Each annual workshop meets for two sessions (spring and fall)
Growing Into Tomorrow…Today (Board of Pensions Retirement Planning Seminar)
10/15/2019
Planning for retirement can be challenging. This free-two-day seminar is for members of the PCUSA Board of Pensions and their guests who are planning to retire within the next fifteen years. Registration for this seminar will open in July 2019....
Spirituality, Spirits, and the Holy Spirit
10/17/2019
Join Dr. Martha Moore-Keish for this course exploring a variety of Christian perspectives on the Holy Spirit through history and in contemporary contexts.
Getting In Shape Fiscally (PCUSA Board of Pensions Financial Planning Seminar)
10/17/2019
The Board of Pensions Education team offers this a one-day seminar for seminarians, plan members, and their guests, to help you get — and stay — fiscally fit. Registration for this seminar will open in the summer of 2019. For...
Discernment in Spiritual Direction
10/20/2019
This seminar explores the art and gift of Christian Discernment in the context of individual spiritual direction. This is the third residency for the Certificate in Spiritual Direction; enrollment is limited to those accepted into the program through application....
SAVE THE DATE! To Count Our Days: To Celebrate Our Stories
10/20/2019
Join us for TO COUNT OUR DAYS: TO CELEBRATE OUR STORIES at the Robert Mills House in Columbia, South Carolina!
An Introduction to the New Testament (Online)
11/04/2019
This is an online six-week survey course on the New Testament. The goal of this course is: 1. To gain an understanding of the New Testament content and its interpretation 2. To gain appreciation and knowledge of the biblical...
Big Ideas in Youth Ministry Conference: Fearless Dialogues
11/05/2019
Looking for a conference where you can explore the hard questions in youth ministry, learn how to foster fearless dialogues and connect with colleagues engaged in this challenging, rewarding work?
Leadership in Ministry Atlanta
11/11/2019
The Leadership in Ministry Workshops at Atlanta is an on-going twice-a-year peer-based clergy leadership development program meeting at the Center for Lifelong Learning. Each annual workshop meets for two sessions (fall and spring).
Human Origins Forum with the Smithsonian
11/13/2019
Staff from the Smithsonian Institute will lead a forum about the new Human Origins exhibit at the John Bulow Campbell Library. Learn more about the exhibit at www.ctsnet.edu/human-origins. Open to the public at 5:30-7:00 pm followed by a presentation...
Human Origins for Public School Teachers
11/14/2019
Staff from the Smithsonian Institute will lead a forum for public school teachers about the new Human Origins exhibit at the John Bulow Campbell Library. Learn more about the exhibit at www.ctsnet.edu/human-origins. Open to all teachers, 9:00-11:00 am. Room...
Fusion Retreat
11/15/2019
This retreat offers spiritual practice, creative arts, personal reflection and conversation to look gently within. Armandee Drew and Julie Rogers-Martin guide this retreat to deepen the spiritual quest and self-understanding.
The Disciple-Making Church: To Grow the Future We Visit the Past (Thompson Scholars 2020)
12/13/2019
Applications are due by December 13, 2019 for the 2020 Thompson Scholar seminar. The seminar will explore the concept of “the disciple-making church,” and what it means to develop mature disciples of Jesus Christ who make a real difference...
Christian Education in the Smaller Church
01/06/2020
In this course participants will explore together the realities, challenges, and joys of providing Christian education in the smaller church context.
Teaching and Preaching the “Forgotten” Books of the Bible (Online)
01/13/2020
This course invites participants to engage deeply with the books of Song of Songs, Ruth, Lamentations, Ecclesiastes, and Esther with an eye toward both the ancient context and the contemporary relevance as they develop strategies for teaching and preaching...
Readings in Spiritual Classics: Four Saints, Four Centuries (Online)
02/24/2020
Sharol Hayner leads this 4-week dialogue with saints from four centuries who point us to a deeper life in Christ. The course is based on the writings of Teresa of Avila, Frances de Sales, William Law and Mother Teresa.
Spiritual Direction, Discerned Action, and Social Transformation
03/22/2020
This seminar explores living with questions and making faithful choices in the complexity of life. This is a residency in the Certificate in Spiritual Direction; enrollment is limited to those accepted into the program through application. Thank you for...
Storytelling as Tool for Change (Online)
04/13/2020
This online course will discuss the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) on faith communities and how storytelling can be a foundational tool for social innovation and transformative learning in congregational educational ministry, thus fostering systems change in light...
Between Nothing and Everything: The Gospel of Love according to Julian of Norwich
04/16/2020
Join poet and scholar, Mark Burrows, for this course exploring the remarkable vision and writings of Julian of Norwich; a vision of the immensity of divine generosity and the radical call of compassion it places on us.
Invitation to a Deeper Spiritual Life
04/19/2020
This course is for those seeking to cultivate a more meaningful life with the triune God. Classic spiritual practices and biblical spirituality will be introduced. Led by Jim Dant, Carl McColman and Debra Weir.
The Disciple-Making Church: To Grow the Future We Visit the Past (Thompson Scholars 2020)
04/21/2020
Applications are due by December 13, 2019 for the 2020 Thompson Scholar seminar. The seminar will explore the concept of “the disciple-making church,” and what it means to develop mature disciples of Jesus Christ who make a real difference...
Theological Reflection in Older Adulthood
04/27/2020
This course will explore theological doctrines and concepts pertinent to older adult ministry. Using Scripture, creeds and confessions and other reading, participants will explore how to facilitate theological reflection among older adults.
Beside Still Waters—A Contemplative Retreat
04/27/2020
Join us for this contemplative retreat and lean into the opportunity to “be still and know.” Practical by design, the retreat may be a valuable for those discerning new directions, or simply desiring greater connection with God, themselves and...
Spiritual Formation and Older Adults
04/29/2020
The last third of life presents some of life’s richest spiritual, theological and ethical challenges. This course will explore how congregations and other communities of faith can engage in conversations and practices that will allow them to actively nurture...
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