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An opportunity for meaningful work

“I see being a teacher and scholar at Bethany as an opportunity to do meaningful work well. I have always loved the classroom as a place of joy and high expectations.” – Dr. Maggie Elwell, Assistant Professor of Peace Studies, Director of Bethany BOLD
Called to Service

“Bethany deepened my appreciation of the theology behind each part of a worship service, and encouraged me to connect all my different passions — including the Bible, literature, and personal narratives.” – Audri Svay, MATW 2022, Pastor, Eel River Community Church of the Brethren
Connect all aspects in my life

“Because of BOLD, I am able to connect all aspects in my life under one big idea. I can seek knowledge and then implement it.” — Omar Gadzhiev, Master’s degree student, Bethany BOLD participant
An opportunity for meaningful work

“I see being a teacher and scholar at Bethany as an opportunity to do meaningful work well. I have always loved the classroom as a place of joy and high expectations.” – Dr. Maggie Elwell, Assistant Professor of Peace Studies, Director of Bethany BOLD
Called to Service

“Bethany deepened my appreciation of the theology behind each part of a worship service, and encouraged me to connect all my different passions — including the Bible, literature, and personal narratives.” – Audri Svay, MATW 2022, Pastor, Eel River Community Church of the Brethren

Read stories about our students, faculty, and alumni from Wonder & Word magazine

Recent News

Board Approves Plan to Leave Federal Student Loan Program

The Bethany Theological Seminary Board of Trustees gave approval to a plan for the institution to leave federal student loan program, known as Title IV, during its Fall meeting, September 18-20, 2026, at the Seminary’s Richmond, Indiana campus. The decision to leave Title IV, the program that allows students to take out Federal student loans, … Continue reading “Board Approves Plan to Leave Federal Student Loan Program”

Bethany Completes Four-Year, $13.7M Fundraising Effort

Bethany Theological Seminary has completed Flourish: A Campaign for Bethany Theological Seminary, raising $13.7 million in cash gifts and estate commitments to advance the institution’s educational mission. Launched in 2023, the campaign received the support of more than 1,200 donors, and represents one of the most successful fundraising initiatives in the history of the Seminary. … Continue reading “Bethany Completes Four-Year, $13.7M Fundraising Effort”

Bethany Welcomes New Trustees

Bethany Theological Seminary has recently welcomed five new members to its Board of Trustees. These new trustees will join their colleagues at the fall meeting on September 18-20, 2026, in Richmond, Indiana. The new members bring experience in pastoral ministry, higher education, organizational leadership, and for the first time in recent years, two represent the … Continue reading “Bethany Welcomes New Trustees”

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August Intensives
August 3–14
Opening Convocation
August 27
Association of Theological Schools Accreditation Visit
September 28–October 1