Degree Acceptance

Bethany Theological Seminary’s fully accredited master of divinity degree is accepted by many denominations and nondenominational Christian communities as suitable preparation for ordination. These denominations include but are not limited to the following:

  • Church of the Brethren
  • American Baptist
  • Christian Church (Disciples
Denise Kettering-Lane service

How We Serve

Bethany Theological Seminary employees have a long history of service in the communities we live — just like our alumni and friends! Here are a few examples of the ways Bethany faculty and staff live out a

Sam Locke Named Executive Director for Institutional Advancement

Bethany Theological Seminary has named Sam Locke as executive director of institutional advancement following a national search.  

Locke joins the Seminary from Indiana Legal Services, a nonprofit law firm based in Indianapolis that provides free legal

Faith-based Budget Guides

Making a budget or a cash-flow plan can be daunting! Don’t fear! There are resources that can help make this process easier and less stressful!

EveranceCash-Flow Plan 
Everance is a ministry of Mennonite Church USA and

Thrifty Thursday: Every Kid in a Park

Are you the parent of a fourth grader? Love National Parks? This Thrifty Thursday tip is for you!

This academic year (2015-2016) the National Parks are letting fourth graders and their

Richard Rose

The “Beloved Community” and Peace

Dr. Richard Rose, professor of religion and philosophy at University of La Verne (La Verne, Calif.) will present a talk entitled, “Building the Beloved Community: What Does Peace Have to Do with It,” on Friday, September 15, at 1

Bethany to Host Community Peace Concert

Bethany Theological Seminary is partnering with Richmond Symphony Orchestra, Earlham College, and Earlham School of Religion  to offer an intimate evening of music and reflection on Sunday, Dec. 10.  The event is free and open to the public.

“Seeking Peace:

Bethany Named to Seminaries That Change the World

For the fifth consecutive year, Bethany Theological Seminary has been recognized among Seminaries That Change the World by The Center for Faith and Service. Each year the Center identifies a select

Worship at Prince of Peace Church of the Brethren

Bethany to Offer Bilingual Bible Study Workshop in L.A. Area

In conjunction with a January Intensive course, Bethany Theological Seminary is offering a Bilingual Bible Study Workshop that is free and open to the public.
Beloved Neighbors: Intercontextual Readings of James
Bilingual Bible Study Workshop
Book of James
January 21, 8:30 a.m. –

Shane Claiborne to Speak at Nicarry

Bethany Theological Seminary will host a public lecture by evangelical Christian activist, speaker, and author Shane Claiborne on Tuesday, April 16, at 7 p.m. in Nicarry Chapel. The event is co-sponsored by Earlham College. 

Claiborne is