Master of Divinity

Program Overview

Bethany’s master of divinity (MDiv) program is a professional degree program designed to prepare persons for church-related ministries requiring ordination. Revised with foundations and flexibility in mind, Bethany’s MDiv continues to emphasizes how students will put their learning into

About Bethany

An Educational Experience for the Mind, Heart, Soul, and Spirit

Founded in 1905, Bethany Theological Seminary is the graduate school and academy for theological education for the

Forum Engages and Raises Awareness

Bethany’s seventh Presidential Forum Weekend brought speakers, teachers, faith leaders, and peace workers together with campus guests for an educational and thought-provoking exploration of just peace. Read the full story in the Church of the Brethren

Frugal Fridays: Weekend Events in Richmond and Beyond (Sept. 11-13)

Potterypalooza
“Join us for a celebration of ceramics as we turn a spotlight on talented regional artists who work in clay!  Pottery will be on display and available for purchase!  Functional ceramics like plates, bowls, and mugs will be

Frugal Fridays: Thrifty Weekend Events in Richmond and Beyond (Sept. 25-27)

IN RICHMOND (or nearby)

Warm Glow Fall Festival
Enjoy in store sales, gourmet food sampling, craft/art vendors, bounce houses, petting zoo, pumpkins, mums and much much more! This family fun fall festival is a must stop!
When:
Saturday, Sept. 26th from 9AM

ATLAS Access for Alumni

Bethany Theological Seminary has purchased a subscription to the ATLAS (American Theological Library Association Serials) Religion Database to support lifelong learning for all alumni. The ATLAS Database is a subset of the ATLA Religion Database available to academic institutions.

The

Laura Kelley

Laura Kelley Hired as Director of Annual and Leadership Giving

Bethany Theological Seminary has hired Laura Kelley as Director of Annual and Leadership Giving. In this newly established role, Kelley will have primary responsibility for the Bethany Fund, which supports all aspects of the Seminary’s educational mission,

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

Dr. Maggie Elwell

Margaret Elwell

Dr. Margaret (Maggie) Elwell arrived at Bethany in the fall of 2022. She previously taught at University of Maryland from 2019-2022. She earned her BA from Swarthmore College, her MA in teaching from Johns Hopkins University, and both her

Matthew Fike

Finding Ways to Thrive

For Matthew Fike, MDiv 1999, this sort of shared vision is the key to a thriving church. Too many congregations, and even pastors, operate from the assumption that it is up to the pastor to set the