Welcome, Friends!

We deeply value our relationship with those who are part of the extended Bethany community! Whether you are interested in supporting us financially and prayerfully, volunteering, or taking part in educational opportunities, your involvement enhances Bethany’s mission to prepare

Bethany Neighborhood Handbook

Bethany Neighborhood Handbook

Bethany Mission Statement

As an innovative learning community grounded in an Anabaptist and Radical Pietist witness, Bethany Theological Seminary empowers every student to lead through spiritual engagement, faith-filled thought, and transformative practice so that the world flourishes.

To encourage

Dan Ulrich

Journey into Paul’s World

Dr. Dan Ulrich, Wieand professor of New Testament studies at Bethany Theological Seminary, will lead a trip to Greece May 24-June 2, 2025. Registration is now open for the excursion, which is organized by Tutku Educational Travel. Anyone

Bethany Theological Seminary Hosts Community Workshop

Bethany Theological Seminary is hosting a community workshop entitled, “Between Awe and Action: Fostering a Trauma-Informed Community,” on Monday, October 27th 6:30-8:00 p.m. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place at

Bethany Partners with RSO to Host Recitals

The best in classical music will fill Bethany Seminary’s Nicarry Chapel in early 2019 through the Seminary’s new partnership with the Richmond (Indiana) Symphony Orchestra. Bethany and the RSO announce The Recital Series, a collaborative performance series that

Forrest & Della Groff – Bethany Donors

Of Building and Buildings, Things Seen and Unseen

As pillars of the west coast Church of the Brethren and visionaries of the church planting movement of the mid 20th century, Forrest Groff and his spouse Della (Lam) were true builders,

Alumni Connections

Your gateway to Seminary news, information, and educational opportunities and access to your virtual meeting place for Bethany alumni!
Wherever you are living or serving, stay connected to learn about the latest news and resources that are available to you.

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New Website Launched

We hope that our newly built website is functional and informative! Bethany’s web address remains the same: www.bethanyseminary.edu.

Occasional Student Application Essay Instructions

Please prepare a formal one-page essay, which will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee. At Bethany, we welcome theological diversity and strive to create a respectful and caring learning environment for all. Please note that your essays will NOT

Brethren Life & Thought

A scholarly journal published in the interest of the Church of the Brethren

Brethren Life & Thought is a joint publication of Bethany Theological Seminary and the Brethren Journal Association (BJA). The journal solicits thoughtful interpretive essays, scholarly articles, and