Graduate Certificates

Persons of leadership, skill, and faith are always on the move to enhance their knowledge base. Bethany offers five specialized graduate certificates, which address areas of immediate application of theological education in our world today.

Certificate of Achievement in

Bethany Seminary Freezes Tuition for 2021-22

In light of the Covid-19 pandemic and the resulting economic downturn, Bethany Theological Seminary has chosen to freeze its tuition rate for the 2021-22 academic year. Bethany tuition is an exceptional value at $500 per credit hour or

ESR and Bethany Cohost Writing Colloquium

This fall, Bethany is cohosting Earlham School of Religion’s annual Ministry of Writing Colloquium, part of its renowned Ministry of Writing program.

Love and Revelation
Songs and Stories from the Heartland

November 1-2, 2019
Earlham

A Global Welcome

Brigitte Zawadi was about to embark on a career as a schoolteacher in Rwanda when her pastor suggested another path. The Church of the Brethren Global Missions wanted to provide financial support to two students so that

Zero Student Loans โ€” Again

For the third semester in a row, no students at Bethany Theological Seminary are taking out federal student loans. This milestone, which follows a yearslong, institution-wide effort to remove the financial barriers that often keep students

Certificate in Peacebuilding and Neighborhood Engagement

Purpose

The Certificate in Peacebuilding and Neighborhood Engagement (CPNE) program provides a means of focusing on the contextual and specific work of peacebuilding in the neighborhood where one lives. Along with theoretical approaches, the skills needed for community engagement

Certificate for Expanded MA Studies

Purpose

The Certificate for Expanded MA Studies (CEMAS) program is designed to prepare MA students to continue their studies in doctoral programs with additional 18 hours of coursework that covers both the scope and depth of content areas typically

First Bank Richmond Makes Gift

First Bank Richmond has made a gift of $100,000 to Bethany Theological Seminary. The gift is designated to the Bethany Neighborhood, a program of the Seminary designed to foster a sense of connection between students and encourage engagement with

Certificate of Achievement in Ministry Studies

Purpose

The Certificate of Achievement in Ministry Studies (CAMS) program provides a means for ministers new to the Church of the Brethren to complete coursework focused on Brethren identity and ministry. This program requires 18 hours of course

Frugal Fridays: Thrifty Events in Richmond and Beyond (Oct 2-4)

City Life
City Life is back! Join us on October 3 in Glen Miler Park for an evening showcasing Richmondโ€™s colorful art culture!ย There will be plenty of hands-on activities, local art, music, and food! You wonโ€™t want to miss the