Pastoral Presence Program

The Pastoral Presence Program at Bethany Theological Seminary is a unique continuing education opportunity for pastors in the Church of the Brethren and other denominations, designed to encourage interaction between pastors and the Seminary.

Through the Pastor-in-Residence track or the

Meijer Mperks: Free Pack of Bic Crystal Pens

Meijer Mperks has a coupon for a set of FREE Bic Pens! If you havenโ€™t already, download the MPerks App or log-in online and clip the coupon! The coupon must be used before August 29th!

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Your gifts to Bethany sustain the important continuing work of educating for ministry leadership that is both challenged by and nurtured by the testimonies of the Church of the Brethren.

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Positions Filled in Admissions and Student Services

Bethany Theological Seminary has filled the new position of executive director of admissions and student services with the hiring of Lori Current, Richmond, Indiana. She comes to administration at the Seminary from Indiana University East in Richmond, where she

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

“God’s Green Earth” Witnesses to Creation Care

From food deserts to sabbath keeping, Bethany Seminaryโ€™s recent Presidential Forum and Young Adult Event touched on many aspects of our relationship with Godโ€™s creation. Guests for Godโ€™s Green Earth, A Call to Care and Witness gathered March 16-19

Academy Launches EFSM Program in Spanish

Pastors David and Rita Flores and members of the Cristo de Sion Church of the Brethren in Pomona, California, have become the first students to enter the new Spanish-language track of the Brethren Academy program Education for a Shared

Educational Partnership with Nigeria

A Thriving Partnership

Bethany Theological Seminary has a thriving partnership with Ekklesiyar Yanโ€™uwa a Nigeria (Church of the Brethren in Nigeria). Nigerian students join Bethany classes via Zoom from a technology center in Jos,

Lodging for Intensive Classes

Brethren House and Bethany Neighborhood Guest Rooms

235 College Ave., Richmond
Bedding and towels provided
Wireless internetTwo-Week Intensive Rates – Students

  • $150 total for single-room occupancy
  • $200
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Clergy Tax Seminar Scheduled

Students, pastors, and other church leaders are invited to learn the process of filing clergy taxes at the annual Clergy Tax Seminar on Saturday, January 27. Registrants may either attend in person at Bethany Theological Seminary or online and