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The Mission of Western Theological Seminary
By God’s grace, Western Theological Seminary forms women and men for faithful Christian ministry and participation in the Triune God’s ongoing redemptive work in the world.
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News, stories, and resources from the WTS community to the Church.
2020 Distinguished Alumnus The Rev. Karl Overbeek ‘66
Introducing Rev. Karl Overbeek Rev. Overbeek is fond of saying that he received all of his formal...
A Ugandan Blessing
On March 1, 2020, two-time Western Theological Seminary alumnus Stephen Kaziimba was enthroned as...
Chaplains on the Front Lines of COVID-19
Serving Christ in the Midst of the COVID-19 Pandemic Over the last few months, our alumni and...
InterVarsity Press Academic Partners with the Center for Disability and Ministry
InterVarsity Press Academic and Center for Disability and Ministry will Co-brand Book Series on...
WTS Alumnus Becomes Archbishop of Uganda
On March 1, The Most Reverend Dr. Stephen Kaziimba became the the 9th Archbishop of the Church of...
You Don’t Always Know What You Need by Chris Godfredsen
Chris Godfredsen’s Story Chris Godfredsen - I remember back in 2015 sitting in the Western...
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DO WE STILL NEED SEMINARY?
In the age of Google, where seemingly endless content is at our fingertips, why is formal theological education still important?
WHY SEMINARY?
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WHO WE ARE
MEET THE FACULTY
WTS faculty are always available to guide and support students as they pursue their education. As importantly, our professors are deeply involved in congregational ministry and several offer the unique perspectives of having served as pastors.