A Community That Affirms
Posted: September 21, 2018
A peer preaching group changed the course of a student’s seminary journey—and her ministry path. By :Melissa Champs When I was a young woman and...
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Seminary education has a vital role to play in the advancement of God’s Kingdom. As the world continues to change, the need for transformational leadership has grown. To effectively meet this need the Church must lift up leaders who have a firm grasp, both in theory and in practice, of God’s mission on earth. Have you considered this growing need?
Why is Seminary Important?
richly diverse
Since 1913, Northern Seminary has welcomed men and women from various Christian faith traditions, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and ministry experiences. Our students have enrolled from almost 30 denominations, and alumni have served in over 30 countries. Our students also range in age from recent college graduates to second career and retirees who have answered a call to ministry.
Not Just theoretical
All of our faculty have been called to ministry at some point in their lives, and their teaching reflects that calling. In fact, many still serve in churches or para-church ministries. As a student, you can be confident that our faculty are well aware of the challenges and rewards that await you in ministry because they have been there.
Missional and holistic
Focused on the Mission of God, Northern provides an education that brings together the best of theory and practice. Powerful ministry is based on an understanding of your ministry context and your ability to apply your knowledge.
Why Northern Seminary?
As the need for seminary increases, so does the need for a renewed approach to Theological Education. Northern Seminary is dedicated to God’s mission through the development of leaders who will be personally whole, spiritually mature, Biblically grounded, and theologically competent.
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Baptist Groups Collaborate to Offer Small Church Leadership Conference
Posted: September 20, 2018
(ELGIN, IL – September 10, 2018) Church leaders at small and rural Baptist congregations in Illinois have a chance to be renewed and inspired for...
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President's September Newsletter
Posted: September 18, 2018
Dear Friends, As you know, Northern lost of one of our First Ladies this month. Gerry Myers died after a brief illness, surrounded by her...
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Bachelor of Arts - Master of Divinity Program
Posted: September 17, 2018
“My dad was a pastor. That’s not something I ever wanted to be when I was growing up. But God got hold of me my...
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Constitution Day, September 17th
Posted: September 17, 2018
Happy Constitution Day! This little celebrated holiday commemorates September 17, 1787 when delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the...
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A Northern First Lady
Posted: September 7, 2018
Gerry Myers died early Sunday morning after a long, beautiful, vibrant life. She brought joy to those she met and exhibited the character of Christ throughout her...
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President's August Newsletter
Posted: August 20, 2018
Dear Friends, This Spring, I taught the New Testament books of Acts and Hebrews-Revelation to 35 students. Half of the students joined us by Northern’s...
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Northern Seminary Seminarians Study in Jerusalem
Posted: August 14, 2018
One retired pastor with a vision for multiplying the ministry vision of seminarians has found a way to make it possible for Northern Seminary students...
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RSVP to Founders Day Celebration
Posted: August 13, 2018
Join us for Northern Seminary’s Founders Day Celebration Thursday, October 11, 2018 Northern Seminary’s Lisle Center 410 Warrenville Road Lisle, IL 60532 REGISTER NOW Calendar...
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Upcoming Events
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09/24/2018
Community Cookout
09/24/2018
Chapel with Bishop Gary Hayles
09/25/2018
Last Day to Add a Class & Receive a 100% Refund
09/28/2018
Winter Syllabi Due to Dean's Office
10/01/2018
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Northern Seminary is committed to providing you with an education in your context, both theologically and geographically. From the quality of our staff to the mentoring relationships between our faculty and students, the Northern experience is truly Biblical, Missional, and Personal. Let us walk with you.