Norther’s African Pastoral Training Institute
Posted: September 20, 2021
From the time Dr. Wayne “Coach” Gordon helped create the Africa Pastoral Training Institute (APTI), he had plans to turn it over to others. Transferring leadership...
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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 raise up leaders who have a firm grasp, both in theory and in practice, of God’s mission on earth.
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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. Students can trust that members of our faculty are aware of the challenges and rewards of ministry because they have experienced them firsthand.
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. All our programs are available online through our state-of-the art smart classroom technology. Learn more about our online offerings.
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Constitution Day, September 17th
Posted: September 17, 2021
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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Pastoring in a Crisis
Posted: September 16, 2021
Written by Ray Miller, DMin in New Testament Context Student A series on pastoring during the pandemic crisis | originally posted on Jesus Creed, a...
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Self Care in a Crisis
Posted: September 16, 2021
Written by Ric Strangway, DMin in New Testament Context Student A series on pastoring during the pandemic crisis | originally posted on Jesus Creed, a...
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The President's August Newsletter
Posted: September 16, 2021
In emergencies, churches develop skills they will use to design innovative ministries. In the pandemic, ministers have reacted to crises. The pressures of the last...
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SCHOLARSHIP PUTS MINISTRY IN ACTION
Posted: August 16, 2021
Like many small-town and rural churches, First Baptist Church of Galesburg faces challenges with a declining population as manufacturing jobs have left the area. Yet...
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Memorial Service for Ernest "Al" Jenkins
Posted: August 9, 2021
We are joining the family of Ernest "Al" Jenkins, Professor Emeritus, in honoring the impact of his life. The details of his memorial service on...
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The President's July Newsletter
Posted: July 16, 2021
Dear Friends, When you log into a Northern live stream classroom, you’re likely to meet one of six different kinds of students. Although they come...
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The President's June Newsletter
Posted: June 28, 2021
Dear Friends, Congratulations to the class of 2021! This month, we graduated 65 pastoral leaders: the largest graduating class of Northern Seminary in over 60 years. Not...
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Upcoming Events
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09/23/2021-09/24/2021
Chapel Service: Beth Felker Jones
09/28/2021
Chapel Service: Dr. Ingrid Faro
10/05/2021
Founder's Day 2021
10/07/2021
Board of Trustees Meeting
10/08/2021
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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.