Religious Cohort Program
Saint John's is pleased to offer religious the opportunity to simultaneously earn a Master of Arts in Theology and a Graduate Certificate in Spiritual Direction. The program requirements can be met with a combination of online and on campus coursework. Religious may also earn a certificate in Scripture or Liturgy or they may register for the courses for personal and professional enrichment.
Program advantages
- Fosters interaction among members of religious communities
- Broadens opportunities for religious in formation and continuing education programs
- Requires minimal time away from home and community
Program Requirements
Certificate in Spiritual Direction
22 credits total
- 1 credit Practice of Discernment in Prayer (offered fall, spring and summer)
- 9 credits Theology - 3 credits each in Scripture, Spirituality, and Prayer (online or on campus)
- 3 credits Ministry offered in summer sessions at Saint John's
- 6 credits Spiritual Direction Courses - rotated in summer sessions at Saint John's
- 3 credits Supervised Practicum in Spiritual Direction (Sep-Apr) between Summers II and III
Master of Theological Studies with Concentrations in Scripture, Liturgy, or Monastic Studies
48 credits total
- 3 credits Liturgy
- 3 credits Monastic Studies/Spirituality and Church History
- 6 credits History of Christianity I and II
- 6 credits Doctrine or Moral Theology
- 6 credits Scripture
- 9 credits Major Concentration
- 12 credits Electives
- 3 credits Comprehensives
Graduate Certificate in Liturgy, Scripture, or Monastic Studies
18 credits total
- 9 credits in focus area
- 9 credits in areas of interest
Contact:
Graduate Admissions
Donelle Poling
[email protected]
320-363-2896