Doctor of Ministry

Transform Your Ministry. Transform the World with Bexley Seabury’s Doctor of Ministry Program

Degree Overview

Welcome to a journey of spiritual transformation at Bexley Seabury.

Our Doctor of Ministry program is designed for ministry leaders like you, ready to deepen their engagement with the complex challenges and opportunities of today’s world. 

Why this degree?

We strive to offer a program that not only meets your academic and professional needs but also nurtures your spiritual journey.

  • Flexible Learning: Blend of online courses and short, intensive on-campus residencies to fit your busy schedule.

  • Interdisciplinary Curriculum: Explore theology, leadership, spiritual formation, and social justice to enrich your ministry.

  • Personalized Mentorship: Learn from experienced faculty and build lifelong connections with peers in your cohort.

  • Practical Capstone Project: Make a tangible impact in your ministry context with a project that addresses real-world challenges.

Who should apply?

Our Doctor of Ministry program is ideal for:

  • Clergy and Lay Leaders: Those seeking to enhance their practical ministry skills and deepen their theological understanding.

  • Experienced Ministry Professionals: Individuals looking to lead transformative change in their communities and engage with contemporary issues in innovative ways.

  • Faith-Based Community Leaders:
    Leaders involved in social justice, nonprofit work, or community outreach who want to integrate advanced theological education with their practice.

  • Aspiring Thought Leaders: Ministry professionals aiming to contribute to the broader discourse on faith, leadership, and social justice through scholarly and practical work.

Degree Details

With our distributed model of learning, we offer flexibility that respects the demands of your current ministry roles. Core areas of focus include:

  • Theological Reflection and Praxis: Deepen your understanding of theology and its application in real-world contexts.

  • Leadership in a Changing Church: Explore innovative leadership models that respond to the evolving landscape of faith communities.

  • Spiritual Formation and Direction: Engage in practices that nurture spiritual growth, both personally and within the communities you serve.

  • Social Justice and Community Engagement: Equip yourself to lead initiatives that address systemic injustices and foster reconciliation.

Applying to Bexley Seabury's Doctor of Ministry Program:

Ready to Transform Your Ministry? Join us at Bexley Seabury where your passion for ministry meets our commitment to theological education and transformation. Let’s journey together towards a future where your ministry not only meets the world’s needs, but also inspires change.

For questions contact our Admissions Office by emailing admissions@bexleyseabury.edu.

Have questions about applying? Contact us at admissions@bexleyseabury.edu

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