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MISSION & PURPOSE

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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“Regardless of where God has called you, you will be ready to go”

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Dr. Felix Theonugraha

President of Western Theological Seminary

From the Commons

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.

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Dr. Kristen Deede Johnson

Dean and Vice President of Academic Affairs

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Dr. Tim Basselin

Director of Field Education and Student Life

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Rev. Dr. Carol Bechtel

Professor of Old Testament

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Dr. J. Todd Billings

Gordon H. Girod Research Professor of Reformed Theology

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Dr. John Brogan

Associate Academic Dean

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Dr. Winn Collier

Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology and Christian Imagination

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Dr. Benjamin T. Conner

Professor of Practical Theology

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Dr. Ruth Padilla DeBorst

Richard C. Oudersluys Associate Professor of World Christianity

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Dr. Chuck DeGroat

Professor of Pastoral Care and Christian Spirituality

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Dr. Wesley Hill

Associate Professor of New Testament

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Dr. Han-Luen Kantzer Komline

Marvin and Jerene DeWitt Professor of Theology and Church History

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Dr. David Komline

Professor of Church History

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Dr. Julie Land

Nouwen Fellow

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Dr. Suzanne McDonald

Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology

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Dr. Elizabeth Pennock

Director of the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program

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Dr. Madison N. Pierce

Associate Professor of New Testament

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Dr. Ron Rienstra

Professor of Preaching and Worship Arts

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Dr. Alberto La Rosa Rojas

Director of the Hispanic Ministry Program

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Dr. Sue A. Rozeboom

Professor of Liturgical Theology

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Dr. Keith Starkenburg

Director of the Vita Scholars Program

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Jessica Stovall

Assistant Professor-in-Residence of Counseling

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Dr. David L. Stubbs

Professor of Ethics and Theology

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Dr. L.S. Carlos A. Thompson

Assistant Professor of Christian Ministry and Disability Theology

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Dr. Travis West

Associate Professor of Hebrew and Old Testament

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We’re thrilled to have the Sacred Art of Writing Doctor of Ministry cohort gathered on campus this week! ...

Each week during the academic year, the WTS community gathers to worship for chapel services. Dr. Alberto La Rosa Rojas, Assistant Professor of Theology and Ethics, recently shared a meditation on “Lessons from Mountaintops and the Poor.” Watch the full chapel service by visiting the link in our bio, and join us in-person or online at 11:20 am EST for Friday chapel. ...

On Thursday, October 10, the Eugene Peterson Center for Christian Imagination (@eugenepetersoncenter) invites you to the Greg Lookerse Art Opening at Western Theological Seminary. Greg Lookerse is an interdisciplinary artist, author, and Assistant Professor of Art at Hope College.

Join us from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. to learn about these pieces and engage in conversation about the power of art to transform the way we see. To learn more, visit the link in our bio.
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"The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him." Psalm 28:7 ...

Western Theological Seminary is pleased to announce Dr. Brent LaVigne’s appointment as the new Vice President of Development.

Read the announcement -> wtsem.info/lavigne
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“My calling to Western Theological Seminary came out of a desire to know the Bible more faithfully. My time at WTS has helped me to do so, and I have also been encouraged through my Abbey small group. These people here have helped me to walk through trials and equip me for ministry.” –WTS student

At Western Theological Seminary, formation is at the heart of our learning community. Your heart and mind will be equipped within the context of an intentional community. Learn more about becoming a student by visiting westernsem.edu/admissions.
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“As Christians, we are called to respond in wise compassion to the serious mental health challenges in our communities.”

On the blog, Dr. J. Todd Billings, Professor of Reformed Theology, shares how the new Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program integrates Christian formation and education amidst a divided cultural landscape.

Read the full story by visiting westernsem.edu/sowing-hope.
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Did you know that chapel services are livestreamed on Fridays during the academic year? Whether you join us in person or online, we invite you to visit wtsem.info/live to worship together as a community. ...

“Beyond simply providing students with the skills and knowledge to be competent counselors, our hope is that students will learn to be attuned to their own selves and stories while remaining anchored in God’s story of redemption and restoration.”

On the blog today, Dr. Elizabeth Pennock shares how the new Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program is designed to train students to help meet the need of caring for churches and communities.

To read the full story, visit westernsem.edu/hope-and-healing, or head to our website.
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