Virginia Beach Theological Seminary
Virginia Beach, VA2221 Centerville Turnpike, Virginia Beach, VA 23464-6847
757-479-3706
Virginia Beach Theological Seminary is a seminary of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The seminary offers the Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Christian Studies, and Doctor of Ministry degrees.
The seminary was founded in 1966 as the Norfolk campus of the Kentucky-based Lexington Theological Seminary. In 1971, the Virginia Beach campus was established as an independent institution, and in 1972 the name was changed to Virginia Beach-Norfolk Theological Seminary. The seminary moved to its current location in Virginia Beach in 1974.
The seminary is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
The seminary's mission is to "prepare men and women for Christian ministry in the Church and the world." The seminary offers a "broad and ecumenical curriculum" that "emphasizes the unity of the Church and the need for dialogue and cooperation among Christians."
The seminary's faculty includes scholars from a variety of disciplines, including biblical studies, theology, church history, ethics, and pastoral care. The seminary offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including a speaker series, concerts, and retreats.
The seminary has a strong commitment to social justice, and its students have been active in a variety of social justice initiatives, including Habitat for Humanity, the Virginia Beach Free Clinic, and the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy.
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 35
Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Main Website: https://www.vbts.edu/
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