Ordination Training

Full-time, Church-Based Ordination Training

Jesus trained his disciples by a blend of practice and thinking. He sent them out to proclaim and to demonstrate the Kingdom of God. He then brought them back together to think about what they had done and to spend time with him. That basic rhythm was the heart of the training he gave to his followers.

That’s also the basic method of ministry training we offer at St Paul’s Theological Centre, as part of St Mellitus College. This is a two- or three-year course where students are placed in vibrant churches for half of their time, learning practical skills of ministry ‘on the job’ and how a church works and grows, while studying in SPTC for the other half of their time from some of the best theological teachers in the UK. This enables a unique opportunity to learn ministry by doing it and thinking about it at the same time. You get first-rate academic study while learning how to grow a church in practice, and the chance to relate theory to practice in a way that is much closer to the way Jesus trained his followers than most other models of training.

If you would like any more information check out our FAQ section, or to attend one of our Open Mornings, please contact us on sptc@stmellitus.org. The next Open Days will take place on 25 January and 15 March 2010.