Stevenson School for Ministry

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Flexible online theological education for all Episcopalians wanting to explore their lifelong learning and vocational call.

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Formation Can Happen At Home

Explore how Stevenson provides high-quality, community-based programs and how the classes can fit into your busy schedule.

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HIGH QUALITY EDUCATION

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Flexible Formation For Your Formation

Grounded in Episcopal Tradition

We Episcopalians believe in following the teachings of Jesus Christ, whose life, death, and resurrection saved the world. At Stevenson, we welcome you, as you explore God’s call! We look forward to helping you create your formation journey.

High Quality Faculty & Courses

Stevenson provides a diverse faculty who are experts in their field of study. The offerings are consistently evaluated for content and how they fit with the course of study.

Significant Cost Savings Over a
Traditional Seminary

Take part in your formation journey while remaining part of your community and network. Stevenson provides a high-quality, low-cost alternative to the traditional three-year seminary program. Following your call and staying a part of your community can happen!

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The Rev. Kevin Barron

“Taking courses at The Stevenson School has profoundly affected my life and my faith journey. I have been able to see various perspectives and to really weave those things together.”

The Rev. Ted Christopher

“The Stevenson School is an extraordinary resource our diocese has. And it’s not just for members of our diocese…If you are a seeker, if you are a questioner, if you want to learn more, if you want to be provoked to think anew, if you just have questions about why we do the things the way we do them, the Stevenson School has something for you.”

The Rev. Barbara Hutchinson

“The reason I go to The Stevenson School is because people are really hungry, and each parish has its own context and way of learning and being together. But I have found to be particularly enlivening is that SSFM has been very willing to create with me a hybrid of courses offered so it will work in my particular context.”

The Rev. Bradley Mattson

“The Bishop Dean T. Stevenson School for Ministry has not only educated me but has also profoundly shaped my inner life, calling me to live out my ministry with authenticity and profound love. Here, the Gospel is embodied in every lesson and interaction, and has empowered me to share its transformative power with the world.”

At A Glance

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AVERAGE NUMBER OF
COURSES OFFERED PER TERM

4

PATHS OF LEARNING

100%

TRAINED IN PLACE

PATHS TO CERTIFICATION

Our programs prepare you for a lifetime of ministry, ready for ordination, ongoing formation, and meaningful service to the church.

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Faces of Stevenson

We believe furthering the mission and ministry of the Church is essential, which is why it is our mission to make theological education available to the Diocese of Central Pennsylvania and beyond.

The Rev. Dr. Luke Zerra

INTERIM DEAN

The Rev. Dr. Kevin Lowe

ASSOCIATE DEAN