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Introducing the MA in Social Justice
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This two-year professional master’s degree takes full advantage of MTSO’s unique ethos.
Introducing the MA in Social Justice
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Master of Divinity, MA in Counseling Ministries, MA in Practical Theology, MA in Social Justice, Master of Theological Studies and Doctor of Ministry.
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Our campus has a farm. Naturally.

MTSO is deeply invested in ecotheology and the care of creation. Nowhere is our commitment more evident than in Seminary Hill Farm, providing delicious, USDA-certified organic food to those on campus and beyond.

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Announcing the MA in Social Justice degree
Announcing the MA in Social Justice degree
This is is the right time. This is the right school. Classes for MTSO’s newly announced Master of Arts in Social Justice begin in the fall.
Amidst Europe’s refuge crisis, Christianity at its best
Amidst Europe’s refuge crisis, Christianity at its best
Associate Professor of Pastoral Care and Counseling Francesca Nuzzolese reflects on her time at Casa Delle Culture, a Methodist refugee center in Sicily.
MTSO board acts to support the Coalition of Immokalee Workers
MTSO board acts to support the Coalition of Immokalee Workers' Campaign for Fair Food
In joining other religious organizations, MTSO seeks to ensure livable wages and humane working conditions for farm workers.
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Jan 13–Jan 16
UMC LEAD Conference
MTSO will be in New Orleans for UMC LEAD, which focuses on leadership, theology, worship, mission and innovation within the United Methodist Church.
Jan 28
Scholarship application deadline
Thinking seminary for the fall of 2019? Apply for a premiere scholarship now. Our average non-loan aid award is $10,500 per year. Don't miss out.
Feb 12–Feb 13
Schooler Institute on Preaching
Author, scholar and renowned preacher Frank A. Thomas will offer Schooler Institute participants insights from his latest book, “How to Preach a Dangerous Sermon,” and upcoming book, “How to Survive a Dangerous Sermon.”