ChAPLAINCY
The Chaplaincy Track at Covenant Seminary equips students to serve Christ with theological and practical ministry understanding in military and civilian institutions.
Covenant Seminary has partnered with the Presbyterian and Reformed Commission on Chaplains and Military Personnel (PRCC) to offer the Chaplaincy Track as a concentration in the Master of Divinity degree.
The CHaplaincy Track
We train future chaplains through the chaplaincy track in the Master of Divinity program, available in residential or hybrid formats. In either modality, students in the chaplaincy track will take online courses taught by experienced chaplains that engage the call and practice of chaplaincy specifically and complete three-fourths of their required field education hours at an approved chaplaincy site.
Chaplaincy Courses
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Introduction to Chaplaincy
Study the theological and practical foundations of chaplaincy ministry to develop a biblical understanding of calling to this mission field and ministry. Emerge knowledgeable of the domains of chaplaincy and the skills required for faithful chaplaincy ministry.
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Institutional Ministry for Chaplains
Explore what it means to make an impact in challenging mission environments like war-fighting institutions, law enforcement, or hospitals; how to develop a language and topics to facilitate evangelization in these secular environments; and how to deepen trust in God in all aspects of life as an ambassador for Christ.
ENDORSEMENT
Covenant Seminary has partnered with Mission to North America (MNA) and the Presbyterian and Reformed Commission on Chaplains and Military Personnel (PRCC) to offer the Chaplaincy Track. Chaplaincy classes are taught by PRCC endorsers. Students seeking ordination and chaplaincy in the PCA will pursue endorsement from PRCC. Specific endorsement equirements vary by denomination.
RESIDENTIAL STUDY Option
Ideal for:
Future chaplains not currently in ministry and able to relocate to St. Louis.
St. Louis-area students seeking chaplaincy training while engaged in local ministry.
Take advantage of the Seminary’s location in a region rich with churches, ministries, and other opportunities through which to serve and grow in the midst of a strong learning community.
Hybrid Study Option
Ideal for:
Anyone desiring MDiv-level chaplaincy training but unable to relocate to St. Louis.
Those seeking to integrate such training with their current ministry involvement wherever they are.
Designed to be completed in five years without relocating, but includes at least six visits to St. Louis and other cities for week-long intensive coursework.
Scholarships
Financial aid is available to help students in the Chaplaincy Track to graduate with minimal or no debt.
Course OverviewS
See a detailed course overviews for the Chaplaincy Track, as well as other degree program details.
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The need is great for chaplains who minister the love of Christ in military and other institutional settings. Through the Chaplaincy Track at Covenant Seminary, we seek to raise up workers for this rapidly growing mission field. Are you ready to begin the training and equipping process for chaplaincy?