Education & Preparation

Andover Newton Seminary focuses on preparing religious leaders for service in locally-governed faith communities, including (but not limited to) United Church of Christ and American Baptist Churches (USA) congregations. Andover Newton promotes love for congregations in the entire YDS community, provides specific programs for those exploring or living into such a call, and creates new knowledge about the art and craft of congregational ministry.

Curriculum

The Curriculum for the Andover Newton Diploma Program was approved by the faculty in May, 2018.

Study Opportunities

Border-Crossing Immersion is not just an overseas trip for theological students, it is a way of being and a way of learning.

Professional Networking

Andover Newton maintains active ties with denominational leaders in the American Baptist Churches (USA) and the United Church of Christ.

Professional Development

Through annual lectures and workshops, Andover Newton Seminary provides some resources to the wider community of religious leaders.

Andover Newton Fellows

Andover Newton Fellows are a diverse group of practicing ministers who serve in a variety of settings.

Andover Newton Theological School in Newton, MA (Class of 2019)

Although Andover Newton no longer offers educational programs in its former Newton, MA location, students who were on the cusp of finishing their degrees before those programs were discontinued have the option of completing their degrees through June, 2019 using courses from other accredited seminaries.