Grebel Fund - Theological Studies

"The MTS program has collectively shaped an inspiring community of faith and learning." - Christa Van Daele, MTS Student.

MTS alumni are living out their vocations and making an impact in their community – as pastors, lay ministers, chaplains, spiritual directors, doctors, executive directors, musicians, scholars, authors, and business owners.

Please consider a gift to the Annual Grebel Fund this year. You can help provide scholarships, resources, and mentorship for the next generation of theological and community leaders.

Support Theological Studies

Your support for the Master of Theological Studies program will make it possible to:

  • provide funds for Full-Time Scholarship awards
  • fund mentorship and leadership training for students in the ministry option
  • support networking opportunities for students
  • bring in guest lecturers

Your support for the Grebel Fund will make it possible to:

  • offer quality academic programs
  • nurture leadership development
  • reach our departmental goal of $10,000 

GIVE STUDENTS THE OPPORTUNITY TO DEEPEN THEIR UNDERSTANDING

“Being able to engage in critical scholarship has enriched my understanding of the Bible, its worldview, and how I live the Gospel in the modern world,” said Devan, a Master of Theological Studies student.

He is especially appreciative of the scholarships that have allowed him to immerse himself in his studies without worrying about financial constraints. “This has allowed me to engage more fully in academic and community life in the MTS program and discern my future vocation.”

To learn more about how your gift to graduate Theological Studies will impact Grebel students, contact Fred W. Martin, Director of Advancement.
519-885-0220 x24381

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Make a credit card donation on Grebels pledge page. Simply select the fund at Grebel you wish to support and fill in your details. Your receipt for online donations will come from the University of Waterloo. Thanks!

Grebel's Master of Theological Studies program is careful to include indigenous perspectives in the curriculum. This is part of the College’s commitment to following Call to Action #60 of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission that addresses theological schools and “the need to respect Indigenous spirituality in its own right.” In particular, courses like TS 732 - “Theologies of the Global South,” and TS 733 - “Indigenous Theologies and Methods” explore Indigenous theologies with attention to experience, history, the nature of the spiritual, key figures, and important themes. MTS students who have taken these courses reflected on some of their key learnings. 

Mollee

I am very fortunate to be part of a caring and generous community that chooses to support those of us who struggle with finances to pay for higher education. The scholarships from Grebel have made it possible for me to be in the MTS program. I believe that it is important for me as a leader in my faith community to gain knowledge in Biblical studies so that I can use it help first myself and then others grow in our faith. I think that the MTS program has equipped me to be a better leader.

MOLLEE MOUA, Master of Theological Studies

After years of encountering challenging, powerful, and revolutionary ideas about the problems in the world and the ways of thinking required to address them, I'm finally getting the chance to sit down, study, discuss, and imagine how these all connect together. Grebel is connecting me with classmates who share what they know, challenge my conclusions, and join the dots between faith, theory, and practice. And I cant wait to see what happens when we get together in person!

PETER HARESNAPE, Master of Theological Studies

Rebecca Booker

“When I began studying at Grebel, I had been working in Kitchener-Waterloo for several years as a freelance pianist and a church musician. I sensed that I had more to offer my faith community. My hope is that the Master of Theological Studies will help me to develop my calling as a worship pastor, while continuing to serve the wider community as a musician. I have already seen much fruit, both in my ministry and in my personal life, as a result of my coursework, my supervised ministry experience, and my participation in the Grebel community. This term is different and challenging, but I sincerely hope that in the future I will be able to draw from a deeper well of wisdom and compassion because of the hard lessons that we are learning together during this pandemic.”

—  REBECCA BOOKER, Master of Theological Studies