Empowering Future Leaders in Ministry

Conrad Grebel University College Release

“The MTS program equipped me to be a better leader,” shared recent Master of Theological Studies graduate, Mollee Moua. “I also believe that the MTS program taught me to be a better follower of Jesus Christ by helping me to explore who God is calling me to be and to not constrain myself to the expectations of others or even myself.”

Conrad Grebel University College offers a two-year Master of Theological Studies degree. It is open to people from a range of academic backgrounds and is designed for those who may be exploring vocations of ministry and service, those preparing for pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, or further graduate studies, and those seeking personal enrichment.

“Students are often drawn to our program because they want to study the Bible, Christian theology, church history, and the practice of ministry in an interdisciplinary and ecumenical setting,” explained program Director Carol Penner. “I love walking with students in the classroom as they delve into academic study, and as they practice ministry skills in other settings.”

The MTS program encourages frequent interaction with faculty in small classes, and offers access to extensive library resources, study and social spaces. MTS students choose from three program options: coursework, applied studies, or thesis to tailor their degree to specific interests and vocations.

Grebel has cooperative arrangements with AMBS and CMU that allow students to finish an MDiv in one additional year after graduating with an MTS. Plus, all full-time Canadian/permanent resident MTS students are eligible for full tuition scholarships.

Caption: Carol Penner (right) teaches and writes in the area of practical theology and is Director and Assistant Professor of Theological Studies at Conrad Grebel University College.