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Doctor of Ministry
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Application deadline is May 15, 2010. Updated January 11: This cohort will meet in Saco, Maine. The monthly seminars will be held at First Parish UCC in Saco. The week-long intensives will meet at the Bangor campus.
We will be hosting informational meetings during the semester. Each session will begin at 11:00 a.m. and end by 2:00 p.m. (at the latest). Lunch will be provided. These informal sessions will provide opportunities to learn about the program requirements and curriculum in more detail. A current D.Min. student and/or a graduate of the program will be on hand to share their experiences and to be a resource. The application process as well as scholarships and financial aid will also be discussed. The intensive/seminar meeting dates for 2010-2011 are:
The program The Doctor of Ministry program at Bangor Theological Seminary is designed for seasoned practitioners who have a common goal: to revitalize their congregational or community-based ministries.
The program offers challenging coursework that builds on experience. It emphasizes theological reflection and inquiry -- and lively interaction among you, our degree candidates, and seminary faculty. And, it provides an invaluable opportunity to form lasting friendships and deepen worship life as you relate new concepts and ideas directly to your ministry.
The experience You’ll enjoy a variety of educational experiences including text studies, seminars, lectures, and workshops. As part of a colleague group, you’ll work closely with fellow religious leaders, discussing each other’s ministries and exploring recent developments in related academic fields.
We’ve designed the Doctor of Ministry program so it can be completed in three years, following a manageable schedule. The first year begins with an intensive weeklong orientation session during August, continues with four two-day seminars each semester, and ends with another intensive weeklong session in June. The second year follows the same schedule. During the third year, however, you’ll focus on your capstone project, designed by you to revitalize your specific ministry.
Click here for a full description: D.Min Curriculum
Application Process
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application (PDF) Financial Aid application materials D.Min. Applicants to BTS must complete:An application form with $50 application fee which will also include: · official transcripts from all institutions previously attended · a recent sermon (no tapes) · a recent annual report to the congregation · a recent church bulletin · a recent church newsletter · Four letters of supportive reference in which assessment is made of the applicant's ministerial practice. · A personal statement which may focus on such things as your short-and-long-range vocational plans; an assessment of the major strengths and weaknesses of your ministry; or any reading or independent research projects in which you have been recently engaged. Of particular interest is the extent to which you see your ministry and your congregation benefiting from an extensive program of study. Note: Two interviews and a criminal background check are required of all applicants. For an application or more information, contact the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid at 1-800-287-6781 ext 126, or request information online
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