Ministry Training

The ministry degree program at Lexington Theological Seminary offers students preparation to become ordained ministers or priests in various Christian religious sects and traditions, to preach at churches or religious schools/organizations. Students seeking a divinity degree will have gained knowledge in the theology and polity of a particular church, church law, liturgy and ritual, principles of pastoral ministry, homiletics, evangelism, church/parish organization and management, Christian ethics, church history, and related studies. Get more details below including other Kentucky colleges that offer ministry training.

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Lexington Theological Seminary

100 Academic Pkwy, Grayson, KY

Lexington Theological Seminary is a Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliated school located in Lexington, Kentucky, which has a seminary for faith-filled students seeking to become priests. Lexington Theological Seminary enrolls about 60 students per year, providing a great atmosphere for learning. Lexington Theological Seminary has several programs to pick from. The more popular enrolled programs among individuals are shown below:

• Ministry
• Theology and Religious Vocations
• Theology

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by admissions officials.

Lexington Theological Seminary also provides student services including job placement opportunities and career guidance & assistance for students in need of help.

The Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools has accredited the education provided by Lexington Theological Seminary for over seven years. To read more and get consumer disclosures, please visit lextheo.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Ministry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lexington Theological Seminary has offered the following program levels for students:

• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Clergy

Description

Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, clergy employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024

Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).