Grace Theological Seminary
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| Motto | Character, Competence, Service |
| Established | 1937 |
| Type | private coeducational |
| Endowment | $8.8 million[1] |
| President | Dr. Ronald E. Manahan |
| Provost | Dr. William J. Katip |
| Dean | Dr. Jeffrey A. Gill |
| Academic staff | 8 full, 7 other |
| Students | 160 |
| Location | Winona Lake, IN, USA |
| Campus | rural: 165 acre (0.667 km²) |
| Affiliations | Fellowship of Grace Brethren Churches |
| Website |
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Grace Theological Seminary (GTS) is an evangelical Christian seminary located in Winona Lake, Indiana. GTS is joined with Grace College and is associated with the Fellowship of Grace Brethren Churches. The seminary enjoys a history that dates back to its 1937[2] organization by Alva J. McClain,[3] the founder and first president. Its mission statement is: "Grace Theological Seminary is a learning community dedicated to teaching, training, and transforming the whole person for local church and global ministry."[4] The seminary received school accreditation by the North Central Association and is a candidate for accreditation by the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada.[1].
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[edit] History of Grace Theological Seminary
Grace Theological Seminary's early beginnings were from the roots of the Schwarzenau Brethren in Schwarzenau, Germany whose beliefs were Anabaptist and Pietistic.[5]
[edit] Some Notable Alumni
- Dr. Robert Clouse, Professor Emeritus at Indiana State University, author and leading expert in millennial thought and eschatological studies
- Dr. Gary Cohen, President Emeritus of Cohen Theological Seminary
- Neil Cole, Executive Director of Church Multiplication Associates, Author of "Organic Church," "Cultivating A Life for God," "Church 3.0," and "Journeys To Significance."
- Dr. Ed Hindson, American Christian evangelist and host of syndicated show The King Is Coming
- Dr. David Hocking, Christian Bible teacher and host of Hope for Today radio program
- Dr. Homer Kent, author, theologian.
- Dr. Rolland D. McCune, Systematic Theology theologian and former President of Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary
- Dr. Les Lofquist, IFCA International Executive Director
- Dr. John Whitcomb, Old Testament theologian and young Earth creationist.
[edit] References
- ^ "US News Education, #35 Regional Colleges (Midwest)". U.S. News & World Report. http://colleges.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-colleges/grace-college-and-seminary-1800. Retrieved 2011-08-27.
- ^ Church of the Brethren Network: Brethren Encyclopedia. "Feature: Brethren World Assembly". Retrieved Dec. 15, 2005.
- ^ Believer's Web website "Alva J McClain,1888-1968, Grace Theological Semin.". Retrieved Dec. 15, 2005.
- ^ Grace College and Seminary website. "Dean of Seminary". Retrieved Dec. 14, 2005.
- ^ "Charis". Grace Theological Seminary. http://hickory.palni.edu:4505/F/8NK34XFUL7IH2AQGJMH52I1KS7KLYKLD1JYGTVRAVT37DX8H9K-14036?func=full-set-set&set_number=004617&set_entry=000003&format=999. Retrieved 2007-08-23.
[edit] See also
- Billy Sunday Famous evangelist who lived in Winona Lake, Indiana.
[edit] External links
- Grace Theological Seminary (official site)
