Special Programs & Institutes

Preparing for ministry does not start or stop with a seminary degree. That's why Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary offers programs that serve more than just master's level students.

For people looking for non-traditional or non-degree programs and continuing education in church leadership, worship, preaching, pastoral counseling, theological studies and peace and justice, explore what AMBS offers here.

Church Leadership Center coordinates non-degree programs for youth, for pastors, for congregational leaders and for people who want an intermediate step before seminary study.

Institute of Mennonite Studies offers publications, books and consultations exploring faith, values and theology from an Anabaptist perspective.

Mission Studies Center assists in preparing people for Christian mission service in different parts of the world and publishes Mission Focus: Annual Review.

!Explore: A Theological Program for High School Youth introduces youth to theological study and encourages them to listen for God's call to ministry.

Speakers Bureau encourages churches and organizations to invite a seminary speaker to share insights and inspiration on topics about which they are passionate.

Through these avenues, AMBS serves:

• pastors who seek renewal and refershment for their ministry.
• pastors called to ministry who do not have an undergraduate degree.
• youth exploring whether ministry and seminary study is in their future.
• mission workers preparing for specialized ministries in other parts of the world.
• all in the church who are looking for resources from AMBS faculty for their vocations and their personal enrichment.

See links at the left for the programs and institutes that meet these differing needs.