Lifetime Theological Education

The Mission Statement of Virginia Theological Seminary emphasizes “the life of prayer, worship and community, the ministries of preaching, teaching, pastoral care and social justice.” Lifetime theological education at Virginia Seminary seeks to offer education and training for clergy and lay people in these areas of Christian faith and life. 

The Doctor of Ministry is a degree program designed for clergy with professional experience. Participants complete some of the work in residency and some at home. The program was revised 2000-2001 and we welcome your participation in this revised exciting program.  For those clergy and lay people who are interested in continuing their theological studies or in learning skills for leadership and ministry without receiving a degree, other options are available. 

The center for Lifetime Theological Education offers many different courses and seminars for clergy and lay leaders.  These events are set both on the campus and at other centers around the country.  We draw upon our own faculty and upon teachers and trainers from a wide variety of institutions and training organizations.  Participants who attend our events can expect excellent instructors and programs designed to enrich and enhance ministry.  Whether a program is on or off the campus the setting will always be comfortable and hospitable.  Guest houses on the campus are handsomely appointed rooms with private baths and air conditioning.  All participants are welcome to our regular worship in the chapel and are given full use of our theological library.  Please consult our current and upcoming offerings for programs to find what will suit your needs for continuing your lifetime theological education.

Many different courses are offered for lay and ordained people.   Click below information regarding course offerings.

The Rev. Barney Hawkins IV, bhawkins@vts.edu (703) 461-1754 

The Rev. Roger Ferlo, rferlo@vts.edu (703) 461-1755