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The Seminary Beyond Walls Philosophy

Pathways for Baptismal Living educates, forms, and catalyzes the Body of Christ to blaze new pathways for prophetic and pastoral service in response to God’s call.

Our courses, workshops, events, and activities are designed so you can choose the combination and order that best suits your interests and needs. 

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Upcoming Courses

  • A group of people are gathered in a living room for Bible study.

    Biblical Studies in EcoJustice

    Oct 19-Nov 16, 2026

  • A crop of "The Creation of Adam" by Michelangelo showing God's hand reaching toward Adam's hand.

    Introducing Theology and Ethics

    Nov 8-Dec 12, 2026

  • A collage of images displaying different habitats and seasons.

    Prayers, Rituals, and Proclaiming Climate Justice and Spiritual Resilience

    Jan 4-Feb 8, 2027

  • A baptismal font.

    Foundations for Baptismal Living

    Jan 10-Feb 6, 2027

  • A person standing in the ocean shallows at sunset.

    Faith Formation Leaders Training

    Jan 10-Feb 15, 2027

  • Hands sorting cards.

    Evangelist Leadership Training

    Jan 10-Feb 20, 2027

  • Hands planting a seed in the earth.

    Pastoral Leader Training

    Jan 17-Mar 17, 2027

  • A group of people standing and singing from hymnals.

    Worship Leader Training

    Jan 24-Mar 20, 2027

  • A person sits facing toward a labyrinth made of stones.

    Discernment: Stepping Into Your Vocation as Lay, Deacon, or Priest

    Feb 7-Mar 7, 2027

  • Multiple hands from diverse skin tones reach forward to form a circle.

    Becoming Beloved Community

    Feb 7-Mar 20, 2027

  • A silhouetted person knees in a field with a sunset in the background..

    Episcopal Tradition: Prayer and Worship

    Feb 14-Mar 13, 2027

  • A hand points at a verse in the Bible.

    Engaging God's Story

    Feb 14-Mar 13, 2027

  • A split image showing a lone figure mourning ecological disaster and a family celebrating ecological harmony.

    EcoGrief, Resilience, and Joy

    Feb 15-Mar 15, 2027

  • A group of volunteers pose for the camera.

    Growing Relational Ministries

    Feb 21-Mar 20, 2027

  • Pride flags flap in the wind.

    Welcoming Gender Diversity

    Apr 4-May 18, 2027

  • A bare tree at dusk.

    Introduction to Pastoral Care

    Apr 4-May 23, 2027

  • An image of the consecration of Bishop Seabury.

    Episcopal Tradition: History & Polity

    Apr 4-May 1, 2027

  • A group of deacons.

    Mentoring Deacons

    Apr 11-May 23, 2027

  • An Indigenous man faces away from the camera toward a body of water.

    Exploring the Doctrine of Discovery

    Apr 12-May 10, 2027

  • A preacher in a pulpit faces a sanctuary.

    Preaching: Claiming Your Voice

    Apr 25-Jun 26, 2027

  • Personal Enrichment

    Deepen your faith, and claim your voice.

  • Leadership & Licensure

    Gain confidence, and redefine your leadership skills.

  • Churchwide Imperatives

    Satisfy church mandates for lay and ordained leaders.

  • Communities of Practice

    Receive support as a deacon, clergy spouse, or lay leader.

  • Continuing Education

    Stay up-to-date, and meet canonical requirements

  • Courses for Audit or Credit

    Deepen your knowledge and faith journey

Wondering where you are on your Christian journey?

Pathways was developed in response to “A Christian Life of Faith: Signs and Thresholds Along the Way,” which was endorsed by the Episcopal Church.

Interested in joining our community?

Interested in Pathways? Contact us at admissions@bexleyseabury.edu .