SAN ANTONIO, Texas, United States, Sept. 8, 2026. Fletcher Seminary enrollment is open for its Fall 2026 term. Five graduate courses and three certificate courses are offered as the seminary enters its sixth academic year of preparing servant leaders for ministry in a changing world.
“Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up? The Gospels as Communal Pastoral Responses,” Dr. Greg Zuschlag, Thursdays beginning Sept. 24 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Central. The course asks why the New Testament preserves four distinct accounts of Jesus, using that question to strengthen pastoral care and preaching. (For graduate credit, 12 weeks; for certificate or audit, 8 weeks.)
“Coaching and a New Kind of Christian Leadership in Ministry,” Brian Harfst of Integer Network, Mondays beginning Oct. 5 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Central. The course introduces coaching mindsets and skills ministers can apply to preaching, teaching and navigating conflict. (For graduate credit, 12 weeks; for certificate or audit, 8 weeks.)
“Compassionate Conversations,” Louwrens and Gerda Scheepers of Integer Network, Saturdays beginning Oct. 3 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Central. This course builds tools for safer, more empathetic communication in ministry and daily life. (For graduate credit, 12 weeks; for certificate or audit, 8 weeks.)
“Ministry Supervision II,” Rev. Chance Martinez-Colon and Dr. Dan R. Stiver. (Graduate credit only, prerequisites required.)
“Denominational History and Polity,” Dr. Toni Hawkins and Dr. Stiver. (Graduate credit only, prerequisites required.)
Fletcher offers generous scholarships. Prospective students are encouraged to inquire about financial aid.
We believe theological education should not be a financial burden, and Fletcher remains committed to affordable, world-class education that sets students up for longevity in ministry.
Current students can enroll by logging into Populi.
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