Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary

The Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary (RPTS) is a Reformed Presbyterian seminary in Point Breeze, Pennsylvania. RPTS is a ministry of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America and was founded in 1810, making it the fifth oldest seminary in the United States.

Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary
TypeReformed Presbyterian seminary
Established1810 (1810)
Religious affiliation
Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America
PresidentBarry York
Location
Pittsburgh
,
Pennsylvania
,
United States
CampusUrban
AffiliationsReformed Presbyterian
Websitewww.rpts.edu
Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary

History

Soon after the organization in 1798 of what is now called the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America (in Philadelphia), steps were taken to establish a seminary for the education of its students of theology. Classes commenced in 1810, making RPTS the fifth oldest seminary in the United States. During its first 46 years, RPTS shifted to at least five different locations in several states; In 1856, the seminary relocated to the North Side of Pittsburgh and then settled in a brick mansion on Pittsburgh’s East End in 1923 where it has remained.

Academics

RPTS is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). It offers the graduate degrees in religion as well as certifications.[1] All RPTS faculty have significant "field" experience in the church; therefore, classes are taught from the pastoral perspective. This emphasis is highlighted by RPTS’s brand statement: "Study under pastors".

RPTS also works closely with Kobe Theological Hall, its sister institution in Japan.

References
  1. Association of Theological Schools

This article is issued from Wikipedia. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.