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39-537: Yangjae High School (YHS), part of Gangnam school district 8, is nearby Yangjae-dong and Torch Trinity Graduate University is located in Yangjae-dong. 35°10′N 126°24′E  /  35.167°N 126.400°E  / 35.167; 126.400 This Seoul location article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Torch Trinity Graduate University Torch Trinity Graduate University ( TTGU ; Korean :  횃불트리니티신학대학원대학교 )

78-646: A thesis . The MDiv is a requirement for ordination in many denominations. For example, the United Methodist Church , one of the largest Protestant Christian denominations in the US, whose students in 2014 made up nine percent of all MDiv students enrolled in schools accredited by the Association of Theological Schools, requires candidates for ordination as elder to earn an MDiv and requires candidates for ordination as deacon to earn either an MDiv or

117-491: A comprehensive study of the Bible, including the biblical languages (Hebrew and Greek), theology, church history, preaching and practical ministry, mission and evangelism, Christian education, and Christian counseling. The M.Div. is the minimum degree for ordination in most denominations and for entry into Ph.D. or Th.D. programs in theological studies. The Master of Education (MEd) is a 2-year program for full-time students and

156-422: A degree from each country. The international faculty consists of native Koreans, Korean-Americans, and non-Koreans. In addition, the school hires part-time instructors. Students can take classes from any of the thirteen adjuncts, who also have doctorates. Renowned guest professors and researchers are invited to teach modular courses at the end of each semester. Some of these visiting professors may also stay on for

195-480: A degree program as part-time students (if they apply full-time, they will be categorized as internationals). Torch Trinity holds classes during the day and evening. The following degrees and tracks are taught in English: The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) is a 3-year program that prepares graduates for pastoral, preaching, and teaching ministries either in the church or in the mission field. It offers

234-487: A doctoral degree from an accredited school. Students can choose to join either the English or Korean language programs. Strategic Mission Education and Adaptive Education: The school has adopted the "Strategic Mission and Adaptive Education" plan to meet four areas of the church today: Torch Trinity scholarships are given to students who help fulfill the school's aims. One of the most sought after scholarships includes

273-522: A highly specialized area for the purpose of advanced research and publication as well as a comprehensive knowledge of the discipline for teaching at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The Ph.D. requires a rigorous doctoral dissertation. Torch Trinity is accredited by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology , which is the only accrediting agency in the Republic of Korea. Internationally,

312-758: A master's degree in another field with additional theological studies. "The formal preparation of clergy began in the 16th century when the Roman Catholic Church created a new environment for the formation of priests called the seminary, which literally means “seedbed.” At the Council of Trent (1545–1563), the Roman Catholic Church officially adopted the term for a place where spiritual leaders would be developed. As education grew in Roman Catholic seminaries, they were later developed by Protestant denominations through universities. When Harvard College

351-899: A related field) and then three or four years of seminary or divinity school education leading to the MDiv. The MDiv stands in contrast to the Master of Arts (MA) in theology and Master of Theological Studies (MTS), the usual academic degrees in the subject (which tend not to include "pastoral" or "practical" courses), and the Bachelor of Sacred Theology (STB), Licentiate in Sacred Theology (STL), Master of Theology (MTh/ThM), Master of Sacred Theology (STM), and Master of Religion (MRel), which are also academic degrees. Schools with Pontifical faculties in North America often award both

390-418: A semester as visiting lecturers. Seminars are held throughout the school year by various guest speakers. The school hires part-time English instructors to assist students who struggle with the English language. These part-time English instructors are fully versed in the English language both in speaking and writing, have prior English teaching experience, and have earned, in the minimum, M.Div. degrees. Chapel

429-409: A thesis is optional. The Master of Theological Studies (MTS) is a 2-year program designed to provide a comprehensive survey of biblical studies, theology, and church history. Applied studies are available as electives. The MTS does not require biblical languages (Hebrew and Greek) or preaching. This degree does not usually qualify students for pastoral ordination. The Master of Theology (Th.M.)

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468-458: A thesis or two major academic papers. Doctoral programs more readily accept Th.M. over M.Div. graduates. The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) is a research terminal degree . Torch Trinity offers doctorates in four areas: Biblical Studies , Theological/Historical studies, Intercultural Studies, and Educational Studies. The Ph.D. is a 3-year doctoral program for academic research, publication, and teaching ministries. Graduates will gain competence in

507-430: Is a 2-year advanced program for M.Div. graduates to develop a high degree of competency in a specific field of specialization. Concentrations are available from all departments except Counseling. The degree is often viewed as a stepping-stone for doctoral studies and is thus ideal for a more rigorous and academic study of a specific area of biblical, theological, historical, or applied studies. The ThM program requires either

546-466: Is an evangelical graduate school and seminary in Yangjae-dong , Seocho District , Seoul , South Korea. It was formerly called Torch Trinity Graduate School of Theology ( TTGST ). The university commits itself to the cause of Christian missions, with an emphasis on training future leaders of the church from all over the world. Torch Trinity Graduate University was established in 1997 through

585-477: Is an evangelical, interdenominational institution. The Torch Trinity student body is drawn from the traditions of various Protestant denominations including Reformed/Presbyterian, Baptist, Independent Bible, Methodist, Pentecostal, and Episcopalian. Currently, there are over five hundred students enrolled at Torch Trinity from over thirty countries.[4] [5] The school offers six degree programs instructed by twenty-one full-time professors and thirteen adjuncts each with

624-518: Is geared for students who wish to work in primary or secondary schools. It has two tracks: Instruction and Administration. MEd students can also earn ACSI certification. The Master of Arts (MA) is a 2-year program designed to prepare graduates for professional ministry in either education or counseling. Both Christian Counseling and Christian Education programs fall under this degree. The MA begins with biblical and theological foundations and ends with practical/clinical training and experience. Writing

663-612: Is the centerpiece of worship, community, and spiritual life at Torch Trinity. Chapel services are held every Tuesday (English), Thursday (English & Korean), and Saturday (Korean). Students are required to attend two chapel services weekly, as well as participate in weekly small group meetings. Memberships and partnerships with external organizations include: the Overseas Council (OC), the International Council for Evangelical and Theological Education (ICETE),

702-592: The Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), the Association of Evangelical Theological Schools, and Refo 500. Torch Trinity is located in Seoul , the capital city of the Republic of Korea. Torch Trinity is easily accessible by public transportation. By Subway: Take the orange line (3) or the red line (Shin Bundang) to Yangjae Station, exit at gate 9, and walk south for approximately 500 meters. At

741-909: The Association of Theological Schools established the standard that all accredited MDiv programs should include the following four content areas: Religious Heritage, Cultural Context, Personal and Spiritual Formation, and Capacity for Ministerial and Public Leadership. Coursework usually includes studies in New Testament Greek , theology, philosophy , church history , pastoral theology , Hebrew Bible ( Old Testament ), and New Testament studies. The requirements for an MDiv take between three and four years, and include practical experience like most professional terminal degrees. Many programs also contain courses in church growth , ecclesiology , evangelism , systematic theology , Christian education , liturgical studies , Latin , Hebrew , canon law , and patristics . The degree may or may not include

780-475: The Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada accredits most Christian schools in North America and approves the degree programs they offer, including the MDiv. The MDiv is a significantly more extensive program than most taught (as opposed to research-based) master's degrees . In the United States, the degree typically consists of approximately 90 semester hours, as opposed to

819-457: The Bachelor of Divinity in most United States seminaries as the first professional degree , since the former title implied in the American academic system that it was on a par with a Bachelor of Arts or other basic undergraduate education even though a bachelor's degree previously was and remains a prerequisite for entrance into graduate divinity programs. The Commission on Accrediting of

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858-561: The Master of Divinity ( MDiv , magister divinitatis in Latin ) is the first professional degree of the pastoral profession in North America . It is the most common academic degree in seminaries and divinity schools (e.g. in 2014 nearly 44 percent of all US students in schools accredited by the Association of Theological Schools were enrolled in an MDiv program). In many Christian denominations and in some other religions,

897-505: The 30 to 48 semester hours typical of most master's degrees, or the approximately 60 semester hours typical of mental health counseling or entry-level social work master's degrees. Ordination in most mainline Protestant denominations and the Roman Catholic Church thus requires seven or eight years of education past high school: the first four in undergraduate studies leading to a bachelor's degree (which may or may not be in

936-640: The Library of Congress Classification (LCC) system. The catalog is accessible through the online service at the Torch Trinity Library's website Faculty members have strong ministry experiences either as ordained leaders or as laity. In terms of academics, every full-time professor and lecturer has a doctoral degree from an accredited school recognized by each school's national government (100% doctoral rate for full-time members). In addition, most have been educated in at least two countries, earning

975-597: The MDiv and STB at the same time after a three-year period of graduate studies. Although in 2014 women made up approximately 53 percent of all students enrolled in ministerial non-MDiv degree programs at US schools accredited by the Association of Theological Schools , they constituted only approximately 29 percent of all MDiv students in the same schools in that year. The group with the most parity in MDiv enrollment numbers between men and women at those schools in that time period were African American students, among whom enrollment numbers were almost equal between genders. For

1014-529: The Master of Divinity degree has seen a steady decline in enrollment. In comparison to 2021, the percentage dropped by 4% and declined 9% since 2018. While the percentage of enrollment in Theological Seminaries have Master of Divinity degrees as the majority enrollment, the decline from 43% to 35% in a decade indicate a concern for professionals in the field. The Master of Divinity has replaced

1053-664: The Master of Divinity degree, students can continue further and get their professional Doctor of Ministry degree but this is only an honorary degree in most countries. This is why the Master of Divinity is considered a terminal degree to become a pastor or minister, with the Ph.D. only being used for academic purposes and the Doctor of Ministry degree related more to the practical theology of ministry. Christian MDiv programs generally include studies in Christian ministry and theology. In 1996,

1092-558: The Torch Strategic Mission Scholarship (TSMS) which includes full tuition, room and board. Here, recipients are from the Majority World and they are called to serve in their respective countries upon graduation. TSMS is an integral part of Torch Trinity's mission to train and equip Christian leaders for those regions least penetrated by the gospel. Angel Projects: Between semesters, members of

1131-780: The contest, and the prizes are awarded to those submissions that demonstrate excellence in these areas. The Torch Trinity Library is the academic resource center for the school and provides abundant material for students to study and browse in a quiet, comfortable environment. Torch Trinity Library is one of the best theological libraries in Korea and now endeavors to become the best theological library in Asia. The facility houses some 60,000 books, more than half in English, over 310 domestic and international periodicals, some 5,300 dissertations and theses, over 800 micro-form resources, as well as numerous audio, video, and CD-ROM resource. The library uses

1170-410: The degree is the standard prerequisite for ordination or licensing to professional ministry. At accredited seminaries in the United States, this degree requires between 72 and 106 credit hours of study (72 being the minimum determined by academic accrediting agencies, and 106 being on the upper end of certain schools that wish to ensure a broader study of the related disciplines.) After the completion of

1209-791: The faculty take groups of students to visit alumni. These trips are called Angel Projects. Professors often give seminars on their specialized topics while students are able to learn first-hand how Christians propagate the gospel in a global context. Torch Trinity endeavors to stay connected to its graduates for mutual edification and to better learn how to meet the needs of Christians abroad. Torch Trinity offers six degree programs: M.Div., MEd, MA (in Christian Counseling and in Christian Education), MTS, Th.M., and Ph.D. Both Korean citizens and foreign/international students can apply. Expatriates living in Korea can also apply for

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1248-626: The next major intersection, turn right. Turn right at the first street and Torch Trinity is straight ahead about 200 meters. By Bus: Green Bus: 08, 18, 19, 20, 4417, 4421, 4422, 4423, 4432, 5411 Blue Bus: 140, 400, 470, 471 Red Bus: 1550, 9100, 9200, 9300, 9400, 9404, 9405, 9406, 9408, 9409, 9410, 9411, 9412, 9503, 9700 The nearest major bus stop is named Korean Educational Development Institute (KEDI, 교육개발원입구) 37°28′45.00″N 127°02′01.00″E  /  37.4791667°N 127.0336111°E  / 37.4791667; 127.0336111 Master of Divinity For graduate-level theological institutions,

1287-480: The partnership of the Korean Center for World Missions (Seoul, South Korea) and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (Deerfield, IL). Torch Trinity first opened its doors in 1998 with the purpose of educating, equipping, and sending Christian leaders and missionaries worldwide. Originally named Torch Trinity Graduate School of Theology (TTGST), the establishment of the school was pioneered by Hyung Ja Lee. She

1326-691: The school is accredited by the Asia Theological Association (ATA), an Asian accrediting body. Credits can be transferred in full to any school accredited by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) in North America. Torch Trinity graduates have been accepted for doctoral programs in the United States and the United Kingdom. Torch Trinity is also a member of the Korea Association of Accredited Theological Schools (KAATS). The U.S. military's G.I. Bill recognizes

1365-649: The school, allowing veterans to earn a graduate degree on the Korean peninsula. In addition, several members of Torch Trinity's alumni have become military chaplains . Among its student awards, the Torch Trinity awards a prize for Excellence in Preaching and a prize for Excellence in Writing in honor of the American theologian and author Frederick Buechner . A judging panel of faculty members and peers adjudicate

1404-413: Was founded in 1636, it was the first seminary prototype in North America. The goal of Puritan theological education at Harvard was to produce a pastor-theologian, or “learned clergy.” This has remained the goal of seminaries to this day. Most of these universities offered a bachelor of divinity degree as the primary degree for clergy preparation. In 1808, the first seminary to prepare Congregationalist clergy

1443-417: Was installed as the school's chairperson in 1997 and still holds this office today. Since its establishment, Torch Trinity has had six presidents. Deok Kyo Oh (2023–present), Yoon Hee Kim (2019–2023), Jung-Sook Lee (2015–2019), Sang Bok David Kim (1997-2001, 2011–2015), Kenneth M. Meyer (2001-2005), and Yong Jo Ha (2005-2011). After the sudden passing of President Ha, the founding president, Sangbok David Kim,

1482-484: Was reappointed as the fourth president (2011–2015). Under his leadership, the school changed its English appellation to Torch Trinity Graduate University to reflect a more accurate translation of the school's Korean name and added the Academic Building with new classrooms. Jung Sook Lee, the former vice president of Academic Development, was installed as the fifth president on September 1, 2015. Torch Trinity

1521-653: Was the Andover Theological Seminary. Andover’s founders fashioned the essential seminary experience for the next two centuries, which included a professional specialized faculty and a sizeable library. The 3-year curriculum focused on three areas of study: (1) the Bible, (2) church history, and (3) theology. In 1809, the Presbyterians in New Jersey established Princeton Seminary." In 2022, The Association of Theological Schools reported that

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