Theologically:

• Anchored in the orthodox Christian faith as found in Holy Scripture and the classic creeds of the Church
• Particularized in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition, drawing foundationally on the thought and practice of John Wesley and the theological traditions and churches in this heritage
• Engaging the full spectrum of Christianity in a catholic spirit

Pedagogically:

• Communal–the foundational residential seminars provide significant opportunity for fellowship and accountability with other ministers
• Flexible–the elective seminar and Pastoral Research Project components allow for the crafting of a personalized emphasis
• Practical–principles of adult learning inform an action-reflection educational model where theology is applied to ministry practice and vice-versa
• Formational–the person you are becoming in Christ is affirmed and nurtured