Diploma in Anglican Studies
The Diploma in Anglican Studies (DAS) is a one year qualification designed to meet the needs of those seeking ordination in the Episcopal Church who have either completed a Master of Divinity in a non-Episcopal school or who have initially studied for ordination with a diocesan school or program. The DAS is also suitable for laity who want a foundational education in Anglican theology, spirituality, and polity.
The DAS is designed for flexibility to meet diocesan requirements as well as student interests. The program's director, Dr. Nathan Jennings, works individually with students in planning their year and helping them get the most of their time with us.
Field education is a vital component of all training for ordained ministry. Our professor of Contextual Theology, Kathleen Russell, works with the DAS students and a team of clergy supervisors to ensure the most pedagogically effective experience. DAS students also take up responsibilities for worship and preaching in the Seminary chapel. Opportunities exist for education, mandated by dioceses, in anti-racism, professional sexual ethics, "Safeguarding God's Children" and "Title IV".
Students interested in Christian Education and Youth Ministry may take courses with our professor in Christian Education and Youth Ministry, Dr. Jana Strukova. They will also benefit from access to the Texas Diocese Christian Foundation and Resource Center, opening on the Southwest campus in Fall 2009.
An Anglican Studies year is a rare opportunity to combine classroom study of Anglicanism with living and praying within an Episcopal community, being formed by its ethos and spirituality.
COURSES:
The Diploma in Anglican Studies requires a minimum of 24 credits. Students may extend their diploma to take further courses, over a longer period, if desired. For those not taking the DAS for the purpose of ordination, 24 credits may be taken in Anglican Faith and Practice.
Anglican Faith and Practice (12 credits)
Including courses in liturgy, Anglican theology, history, spirituality, and moral theology. In the case of students with only limited foundations in theology, general courses in bible and introductory theology may be recommended.
The Pastoral Arts (12 credits)
Including courses in homiletics, pastoral theology, Christian education, leadership, and field education. Those interested in cross-cultural ministry, with special reference to Hispanic communities may take our January placement and missiology course.
