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Augustinian Renaissance in Theology

Our program is aimed at anyone - from mothers and mechanics to painters and pastors - desiring deeper integration in their walk with Christ. Our learning pedagogy centers on the conviction that all should have access to theological education and draws on the rich tradition of Christian catechism. We are seeking to cultivate an Augustinian Renaissance in Theology (ART) which sees the heart, the seat of our desire, as at least as important as the mind and intellect in pursuit of God. We believe the completion of our program will result in people becoming heralds of this renaissance in their lives, local churches, and society, making the world a better place.

Program Pathways

We have been running the program from Nashville, TN for the last couple of years. This year, we are launching an online option for the program, specifically designed for those in Europe, but open to participants from all over the world. You can find out more here.

In addition to our one-year program running both online and in Nashville, we are also launching a three-year option for the program in partnership with two other organizations which will result in college credit and the opportunity to join a Masters in Theology program at the end. Find out more below.

ATS Certificate

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Certificate in Theological Discipleship

The completion of our one-year program results in receiving a Certificate in Theological Discipleship. This program is designed to grade for formation, not accreditation. The assessments are crafted to engage your heart and form your imagination to come to know God more fully. You can find more information below.

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Module facilitation

Once a week we gather for dinner and the facilitation of the four core modules of the program. Facilitation is two hours per week.

Integration Groups

Each participant will be placed in an integration group. This is the community where learning is embedded into everyday life.

Personal Study

Around 3 hours a week should be set aside for personal study time for reading or listening requirements and assessments.

Modules

Biblical Studies

Our biblical studies module is called 'The Story of the Bible.' It is a journey through the whole of the biblical meta-narrative that looks at the Bible as a story from creation to new creation.

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Church History & Ecclesiology

This module continues with 'The Story of the Church where we look how God is building His Kingdom through the local church. As we orient ourselves in church history, we will explore what this means for church practice today.

Theology Applied

The word theology simply means what we know about God. For many years, theology has often been seen as a dusty academic process, but we believe that theology is exciting. This module dives into the rich depths of theology, exploring how our understanding of God can be applied to both our personal lives and the world around us.

Theology of Wonder

We want to approach God with awe and wonder, even when we are studying. This module looks at the place of the arts and the imagination in how we come to know God and communicate our faith.

Integration Groups

As we learn, who are we becoming? Participants will be placed into an integration group. This is where learning and life come together. Each week, groups will discuss the modules, personal study plan, and a chapter from the integration group handbook. This book draws on devotional writing from throughout the history of the Church and across denominational lines.

Handbook:

Devotional Classics - Edited by Richard Foster and James Bryan Smith

Personal study

There is a personal study plan which runs through the whole year and provides a rich Christian literature. Participants will engage with authors from biblical times to today and from a wide range of theological perspectives. Over the year, critical thinking will become paired with devotional reading to provide a head and heart approach to build upon in the months and years ahead.

Schedule

September

October - December

January - March

April - June

Oxford

A Year of Life Together

The Story of the Bible

The Story of the Church

Theology Applied

Theology of Wonder

Oxford Trip

As part of the program, we complete the fourth "Theology of Wonder" module at Wycliffe Hall at the University of Oxford. This provides an amazing opportunity to engage with a renowned hub of learning and theological study.

Previous guests we have welcomed during this week are: John Lennox, Michael Ward, Joy Marie Clarkson, David Bennett, and Andrew Peterson.

Our Annual fees

Applications are now being received for the 2025/2026 Year which will begin in September. Click HERE to submit an application request.

$3000/year

What does this include?

- Course fees for the year

- Oxford trip*: fees for the week, room & board, breakfast, lunch, tours

- Access to our Student Website with resources and links for each course in the program.

- An ART Seminary notebook and one of the required books.

*Students are required to purchase their own travel to Oxford and the required books for the program.

Payment plan:

- $500 enrollment (Enrollment Fee Due by 9/1/2025)

- $250/month for 10 months (October 1, 2025 - July 1, 2026)

- Scholarships available

If you have any questions or would like to discuss payment options or plans with us, please reach out to Jeff (Jeff@theartseminary.com)

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