Northwind Theological Seminary
Open and Relational Theology
with
Thomas J. Oord, Ph.D.
Semiotics
with
Len Sweet, Ph.D.
Urban Religion
with
Bishop Alfred Johnson, D.Min
Hilliard Sweet Fellows
with
Bishop Donald Hilliard, D.Min
New for 2025 - Monthly Degree Meetings
MSMin 1st Thursday @ 4 PM ET DSMin 2nd Thursday @ 4 PM ET
MA/MAL 3rd Thursday @ 4 PM ET DMin 4th Thursday @ 4 PM ET
2025 Gathering and Graduation Experience - CLICK for event information
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
Len Sweet's new book
Decoding the Divine
Join the Inauguaral Cohort
Decoding the Divine is a masterclass in seeing the unseen, hearing the unheard, and discerning the whispers of God in the chaos of culture. With his unparalleled insight, Sweet not only unravels the mysteries of our time but equips us to step into them with courage and clarity.
Here’s an invitation you can’t ignore: Join Len Sweet’s Decoding the Divine Fellows Cohort at Northwind Theological Seminary. This isn’t your average doctoral program—it’s a two-year, warp-speed journey into the mind of a genius. You’ll wrestle with the invisible threads tying your ministry to the sacred, guided by Len himself. Picture this: an exclusive, face-to-face Advance at his home and retreat center on Orcas Island, WA, surrounded by fellow trailblazers in the Doctor of Theology and Ministry, Doctor of Theology, or Post-Doctoral tracks.
Len Sweet doesn’t just teach—he transforms. Want to decode the hidden forces shaping faith, culture, and your calling? Want to study with a visionary who’s been called “one of the greatest minds of our era”? This is your shot. Don’t let it slip by.
For the first time ever, Northwind Seminary has implemented a doctoral degree pathway for local pastors. This Dual Degree Pathway includes: Master in Specialized Ministry and Doctor in Theology & Ministry. You can complete a Master in Specialized Ministry by transferring Advanced Course of Study credits and completing a Capstone Paper. If pursuing a doctoral degree with me in semiotics, church and culture, there is a 100% scholarship for the Master's degree portion of the dual degree pathway.
WHAT DO STUDENTS SAY?
Dig Deep, Tend the Soil, Help Newness Emerge
by Catherine Lawton
How do faith-based writers and publishers sustain hope, creativity, and authenticity while seeking to influence readers in a postmodern, increasingly secular and technological world?
This book is for faith-based authors desiring fresh perspectives and practices in their writing life—and for those looking to effectively publish. In a mix of research, memoir, and poetic styles, seasoned author and publisher Catherine Lawton offers a lush garden of inspiration for connecting with readers today.
Cathy is a graduate of the Master in Speciaized Ministry (MSMin).
She is the Editor of Student Publications for Northwind Press.
She is the Publisher/Editor for
Cladach Publishing
Northwind offers a new style of online learning: Guided Education
When most people think of seminary courses, they envision a professor standing at the front of a classroom, giving lectures and facilitating discussions. While this can be an effective method of teaching, it is not the only way. At Northwind Theological Seminary, courses are designed to be taken by individual students anywhere with wifi, at their own pace, on any device they choose.
Northwind's teaching philosophy is called Guided Education, which is based on Competency-Based Theological Education. Faculty mentors vet resources, organize learning, and guide students through Video-Lecture Courses, Tutorial Courses, and Oxford-Style Courses, allowing students to learn in a way that works best for them.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Start your online
courses at any time
Study on a schedule that fits your life
Faculty Mentors
Zoom with your
Faculty Mentor
Oxford-Style Courses
READ|REFLECT|WRITE
COURSE LENGTH
3-credit courses
are 30-90 days
6-credit courses
are 60-120-days.
Northwind Seminary is a Contextualization Partner with Kairos University