Pentecostal Theological Seminary, Kottayam
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Pentecostal Theological Seminary, Kottayam formerly IPC Theological Seminary, Kottayam (IPCTSK) also known as the Kottayam Theological Seminary, is a Pentecostal theological seminary situated in, Kottayam, Kerala, India.[1][2] It provides undergraduate and postgraduate theological education in residential, distance and online modes, and operates under the auspices of the IPC Educational & Welfare Society in connection with the Indian Pentecostal Church of God.[3][4]
Kottayam Theological Seminary | |
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Other name | Kottayam Theological Seminary, IPC Theological Seminary, Kottayam |
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| Motto | "A workman that needeth not to be ashamed" |
| Type | Seminary |
| Established | 2001 |
Religious affiliation | Indian Pentecostal Church of God |
Academic affiliations | |
| Principal | Dr Abey Peter |
| Location | Puthuppally, Kottayam , Kerala , India |
| Campus | Suburban |
| Website | http://ipcseminary.com/ |
History
The seminary was established in the early 2000s by leaders associated with the Indian Pentecostal Church of God and allied organisations.[5][6] The seminary is administered by the IPC Educational & Welfare Society (IPCEWS), which represents churches and individuals connected with the IPC church.[7][8] Governance is exercised through an administrative council and an academic senate composed of church leaders and theological educators.[9] Dr. Idicheria Ninan, a New Testament scholar served as its founding principal.[10] IPCTSK is listed in regional and national theological directories and appears in the Asia Theological Association's institutional index.[11] The campus is located in Puthuppally, Kottayam,[12] and includes classrooms, a library, chapel, staff quarters and student residences. Campus life is structured around worship, spiritual formation and practical ministry engagement.[13]
Academic programmes
The seminary offers a range of academic programmes, including:[14]
- Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) – residential
- Master of Divinity (M.Div.) – residential, distance and online
- Master of Arts in Theological Studies – online
- Certificate-level courses (e.g. Certificate in Ministry; LEAD Institute short courses)
- Advanced and doctoral studies (e.g. Doctor of Ministry, D.Min.)
The curriculum emphasises biblical studies, missiology, pastoral formation, Pentecostal spirituality and leadership, with a stated institutional commitment to equipping students for Christian ministry and church planting.[15]
Accreditation and recognition
The seminary is accredited by the Asia Theological Association and by the General Presbytery and the General Council of the Indian Pentecostal Church of God.[12][16]