by Rev. Dr. John Karn
Dean of Emerson Theological Institute

As a graduate and representative of Emerson Theological Institute, I love knowing that the school has been accredited by the prestigious Accrediting Commission International organization for the last 30 years and consistently achieves the highest level of accreditation they offer. This month, they will be at our Oakhurst, California, office to do an onsite review. Your prayers are welcomed for another outstanding rating.

Emerson desires to adapt to the needs of a new generation of Truth seekers. There are fewer and fewer candidates for pulpit ministry, though we continue to offer that course of study. This new breed of students desires a degree or a credential to support them on their journey to becoming a Thought Leader or Spiritual Teacher. Dr. Melissa Higginbotham, Emerson’s Director of Education, has created a variety of new courses to meet those needs.

I believe our path is to nurture them as they allow the Presence of Creativity to express through them in the form of books, workshops, art, spiritual curriculum, and/or inspirational speaking. What about a spiritual techy person? We have support in that area as well.

Whatever form Creation wishes to take through our students, we are stepping up to serve so that Spirit gets the opportunity to become anchored more fully in the physical world.

To this end, we’ve added the position of Visiting Faculty. These are experts in various areas that are willing to share their expertise with our students in profound ways. I see this area as having great potential for growth.

We are excited about the trajectory Emerson is on, and I invite you to peruse our website to see all that we have to offer.