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St. James the Elder Theological Seminary

ON-LINE SEMINARY OUR CHURCH ABUSE COUNSELING Honorary Doctorates Application Guidelines Accreditation DIPLOMATE The Saint Vital Links Fr. Ewart's Resume M.A.-Ph.D. in Christian Counseling THE MAKING OF A COUNSELOR Master's--D.Min Bachelor's in Christian Education

The Seminary: Solid Credibility, Very Low Cost. Accepted by the State of Florida to Confer Degrees up to and Including the Doctorate

FROM CERTIFICATE TO DOCTORATE... Every program designed for the individual, according to what you've already accomplished.

Open to all denominations, men and women. Perhaps it is time to be recognized for your dedication to Christ and for studying to “show thyself approved”. Do many other people hold degrees for less than you've accomplished? Would a seminary degree increase your effectiveness in service or provide more ways to honor your Savior?


Yes, we welcome all Christians with open arms and the love of Christ. We rejoice with every new student.

Damos la bienvenida especialmente a estudiantes que se comunican en español. Para recibir evaluación apropiada, sin embargo, todas las tareas deben ser sometidas en inglés. Buscamos a un traductor que nos ayude voluntariamente comunicar mejor con nuestros queridos amigos Latinos.

Most Rev. J. Paul A. Boucher, D.D. ("Patriarch Michael"), Catholic Charismatic    Church, Provost
Most Rev. Robert J. Russell, D.D.,  Bishop, Diocese of St. Anthony, Overseer
Rev. Fr. Heyward B. Ewart, III, Ph.D.,  President/Academic Dean
(click here for resume) (click here for articles)
Rev. Dr. Dan L. Edmunds, Ed.D.,  Professor:
     Human Services
     Religious Studies
Most Rev. Robert Ortega, D.D., Bishop,
Dioceses of the Southwest in El Paso, Texas;
Professor:
Adminstrative Studies
Rev. Fr. John E. Montanez, B.S.N, Diplomate, COPI;  Professor:
Biblical Studies
Multi-linguistics
(Interpreter and advisor to Spanish-speaking students)
(Intérprete y consejero a los estudiantes de habla hispana)

Offering highly respected credentials in applied theology,

Incuding M.A.-PH.D. IN CHRISTIAN COUNSELING (Click here)

and  MASTER'S-DOCTORATE IN MINISTRY (click here)

Clergy Preparation: This program is offered by the Clergy Formation Center of the Catholic Charismatic Church, Most Rev. J. Paul A. Boucher, D.D., Patriarch. It is intended as preparation for ordination, first to minor orders and later to the priesthood. The cost is $35 to start, then $5 per lesson--total 28 lessons. You may progress at your own pace.

Course in the Holy Spirit: $150 total. Highly recommended for everyone, including those already ordained to the priesthood. A deeply enriching experience.

[For the above two offerings, contact the Patriarch directly at patriarchccc@hotmail.com.]

FOR THE LISTINGS BELOW, CONTACT FR. EWART.

Qualifying for Ordination by Examination: If you believe you have adequate knowledge and experience in the Catholic faith already, contact Fr. Ewart at 904-724-3536 or heywardewart@bellsouth.net. You will be mailed an application immediately, without charge. Clearly specify that you want to qualify by examination. Send the application with $35 to the address on the application. [Some select candidates, such as those holding current acceptable faculties, may not be required to complete the examination.]

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS ($75 plus study materials)
-Autism and Relational Approaches
-Ethics in Practice
-Comparative Religious Studies
-Eastern/Byzantine Christian Studies
-Psychosocial Approaches towards Serious Emotional Disturbance
  [Professor Dan Edmunds, Ed.D., is the curriculum advisor for the above.]

-Child and Domestic Abuse [Fr. Ewart]

 

DEGREE PROGRAMS

Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) or B.A.

Master of Theology (M.Th.) or M.A.

Master of Divinity (M.Div.)

Doctor of Theology (Th.D.)--Research-based

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)--Research-based, restricted to religious  field; for example, Christian Counseling

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)--Based heavily on practical application

Free-standing or in one of the following specialties:

Ministry (to prepare for or enhance ordination)
Counseling (with optional concentration in child and domestic abuse)
Criminal Justice
Administration
Education
Fine Arts
Performing Arts
Media Communications (journalists and authors) 
Youth or Adult Services
Church History
Christian Health Care (including social work,
    naturopathic medicine, nursing, and others)
Others upon reasonable request. However, all degree titles
    must include the word "Christian", "Spiritual", or some
    other religious term.

HONORARY DOCTORATES (click)

  • D.Sc. (h.c.), D.D. plus Litt.D., L.L.D, D.H.L.
    For outstanding humanitarian service (by nomination through a second party or initiated by the Seminary itself). There is no fee, but donations are encouraged. Self-nomination is not permitted, but you may be nominated by someone who knows you well.

 

The Process...

REQUIREMENTS 

B.Th.

  1. Associate degree or occupational certification.

  2. Pertinent life/work experience of two years, including some form of ministry or humanitarian service, verified in some appropriate way.

  3. An essay or research project of at least 30 pages.

  4. Supplemental assignments, such as directed reading or research, to meet individual needs.

  5. Two letters of recommendation by priests, bishops, or similar Protestant rank who have first-hand knowledge of your character and qualifications.


M.Th.

  1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Accreditation is not necessary so long as the certificate is credible and respected.

  2. Pertinent life/work experience of three years, including some form of ministry or humanitarian service, verified.

  3. An essay, book, or research paper of at least 60 pages.

  4. Supplemental assignments, such as directed reading or research, to meet individual needs.

  5. Three letters of recommendation from priests or clergy of similar rank for Protestants.


Th.D.,  Ph.D., D.Min:

  1. Master's degree or equivalent. Accreditation is not necessary so long as the certificate is credible and respected.

  2. Pertinent life/work experience of three years, one year of which is post-master's, verified. Must include some form of ministry or humanitarian service.

  3. An essay, book, or research paper of at least 120 pages.

  4. Supplemental assignments, such as directed reading or research,  to meet individual needs.

  5. Two letters of recommendation from clergy holding the rank of bishop or equivalent Protestant rank.

     

    HOW TO PROCEED


  1. Print the application guidelines.

  2. Submit your materials.

  3. Enclose your application fee of $45 payable to “St. James CCC”. If your application is not accepted, your fee will be promptly refunded.

    [To speed the process, you may prefer to pay your application fee by using the donation button on the Application Guidelines page and then emailing all or part of your materials.]

     


TUITION


Unlike other distance-learning seminaries or universities that charge tuitions much greater than ours, we are providing this credentialing as a ministry at the lowest possible cost but in consideration of our own expenses.


There is time-consuming effort on our part to examine your materials and guide you in the process of completion. We are willing to spend a great deal of time by phone and/or email in order to aid your success. Thus there are real costs of professional time and materials. We believe that the following tuition fees are most reasonable.

Bachelor's level: $550  (or ten monthly payments of $60), plus cost of texts.

Master's level: $750 (or ten monthly payments of $80), plus cost of texts.

Doctoral level: $950 (or ten monthly payments of $100), plus cost of texts.


The total tuition remains the same, no matter how long you are enrolled and no matter how much personal guidance you require. Book fees and other printed materials are kept at the lowest cost we can. The fees will increase for future students.

Our method is to examine what you have already accomplished, and help you build upon the foundation you have established. Each program is tailored to individual needs and is conducted in a way to ensure very high respectability for your degree. Life and work experience given generous academic credit. We do not assign "busy work" or study which does not directly apply to your personal goals.

THE PH.D. IN CHRISTIAN COUNSELING SERVES AS A GOOD SAMPLE PROGRAM FOR A DOCTORATE. (Click here)


Your first tuition payment is due upon acceptance. You will be notified by telephone, email, or regular mail, according to your preference. Again, your application fee will be promptly refunded if you are not accepted.


ACCREDITATION


The Seminary is approved by the Florida Commission for Independent Education to offer postsecondary degrees. The Seminary must be in full operation for at least two years before it can apply for accreditation as a seminary by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Until then, we strongly believe that the quality of our graduates will more than establish our credibility in the academic and religious communities.

 See Fr. Ewart's article on this subject.


DISCLOSURE


"This program is not designed or intended on its own to qualify its participants and graduates for employment, but rather to enhance one's credentials.  It is intended for educational and practical value in Christian service, for personal enrichment, and for recognition of its graduates in the Christian Community and among other Christian institutions and Christian employers."

 

OFFICERS:

Provost: Most Rev. J. Paul A. Boucher, D.D., Patriarch, Catholic Charismatic Church

Diocesan Authority: Most Rev. Robert J. Russell, D.D., Bishop, Diocese of St. Anthony

President/Academic Dean: Rev. Fr. Heyward B. Ewart, III, Ph.D.

 



MAILING ADDRESS

St. James CCC

221 N. Arlington Road
Jacksonville, FL 32211


phone: 904-724-3536

emergency cell phone: 904-563-7291

fax: 253-669-7539

Email: heywardewart@bellsouth.net