2009-2010 Catalog 
Welcome to the George Mercer Jr. School of Theology of the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island!
The Mercer School of Theology has been an important theological education resource to train persons for various ministries needed for the mission of the church. In addition to having provided preliminary training for those pursuing holy orders, the Mercer School has increasingly offered a number of programs which are designed to prepare women and men for the church’s lay ministries.
The class and course offerings for the upcoming year offer a rich program for spiritual formation and theological education for all people. During this academic program year we will be partnering with our brothers and sisters in the Lutheran Church (ELCA) in offering courses, primarily for lay persons, in a variety of disciplines. Anyone is welcome to attend these course offerings.
Mercer is deeply conscious of an increasing need for continuing education for clergy and laity. Therefore, in the course of an academic year, the school often offers seminars and study programs which are not described in this catalog. Inquirers are urged to place their names on the mailing list for updates on such programs either by writing to the school office or by calling during the school’s office hours. The most current information regarding Mercer’s offerings will be updated electronically and placed on our website at www.mercerschool.org.
Mercer is a non-residential school which provides classes for a commuting population, but which does not provide housing. Though the school’s programs meet the standards set forth by the Episcopal Church for the training of men and women for ordained and lay ministries, the Mercer School does not confer academic degrees.
The academic year at Mercer is divided into semesters - Fall and Spring. Classes convene on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Each academic semester course consists of approximately fifteen sessions. Certification in the various programs requires the satisfactory completion of the courses required for each program.
Fall 2009: |
First Day of Saturday classes begins on Sept. 12th |
Spring 2010: |
First Day of Saturday classes begins on February 6th |
