STS Texas
GENERAL INFORMATION
STS Texas is located in the beautiful rolling hills of Texas, just minutes from the campus of Texas A&M and all that College Station, Texas has to offer. STS Texas meets on the campus of Redeemer Baptist Church (Bryan, TX), existing as a partnership between the local church body and Shepherds Theological Seminary. Shepherds is responsible for all academic instruction, and Redeemer Baptist Church provides a local church setting for discipleship, community, mentoring, and service.
Students at STS Texas will experience both live instruction from our dedicated faculty and highly interactive video conferencing into classes being taught at other STS campuses.
Our programs are built on the belief that living out the Word of God through the power of The Spirit changes the lives of students and those they will minister to for the rest of their lives. Our doctrine comes from the Word of God and it forms the basis for our theological distinctiveness as well as our curriculum and education. Click here for the full STS Doctrinal Statement.
All of our degree programs are accredited by The Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Click here for more information about our accreditation status.
Degree Programs
1-YEAR MASTER OF ARTS IN THEOLOGICAL STUDIES DEGREE
How would your life be impacted if. . .you set aside one year to study God’s Word verse-by-verse, experience authentic community, study in Israel, receive intentional discipleship, and engage in community ministries, all while earning a master’s degree?
Our Master of Arts in Theological Studies is built on the belief that living out the Word of God through the power of the Spirit changes the lives of students and those they will minister to for the rest of their lives. Our one-year format makes theological training available to future teachers, engineers, doctors, programmers, pastors, global workers, and men and women of all professions. Our intentional community challenges students to put into action the truths they learn in the classroom.
One Calendar Year
Community & Discipleship
Master's Degree
Verse-by-Verse Bible Survey
Israel Study Trip
Church Partnership
TRADITIONAL MASTER OF ARTS IN THEOLOGICAL STUDIES DEGREE
STS Texas also offers a 42-hour, fully accredited Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) program in a traditional semester format, taught by the faculty of Shepherds Theological Seminary. Classes are offered on Mondays and weekday evenings in the online, live-synchronous learning format.
This degree averages 2-3 years to complete when taking the semester-long courses at a full-time rate. This degree is an excellent way to gain an advanced understanding of the Bible as well as prepare for the Master of Divinity program.
The MATS combines the highest quality academic experience with the mentoring and experience of the Texas campus’ staff. Additionally, students receive access to the STS library and student life opportunities.
Student Life
STS Texas seeks to create a thriving student life for students during their time in seminary. Discipleship is foundational to our philosophy and we seek to offer personal mentorship for our students. Participants in STS’s One-Year Masters Program are invited to participate in regular seminary-family meals along with retreat and events to build community in a life-on-life setting.
Additionally, through our partnership with the Brazos Valley Baptist Network, students have the unique opportunity at STS Texas to participate in the Local Church Health Cohort. Students who opt to participate in this program will receive additional training on small church ministry and receive hands-on experience in local church plants and revitalizations.
Our vision is to transform the way seminary is done, with a focus on scholarship, leadership, and discipleship, both in and for the local church. We are the local-church seminary with a global impact.
Our mission is to impact the world for Christ by equipping servant leaders for life and ministry, strategically shaping both intellect and character through biblical scholarship and personal mentoring.
FINANCIAL AID THROUGH STS
Not only do we have one of the lowest seminary tuition rates in the country, students at STS Texas complete their degree in one year and thus reduce their overall housing and living expenses. When housing and living expenses are included our program is up to 50% less expensive than many other seminaries.
We understand the financial obstacles that often hinder students from pursuing seminary. Yet we have also seen the faithful of God to provide for our students countless times. We invite you to reach out so we can discuss any financial barriers you may have. Additionally, we have launched the “Adopt-a-Student” initiative which allows donors to contribute towards students’ tuition in order to offset the cost.
Financial aid comes in many varieties: seminary scholarships and grants, private loans, and veterans’ benefits. One of our primary goals is stewardship and making sure students do not take on more debt than they can realistically handle. All financial aid is administered through Shepherds Theological Seminary. Follow the links below to get more information.
MEET OUR STAFF
Jeff DePue
Campus Director
Jeff serves as Director of the Texas Campus of Shepherds Theological Seminary. In addition, Jeff is the Pastor-Teacher of Redeemer Baptist Church and Director of Axios Center for Biblical Counseling in Bryan-College Station, Texas. He holds degrees from Texas A&M University and Shepherds Theological Seminary. He is also a Certified Biblical Counselor with the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC). Apart from teaching the Scriptures, Jeff loves spending time with his wife, Nicole, and two children, Lydia and Ezra.
Ethan Thatcher
Assistant Director
Ethan serves as Assistant Director of the Texas Campus of Shepherds Theological Seminary. In addition, Ethan is a Pastoral Assistant at Redeemer Baptist Church and Assistant Director of Axios Center for Biblical Counseling in Bryan-College Station, Texas. He holds degrees from Texas A&M University and Shepherds Theological Seminary. He is also a Certified Biblical Counselor with the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC). Ethan is married to Gabriella and together they have one daughter, Moriah.
Josh Storey
Student Development Coordinator
Josh serves as Student Development Coordinator at the Texas Campus of Shepherds Theological Seminary and is also a Pastoral Intern at Redeemer Baptist Church. He holds a BBA from Texas A&M University and an MTS from Shepherds Theological Seminary, where he is currently pursuing his MDiv.
Outside of school and ministry, Josh loves spending time with his family, exploring the outdoors, and enjoying God’s creation.
The Heartbeat of STS Texas
It is our prayer that at STS Texas, you will be fully equipped to handle God’s Word with precision and power. Located in the heart of Aggieland, we have a passion for the Christ revealed in Scripture. We are devoted to the highest standards of academic excellence in the classroom and welcome the life-transforming work of the Holy Spirit in all areas of life and ministry. STS Texas has partnered with Redeemer Baptist Church to ensure our students are learning, serving, and thriving in a healthy local church while they earn their degrees. Our student life centers around Heart Study, a fellowship designed to take biblical principles learned in the classroom and apply them to self, home, and community. Your time in seminary has the power to gloriously impact the rest of your life. May God be with you as you take the next step!
Jeff DePue
Campus Director, Texas Teaching Site
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