Town & Country Church Institute

71% of all churches in the US have fewer than 100 weekly attendees. The Town & Country Church Institute of United Lutheran Seminary is dedicated to teaching and learning about rural and small town ministry.

44% of all congregations in the US are in open country to towns with populations of fewer than 10,000. Including:

• 47.5% of ELCA congregations
• 48% of PCUSA
• 47% of UCC
• 37% of EC

Classes include:

• Rural and Small Church Ministry (3 credits) offered online;
  
• Equipping the Saints—Rural Church (3 credits) offered online
• Environmental History of Christianity (3 credits) — Online — Includes Rural History
• Immersion in Appalachia sponsored by Appalachian Ministries Educational Resource Center,  other opportunities for classes and field experiences in rural settings.

Students who complete the Rural & Small Church Ministry course, an immersion, and electives related to rural or small town ministry, may qualify for a Concentration in Town and Country Church Ministry (CTCCM). Inquire with TCCI Director Gil Waldkoenig.

“Certificate in Ecology & Theology”  A study option through the Washington Theological Consortium, an ecumenical and inter-faith team of theological schools.

Learn More About TCCI

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Contact TCCI Director Gil Waldkoenig today.