The seminary works in partnership with the eighteen supporting synods within Regions 4 and 5 of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and the Continuing Theological Education Centers within these two regions to provide quality programs for pastors and laity. The Hyde Park Session provides a wide variety of courses by an ecumenical faculty for academic credit or continuing education purposes. Intensive courses last for one week. In the third week of the summer session, seven or more electives from the D.Min.
Housing is available at modest prices.
Conferences The Leadership Conference, held annually, provides an opportunity for ministry professionals to hear nationally acclaimed theologians and other experts address issues that are both current and crucial to the life of the church and the work of ministry. Preaching for the Next Millennium. The World Mission Institute, jointly sponsored with other ACTS schools, is held in April for the purpose of devoting several days to interpreting the world-wide mission of the church. The seminary cooperates with the synods of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and with the Continuing Theological Education Centers in Regions 4 and 5 in providing faculty and seminary resources for various workshops. In addition, major on-campus conferences and lectures are scheduled to address significant issues.