It is inclusive of the diversity of religious traditions and spiritual paths, fostering an atmosphere of openness, respect, and trust.
Seminars are small and participatory.
Emphasis is placed on reflective study and spiritual growth in the context of scholarship and practice. A questioning, speculative atmosphere encourages many learning styles and individual investigation. Individualized learning opportunities are provided through independent study and self-directed projects. Seminary students are required to arrange field practicums to learn ministerial arts alongside pastoral leaders and to participate in social justice activities. These distractions are accompanied by grief, despondency, trembling of the body and irregular breathing.