SFTS Academic Handbook
San Francisco Theological Seminary is a dynamic academic community characterized by vital Christian
faith, worship, and practice. SFTS upholds a high standard of academic excellence in providing
theological, spiritual, and practical leadership preparation for ministry in both the church
and the world. SFTS offers a variety of degree and non-degree programs designed to prepare students
for whatever ministry God may be placing before them. As you will see inside the 2002-2004 Catalog
for San Francisco Theological Seminary, both California campuses, San Anselmo and Pasadena,
provide cutting-edge theological education.
“We are scholars and servants of the church devoted to Biblical interpretation and
theological education in the Reformed tradition within an ecumenical context.”
SFTS
Mission Statement