Austin Seminary is dedicated to pioneering strategic initiatives that embody our core mission to prepare adaptive, imaginative Christian leaders.
As a premier Texas seminary grounded in the Presbyterian-Reformed tradition, Austin Seminary nurtures leaders equipped to serve diverse communities and respond effectively to emerging challenges in ministry and society. Through innovative programs and collaborative partnerships, our seminary builds bridges across cultural, theological, and societal divides, fostering a vibrant community that reflects our deep commitment to meaningful, impactful ministry leadership.
Initiatives
Houses of Hope
Houses of Hope focuses on building greater possibility for rural and small town congregations and connecting the Seminary with the church.
Progressive Youth Ministry
Progressive Youth Ministry equips leaders to cultivate compassionate, just and inclusive faith in young people.
Sharing Faith Initiative
Sharing Faith Initiative seeks to empower congregations in Texas and beyond to deepen their faith-sharing practices through the Faithful Preaching Project and Children’s Sermons by Children.
The Austin Story Project
The Austin Story Project is a network of leaders of transformational storytelling. They lead groups in sharing stories of regular human life enchanted by holy mysteries and convene larger publics for storytelling and reflection.
The 787 Collective
The 787 Collective centers the spiritual formation of young adults while creating bridges between congregations and young adults. We host “The Collective Voice” podcast in which young adults talk about their own faith formation, ministry and the church.