Winebrenner Theological Seminary (WTS) was established in 1942 as a graduate school of theology of Findlay College (renamed The University of Findlay in 1989). In 1961, WTS received its charter from the state of Ohio, to become an independent, degree-granting institution.

WTS was founded by the Churches of God, General Conference

Churches of God General Conference (Winebrenner)

The Churches of God, General Conference is a Baptist Christian denomination in the United States originating in the revivalism and evangelistic efforts of John Winebrenner.-History:...

 (CGGC), an evangelical denomination headquartered in Findlay, Ohio

Findlay, Ohio

As of the census of 2000, there were 38,967 people, 15,905 households, and 10,004 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,266.3 people per square mile . There were 17,152 housing units at an average density of 997.6 per square mile...

. The Seminary derives its name from the founder of the denomination, John Winebrenner

John Winebrenner

John Winebrenner , founded the Churches of God General Conference.He studied at Dickinson College, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and was ordained in the German Reformed Church in 1820...

, who established the group in 1825 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Harrisburg is the capital of Pennsylvania. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 49,528, making it the ninth largest city in Pennsylvania...

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WTS continues to serve the CGGC as its sole seminary as well as students from 35 different denominational backgrounds. WTS is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS) and the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Winebrenner offers four masters programs, a Doctor of Ministry program and collaborates with The University of Findlay to offer a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies program.

Winebrenner’s Mission Statement

Winebrenner Theological Seminary serves God’s mission of reconciliation in changing the world by preparing servants of the Lord Jesus Christ to lead the Church.

Corresponding Values

Winebrenner Theological Seminary's academic program is predicated upon a belief in the supremacy of a three-Personed God, the uniqueness of Jesus Christ as Lord, and the authority of Scripture. In consequence, its stated mission is the inculcation of the following values:

• Theological preparation and application for ministry
• Spiritual formation for individuals and communities
• Evangelism and discipleship
• Leadership development
• Community life among students, faculty, administration, and staff
• Broad evangelical unity