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Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is a progressive, ecumenical graduate school in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood, widely recognized for its deep commitment to social justice, anti-racism, and interfaith dialogue. Historically rooted in the United Church of Christ, the seminary offers acclaimed Master of Divinity, Master of Arts, and doctoral programs that emphasize public ministry, transformative leadership, and LGBTQ+ religious studies. The student experience is defined by an activist ethos and an inclusive, collaborative community that supports both residential and distance learners from a wide variety of faith and spiritual traditions. A defining distinction of CTS is its pivotal legacy in the American Civil Rights Movement—including conferring an honorary degree on the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—which continues to anchor its mission to train justice-oriented leaders for the modern world.
Wikipedia:The Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is a Christian ecumenical American seminary located in Chicago, Illinois, and is one of several seminaries historically affiliated with the United Church of Christ. It is the oldest institution of higher education in Chicago, originally established in 1855 under the direction of the abolitionist Stephen Peet and the Congregational Church by charter of the Illinois legislature.
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