PTS Neighborhood Collaborative
About the PTS Neighborhood Collaborative
Through both certificate programs and non-degree educational offerings, the PTS Neighborhood Collaborative translates cutting edge scholarship and communicates best practices to wider audiences. Together, in their respective and collective work, the programs of the Neighborhood Collaborative connect the learned theology of the academy with the lived theology of church and society to form present and future Christian leaders in service to their contexts.
The Neighborhood Collaborative forms and equips students for ministry alongside and outside of the degree programs. The Collaborative fosters vocational discernment, co-learning, and transformative action for the common good by connecting diverse neighbors locally and globally.
EXPLORE THE PTS NEIGHBORHOOD COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMS
Center for Adaptive and Innovative Ministry: Forms and supports Christian leaders in creating new Christian communities
Continuing Education: Provides lectures, conferences, non-credit courses, and collegial learning for ministry leaders and the theologically curious public with opportunities to grow professional skills, feel supported in their work, and remain connected to relevant practical scholarship.
Faith Forming Families Network: Reconnects families and communities as partners in the spiritual formation and moral development of young people
Kelso Museum of Near Eastern Archaeology: Offers free tours and open hours to view displays from the more than 7,000-artifact collection, as well as several lectures by world experts annually
Metro-Urban Institute: Combines the theory and practice of collaborative community ministry into a program of urban theological education
Miller Summer Youth Institute: Resources churches in youth ministry and asks participants what God is calling them to do and who God is calling them to be
World Mission Initiative: Equips leaders to engage faithfully and effectively in God’s intercultural mission
See below for more information about PTS Neighborhood Collaborative event policies.
Event/Class Guidelines and Policies
ABOUT PTS NEIGHBORHOOD COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMS
The PTS Neighborhood Collaborative offers diverse departments that together connect the learned theology of the academy with the lived theology of church and society. The Neighborhood Collaborative forms and equips students for ministry alongside and outside of the degree programs. The programs offer unique and innovative continuing education opportunities to those called to any vocation, local and global.
REGISTRATION POLICY
The registration deadline for all events and classes (in-person, online, hybrid) is seven days before the class/event start date unless stated otherwise. There are no exceptions to this deadline because of the time needed to provide access information to participants before the class/event begins. Registration is first come, first serve, so students are encouraged to register early. If a course reaches capacity for enrollment, a waitlist will be created. Those students will be contacted if space becomes available on a first come, first serve basis.
PAYMENT AND FEES
Payment for all courses is due in full at the time of registration. Course registration is available through www.pts.edu/ptsncaccount. The Seminary accepts Visa, MasterCard, and Discover. Checks should be made payable to “Pittsburgh Theological Seminary.” If you are paying by check, we ask that you register by phone at 412-924-1345. Participants will be charged a $35 fee for checks returned due to insufficient funds. If a participant cancels up to one week before a class/event start date, PTS will retain a $25 administrative fee. For participants who cancel after that, PTS cannot give refunds or course credit.
WITHDRAWAL/REFUND POLICY
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary understands your busy schedule and knows that, from time to time, you may need to cancel and withdrawal your attendance in a class. All requests to withdraw from a course must be submitted in writing at least seven days before the event/course start date. Withdrawals will be refunded, minus a $25 processing fee. All balances will be returned via the method the payment was made. PTS will not keep any balances on your account. Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing by e-mail to . If you would like to donate your registration in lieu of a refund, you may make your gift at https://www.pts.edu/Gift while a refund is being processed to your original payment method.
Any changes in modality of registration must be completed at least seven days before the event/course start date in writing by e-mail to in order to receive a refund or be charged depending upon circumstance, if applicable. If you are registered online and would like to attend in-person your method of payment will be charged for the difference, if applicable. If you would like to attend online but registered in-person, a refund for the difference can be issued if you contact seven days before the event/course start date.
COURSE CANCELLATION
PTS reserves the right to cancel courses due to low enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances. PTS will notify all enrolled students about the cancellation one week prior to the event/course start date. Full refunds or transfers to other course sections will be given under these circumstances.
MEDIA RELEASES
By registering for a course or program, students give Pittsburgh Theological Seminary permission to use photos, video recordings, and audio recordings taken for promotional purposes. This includes recorded lectures, Q&A sessions, and the like. Students can opt out by contacting .
WEAPON-FREE POLICY
All members of the Seminary community, visitors and contractors, are prohibited from possessing or carrying weapons of any kind while on the property, regardless of whether they are licensed to carry or not. Such prohibition extends to individuals having weapons in briefcases, purses, toolboxes, personal vehicles, or other personal property or effects.
ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary seeks to promote a caring and ecumenical community in order to prepare students for pastoral ministry and Christian lay leadership in all phases of the Church’s outreach. All students must abide by current laws and the Seminary’s organizational policies/procedures designed and implemented to promote an environment that is free of harassment and other forms of illegal discriminatory behavior in the work place.
www.pts.edu/antidiscrimination
TITLE IX AND ANTI-HARASSMENT POLICY
Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 prohibits any person in the United States from being discriminated against on the basis of sex in seeking access to any educational program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. The U.S. Department of Education, which enforces Title IX, has long defined the meaning of Title IX’s prohibition on sex discrimination broadly to include various forms of sexual harassment and sexual violence that interfere with a student’s ability to equally access educational programs and opportunities.
www.pts.edu/title-ix-and-antiharassment
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITES
Students with disabilities who need accommodations are encouraged to reach out to 412-924-1345 or . Pittsburgh Theological Seminary will work with students to provide reasonable accommodations.
SPECIAL DIETARY ACCOMMODATIONS
We understand that not all students will have the same dietary requirements or preferences. Some may be following a particular diet due to medical, ethical, or religious reasons, while others may have allergies or intolerances to certain foods. Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions at 412-924-1345 or .
HOUSING
Calian Residence Hall provides comfortable, climate-controlled housing. Housing costs are reasonable. Since space is limited, you are advised to make housing reservations well in advance of your stay. You may make reservations by contacting our Hospitality Receptionist between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 412-924-1397 or . You will need a credit card to reserve the room. Bring a copy of your reservation confirmation with you to the event. Basic items such as towels and sheets are provided; toiletries are not. Bring items such as an alarm clock, hair dryer, and coffee maker that may make your stay more comfortable.
MEALS
Lunch is available Monday through Friday during the academic year* at a reasonable cost in Kadel Dining Hall. A kitchen is located on the ground floor of Calian Hall for guests' use and a list of local restaurants is available in each guest room in the guest binder. Details about local restaurants also will be provided for commuting participants of multiple-day events.
WEATHER CANCELLATIONS
In the event of inclement weather, please visit the Seminary's website for the status of Seminary classes, events, and programs.
*September through May except when the institution is closed. Not including January, June-August.