St. Frumentius Abba Selama Kessate Berhan Theological College

Nurturing Faithful Scholars in Orthodox Tradition

Providing exceptional theological education rooted in the rich heritage of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church.

Welcome to Our College

Established in 1976 under the auspices of Abune Yohannes, St. Frumentius Theological College (SFTC) has been dedicated to providing theological education and training for clergy within the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church.

Our college, named "Kessate Berhan Selama" (revealer of light and the father of peace), honors St. Frumentius, the first Archbishop of Ethiopia, and continues his legacy of spiritual enlightenment.

We combine rigorous academic study with spiritual formation, preparing disciples for service in the Church and wider community.

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Our Vision

SFTC aspires to be a center of excellence, focusing on academic and research pursuits in theology and development disciplines. We are committed to proclaiming the Word of God globally, promoting both theological understanding and social developmental initiatives.

Our Mission

To train and equip theologians proficient in theology and developmental disciplines, empowering them to actively preach the Word of God and facilitate research that fosters spiritual and social transformation within the EOTC community.

Why Choose Our College

Spiritual Formation

We emphasize Christian maturity and spiritual development alongside academic learning, cultivating Christ-like qualities in our students.

Academic Excellence

We maintain high academic standards with emphasis on critical thinking and intellectual inquiry in theological scholarship.

Service to Community

Our programs prepare disciples for effective service in the Church and wider community, guided by Christian ethics and values.

Our Academic Programs

We offer comprehensive theological education programs designed to form well-rounded disciples equipped for ministry, teaching, and continued theological study.

Diploma in Theology

3 Years

A foundational program providing solid grounding in historical, practical, doctrinal, and moral theology.

Bachelor of Theology

4 Years

An in-depth undergraduate program exploring theology with introductory courses in Biblical languages.

Andemta Programs

4-5 Years

Specialized traditional programs in New Testament, Old Testament, Patristic, and Monastic commentaries.

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Certificate Programs

We also offer focused certificate programs for specialized study:

One Year Program in Theology

Comprehensive foundation in theological studies

One Year in Geez

Mastery of the ancient liturgical language

One Year in Bahire Hasab

Specialized study in ecclesiastical calculations

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Join our community of faithful scholars and deepen your understanding of Orthodox tradition

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"The purpose of theology is not to fill the mind with knowledge, but to open the heart to God's presence and transform lives through divine wisdom."

- St. Frumentius