Available courses

Principles of Orthodox biblical interpretation
Israel’s historical narrative and theology
Gospel and Epistles of John
Life and teachings of Jesus Christ
Apostolic writings and early Church theology
Introduction to the Old Testament canon and theology
Historical development and message of the Old Testament
Theology of Saint Paul’s letters
Study of the first five books of Scripture
Major and minor prophetic writings
Matthew Mark and Luke comparative study
Psalms and wisdom books of Scripture
Introduction to church canons
Advanced canonical interpretation
Church administration and discipline
Canonical theology of marriage
Christianity in Africa
Development of Byzantine Christianity
Church from apostolic age to Constantine
Seven Ecumenical Councils and theology
History of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church
Methods of historical research
Church from councils to Middle Ages
Church from Reformation to modern era
Research and theological writing skills
Introduction to classical Geez language
Intermediate Geez grammar and texts
Biblical Greek fundamentals
Feasts fasts and liturgical year
Theology and structure of the Divine Liturgy
Orthodox hymnography and chant
Foundations of Orthodox worship
Theology of worship
Practical liturgical training
Liturgical celebration of the Mysteries
Theology and practice of Christian mission
Supervised ministry practicum
Art of Orthodox preaching
Management of parish life
Spiritual guidance and counseling
Foundations of pastoral ministry
Pastoral care for families and youth
Applied ministry training and practicum
Teachings of the desert fathers
Prayer fasting and ascetic life
Foundations of Orthodox spiritual life
Advanced theological synthesis
Doctrine of the person of Christ
Advanced doctoral theological studies
Foundations of Orthodox doctrine
Systematic development of doctrine
Theology of the Church
Last things and Kingdom of God
Theology of the Holy Virgin Mary
Orthodox Christian moral life
Early Church Fathers and theology
Later patristic tradition and writings
Doctrine of the Holy Spirit
Methods of theological research
Theology of the Holy Mysteries
The mystery of the Holy Trinity

🎓 Master’s Thesis

The Master’s Thesis course provides structured academic supervision for graduate students enrolled in the Master of Theology (M.Th.) program at Saint Mary Theological College.

This course supports advanced theological research, academic writing, and scholarly methodology within the Orthodox Christian tradition.

Students enrolled in this course will:

• develop an approved thesis proposal
• conduct supervised theological research
• submit draft chapters for review
• complete a final written thesis
• participate in evaluation and approval processes

The Master’s Thesis represents the culminating academic requirement of the M.Th. degree and demonstrates the student’s ability to conduct independent graduate-level research.

All thesis work is conducted under the supervision of an approved faculty advisor and the authority of the Academic Council.

Assessment is based on successful completion and approval of all required research components.