HCHC Update from the Dean of Holy Cross Announcing the MTS Degree Online Program Now Accepting Applications The icon of the Three Holy Hierarchs, Sts. Basil the Great, Gregory the Theologian, and John Chrysostom from the Ancient Church of St. Maria in the Forum of Rome. Photograph by His Eminence Metropolitan Savas of Pittsburgh Dear Rev. Fr. Harry Pappas,   I am writing to let you know about an exciting new opportunity from Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology. This fall, we will offer a fully-online modality of our Master of Theological Studies (MTS) degree, allowing us to connect with students worldwide. The online MTS program is open to anyone with a bachelor’s degree. The on-campus MTS program will continue to be offered.   We are delighted to share our educational offerings with a whole new population of students who want to study theology, but whose circumstances do not permit them to move to our campus in Brookline. We are excited to be able to share our MTS and ThM degree programs with an ever-growing community of interested students.   The online MTS program is equivalent to the on-campus version of the same degree. It is comprised of 16 three-credit courses delivered asynchronously; there are eight required foundational courses, including Biblical Studies Church History Patrology Liturgics Dogmatic Theology Ecumenism/World Religions Students also choose an area of concentration to devote at least four courses. Four open electives round out the 16-course curriculum.   We are accepting applications now on a rolling basis. Please contact your parishioners who might benefit from this online graduate degree in theological studies.   Fr. George Parsenios Dean, Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology Learn more about the MTS online program The MTS online program serves those … looking for a customizable graduate theological degree comprised of eight electives and eight required courses. wishing to pursue doctoral studies following their MTS degree. are Orthodox Christians from all jurisdictions seeking graduate study in theology deacons or monastics who need additional theological education. members of other Christian traditions interested in a graduate degree in Orthodox theological studies. lay Orthodox leaders that desire to serve their parishes by deepening their understanding of the Orthodox faith. Apply to Holy Cross Apply to Hellenic College