Institute for International Theological Education:

                                  Offering Theological Courses in Spirituality and Global Awareness 

                                  Facilitating Partnerships between International and Domestic Theological Scholars and Institutions

 

 

Student happy with children's gift of leaf hat

 

Craft craft program with dalit children, Mysore

 

Institute Assistant Elizabeth Pammett with Nrityavani Dancers: Suchita Kujur and Mahdu Rawat

 

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Students with Director Louise Graves

 

     

      Students

Students who take our courses are mature individuals with adventurous spirits and a keen interest in exploring their faith (practices and belief) in light of the contemporary global situation an in encounter with diverse religious expressions. Even though many of our students have extensive international travel experiences, such experiences are not essential for individuals wishing to enroll in our courses.  What is essential is a willingness to adapt in different environments.  Our students also possess curiosity about they might align their life with their faith, ethics, and heart.

We live simply when we are in India. Our students must be prepared to live in accommodations significantly different that what is found here at home. The beds are firm-hard, as are the pillows. The rooms are simple and furniture often old. Bathtubs are rare, if non-existent. Students must also be willing to change their regular diet from what they might be accustomed to. There is always ample food to eat that is safe, though there will be times when the choice of safe food is limited to: soup, eggs, rice, bread, fruit. In seminaries, the food is simple: rice, dhal, boiled vegetables, eggs, fish, chicken, potatoes, fruit, toast, roti. We do, however, regularly eat out at a variety of restaurants.

We walk a lot. We eat diner late and often rise early. Afternoon rests are common. A certain degree of stamina is required from our students.

We live together as a group. Students share accommodations. On trains, we are 4 to a section. We share a fair amount of structured time together: in discussions, visiting communities, worshiping, leading craft program, traveling, visiting significant sites, visiting partners, eating. this requires a sustained willingness on the part of students to accommodate to the needs of the group. 

 Our students come from diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and faith.

    Stepping out- students enjoying an evening in Goa

 

Enjoying good conversation and diner in Bangalore

 

 

        Morning hike at Karwar Beach Resort