A Letter From Our President

In 1971, with the aid of clergy persons of various faiths, I founded the New Seminary in New York City, the first school of its kind in the world. The school's mission was a unique one: to train Interfaith ministers and spiritual counselors to serve the needs of the world community.

In 1998 I retired as President of that institution, secure that it will continue to serve its mission far into the future. However, I still feel the need to teach. Thus, I have established these special programs of study as All-Faiths Seminary International.

The All Faiths Seminary is truly an international institution. Branches of the Seminary are being organized in such countries as Canada, Japan, China, and Europe.

The courses described here are based upon my 28 years of teaching the principles and concepts of Interfaith ministry. These programs concentrate my knowledge and experience into training and spiritual guidance for you. In addition, I am pleased to welcome Reverend Professor John Rossner, Ph.D. D. Lit., founder of the International Institute of Integral Human Sciences and an Episcopalian priest, as Chancellor of All-Faiths Seminary International.

The Seminary at present offers three programs:

• the Accelerated Modern Interfaith Minister program;
• the Divinity School, where Ordained Clergy can received additional training in ministry and spiritual counseling; and
• the Doctorate Program in cooperation with the International Institute of Integral Human Sciences (an organization affiliated with the United Nations).

These programs are designed to meet the needs specifically of working professionals in all walks of life. I invite you to review this material. If you are ready to proceed, let's study together.

Together, as modern Interfaith Ministers, we can bring these Interfaith ideals to our work places and communities and make a difference in the world around us. With God's help, we shall succeed.

Sincerely,

Rabbi Joseph H. Gelberman