What current students have to say about SIM:

“Major changes in my seminary’s structure this past year have disrupted the lives, studies and careers of many people, including myself. In the midst of so much upheaval and uncertainty, SIM’s flexibility and continued support, even as I transfer to another seminary, has allowed me to focus on preparing myself in my parish work and my studies for a life of service and ministry. Thank you to all who are supporting future ministers as we grow in spirit, knowledge and flexibility!”

A.A. – Bexley Hall

“While I am grateful for your financial support, I am extremely grateful you are keeping us in your thoughts and prayers. That in itself is a great sense of assurance and support. Know that I keep you all in my prayers as well.”

C.W.M. – Berkeley Divinity School

“Thank you very much for your support. The efforts taken by you and SIM to provide financial support to me and other seminarians is most appreciated. In particular, the funds I have just been given will help to pay for my rent and health insurance this month and next. Your support allows me to continue focusing on worship and study.”

K.S. – Virginia Theological Seminary

“I am writing to thank you and all who make the scholarship program at SIM possible. Your decision to support my seminary education through scholarship money, personal interest, and prayer is most appreciated and will help ease the burden financially. It is encouraging to know that you and the others at SIM are committed to each and every one of the seminarians you support and want to maintain a personal relationship.”

T.E.O. – Nashotah House

“I greatly appreciate the receipt of the second installment of my scholarship. It’s amazing how God’s timing is always just right. That is surely the case with these funds. Thank you.”

D.J. – Sewanee

“The grant is most welcome. It came at the perfect time in this year’s studies. Seminary can be a fiscal nightmare, especially for those of us who are on the downhill side of 50. The grant will most definitely make a huge difference in my life this year!”

D.L.D. – Sewanee

“Thank you so much for your support and faith in my husband. It means so much to us as a family and you can never know how much you have helped us.”

B.R. (spouse) -Virginia Theological Seminary

“SIM has helped me out through a scholarship and by being a vocal witness to what’s happening and what people need to be concerned about. They share a perspective that I can’t get anywhere else through their contacts with the seminaries, the national church and the dioceses. SIM really fills in the gaps by keeping tabs on what’s happening and sharing it with seminarians.”

M.S. – Virginia Theological Seminary

“I so appreciate the generous support you give me with prayer, pastoral care and financial aid. The example you set, of priests caring for one another, has lasting value on the ministry as a whole. I pray you God’s speed in all of your travels. You’re doing good work!”

W.Z. – Berkeley Divinity School

“I am a little overwhelmed by gratitude for all the caring for seminarians like me that you do. Your research, advice and advocacy about financial challenges is some of the best care I’ve received in the process. I am thankful for that.”

A.S. – Church Divinity School of the Pacific

“As I near graduation, I want you to know what your financial and moral support have meant to me. Your encouragement and concern for us have been instrumental in our being able to see our path a little more clearly.”

C.E. – Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Southwest

“Due to your generosity I was able to concentrate on my theological studies here at GTS. I pray that God’s graces will continue to pour out on this organization and that people will continue to be generous in their giving so that more seminarians can devote their time to study.”

R.L.F. – General Theological Seminary