The Shalom Collaboratory at Eastern Mennonite Seminary

Learning for Restoring Relationships, Faith-Based Peacebuilding, and Conflict Transformation

The Shalom Collaboratory at Eastern Mennonite Seminary opens spaces for pastors, lay leaders, nonprofit and community partners, parents and caregivers to learn and experiment with practices to build peace for restored relationships. Learn more about the Shalom Collaboratory.

Linking religious practices with psychological insights to support secure bonds between caregivers and their children

Conectere for Caregivers and Children

Adaptive approaches to transform conflicts and restore relationships in the creative spirit of Godly imagination

Leadership Training to Transform Conflicts and Restore Relationships

Understanding family systems can propel ongoing development and effectiveness in family, faith, community, and society

Continuing Education Seminars on Family Systems Theory

Conferences and Learning Events

Annual learning events at EMS invite a wider community to explore the living connections between faith and justice, righteousness and liberation—so that all may live an abundant life.

Ffresh perspectives on justice-inspired shalom in keynotes, workshops, small groups, and excursions for relaxation and recreation

The Shalom Academy (fmr. School for Leadership Training)

Noted visiting lecturers addressing pertinent topics in the area of Christian mission

The Augsburger Lectureship

Academic Programs

EMS offers several academic pathways that integrate conflict transformation, trauma awareness, and restorative practices with theological reflection and spiritual formation.

Practices for leading communities in times of conflict and theological reflection on commitments to peace and justice

Graduate Certificate in Faith-Based Peacebuilding

Tailor your degree for effective, faith-informed engagement in social conflicts and complex justice issues

MACL or MDiv with a Peace and Justice Focus

Prepare for ministry while engaging in conflict studies or restorative justice with the Center for Justice and Peacebuilding

MDiv and MA in Conflict Transformation

Custom and On-Location Training

The Shalom Collaboratory at EMS engages local churches, regional and national ecclesial bodies, and nonprofit organizations in many ways, from keynotes and workshops at clergy retreats to customized training and conference planning. If you or your organization is interested in custom-designed online or on-location training, use this form to start a conversation:

Request Custom Training Information

Unsure of what type of training you might need? We’re ready to listen and help assess your needs based on what we have to offer with no obligation.