Forming Faithful Shepherds for a Broken World
Rooted in Tradition, Moving in the Spirit
We train and equip priests and deacons for faithful ministry within the Charismatic Episcopal Church of North America by forming leaders rooted in Scripture, sacrament, Spirit-empowered life, and pastoral mission.
Ministry in the Middle of Life
Saint Michael’s Seminary is structured to serve men who are faithfully living out their calling in the midst of real responsibilities.
Our formation model allows students to pursue seminary training while continuing to:
- Work full-time
- Serve in their local parish
- Be present as husbands and fathers
The Charismatic Episcopal Church of North America affirms the vocation of marriage and family life for clergy and does not require celibacy for its priests. We believe strong clergy households strengthen the Church.
Three Streams - One Priesthood
Saint Michael’s Seminary forms clergy in the three streams of convergence worship:
Evangelical
Deeply rooted in the authority of Holy Scripture as the Word of God and the foundation of our faith.
Sacramental
Centering our worship in the historic liturgies and the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
Charismatic
Expectant and open to the power and presence of the Holy Spirit in every aspect of life and ministry.
Program Paths
Priest Formation Track
Deacon Formation Track
Individual Classes
World-Class Faculty
Archbishop Chuck Jones
President
Primate of the CEC-NA and visionary for Saint Michael’s Seminary.
Bishop Rob Northwood
Supervisor
Overseer of academic programs and student formation standards.
Fr. Michael Pacella
Academic Dean
Managing curriculum development and instructional excellence.
ADCN Lawrence Rieger
Registrar
Managing administration and student records
Foundational Theology
Old Testament Survey
Foundations of Scripture
New Testament Survey
Christ and the Church
Systematic Theology I
Core Christian Doctrine
Liturgics & Sacramental Theology
Worship and Sacrament
Your Journey Begins Here
Complete Online Application
Pastoral Interview & References
Acceptance & Enrollment
Ready to answer the call?
Enrollment is now open for the upcoming semester.
Our Approach to Teaching
“Faculty at Saint Michael’s Seminary are committed to faithful instruction, pastoral wisdom, and forming students not only in knowledge, but in character and spiritual maturity.”
Staff & Faculty
National Seminary of the Charismatic Episcopal Church of North America (CEC– NA). Dedicated to the formation of clergy and lay leaders through rigorous study and spiritual discipline.
Leadership
Archbishop Chuck Jones
President – Primate of North America
Short Bio
Archbishop Chuck Jones serves as President of Saint Michael’s Seminary and Primate of North America for the Charismatic Episcopal Church of North America. He provides apostolic oversight and spiritual leadership for the seminary and the wider Church.
Bishop Rob Northwood
Overseer of the Seminary
Short Bio
Bishop Rob Northwood serves as Overseer of Saint Michael’s Seminary, guiding its vision, formation model, and academic direction while ensuring faithfulness to the Church’s doctrine and mission.
Fr. Michael Pacella
Dean of the Seminary
Short Bio
Fr. Michael Pacella serves as Dean of Saint Michael’s Seminary and oversees day-to- day academic operations, curriculum development, and faculty leadership.
Registrar of the Seminary
ADCN Lawrence Rieger
Short Bio
ADCN Larry Rieger serves as Registrar of Saint Michael’s Seminary and oversees day-to-day administrative activities and maintains student records.
Faculty & Professors
Fr. Michael Pacella
Theology and Church History
M.Div Yale, M.Theo Harvard, PhD, Saint Gregory Nazianzen Institute for Eastern Christian Studies.
Professor Name
Subject Area / Course Taught
Expert in Koine Greek and Hebrew studies, focusing on the liturgical use of scripture.
Professor Name
Subject Area / Course Taught
Expert in Koine Greek and Hebrew studies, focusing on the liturgical use of scripture.
Visiting Lecturers
Lecturer Name
Area of Expertise
Expert in Koine Greek and Hebrew studies, focusing on the liturgical use of scripture.
Lecturer Name
Area of Expertise
Expert in Koine Greek and Hebrew studies, focusing on the liturgical use of scripture.
Lecturer Name
Area of Expertise
Expert in Koine Greek and Hebrew studies, focusing on the liturgical use of scripture.
Our Approach to Teaching
“Faculty at Saint Michael’s Seminary are committed to faithful instruction, pastoral wisdom, and forming students not only in knowledge, but in character and spiritual maturity.”