Dear friends,

Many of you have supported me throughout my studies at Covenant College, my call to the Yakama Indian Reservation, my return to the greater Chattanooga area, volunteering with Big Brother Big Sister, and most recently, my journey as a foster parent. I am thankful for looking back at how God has used you to encourage, support, sharpen, and grow me. I am excited to share with you what God is leading me to do with my life at this point.   

I have had the desire to serve in ministry for some time. I long to serve my community’s forgotten, unseen and overlooked full-time. In preparation to serve faithfully and effectively, I have decided to pursue a degree online from Reformed Theological Seminary. My decision is based on several factors: RTS is fully accredited, faithfully holds to Reformed doctrine, and offers a degree program that integrates theological studies with cultural and social concerns.

I have applied and been accepted into the Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) program. This program is designed for Christians who desire to integrate theological studies with cultural and social concerns while providing a theological framework for student’s life and work in or outside of vocational ministry.

I intend to complete the MATS program within three years without incurring debt. I trust that God will provide. I am working hard, budgeting faithfully, saving resources, and applying for scholarships and financial aid. However, I invite you to be a prayer partner as I continue my education. I also would ask that you prayerfully consider supporting me in my ministry training at Reformed Theological Seminary. Non-deductible financial contributions can be made toward my educational expenses directly to me or at https://pay.cornerstone.cc/rts/ using my first and last name and student ID: 000095498.

Thank you for your important part in my spiritual development, the example you have been to me, and your continued support as I train to advance God’s kingdom faithfully. I will continue working and as a foster parent as I take classes at my own pace. Please reach out if you have any questions or want to talk more!

Sincerely,
Haley Dempsey