North Thames Ministerial Training Course
North Thames Ministerial Training Course (NTMTC) is one of the 12 regional ordination training courses of the Church of England, and a constituent member instituition of St Mellitus College. NTMTC’s main offices are located at St George-in-the-East Church in Shadwell, East London, and we also have a base at the Chelmsford Diocesan offices. We are keen to welcome students across the whole spectrum of the Church of England.
NTMTC trains candidates for ordination in the Church of England and Reader candidates in Chelmsford and London. Most ordinands come from London or Chelmsford, however candidates from other local dioceses are also welcome to apply. The Course offers a part-time training route, involving three years of study towards a BA in Contextual Theology, especially designed for those who wish to continue in full-time employment, with the flexibility to work around busy lifestyles.
In 2007, NTMTC became one of the founder constituent members of St Mellitus College, alongside St Paul’s Theological Centre. NTMTC and SPTC work very closely together in this exciting new venture. For more information, see NTMTC’s own website.
The Bishop of London Richard Chartres
“At a time when fragmentation and partisanship can appear to threaten the credibility and effectiveness of our ministry, St Mellitus represents a bold step of faith and trust. We believe that as we pursue the harder path of unity in diversity, the College will prove to be an instrument of the Spirit in equipping the whole people of God to proclaim the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
The Bishop of Chelmsford John Gladwin
“The establishment of St Mellitus College is an exciting development for Chelmsford Diocese. It offers us new opportunities to develop theological and ministerial education to assist us in the mission of the Gospel in our time.”
The Dean Revd Dr Graham Tomlin
“St Mellitus College is a very exciting place to work. It brings together students from across the spectrum of the church to learn about and prepare for mission in the contemporary world, in a way that tries to be open to the Spirit of God and learning from each other. We have a fantastic group of students, a great staff team and it is a privilege to be part of it.”
Regius Professor of Divinity at Cambridge University, David Ford
"One of the most important experiments to have happened in British theology and church theological education for a long time. The way it is bringing together academy and church, including church at the grass roots - that collaboration is just full of potential for the future and I feel everyone should watch this space. What it can do is something that really no other theological institution in the country can achieve at the moment."