Core Values
The following Christian values govern the ETSC community and shape the performance and relationships of faculty, staff, and students:
A. Relationships
- Love, integrity, transparency, and accountability.
- Acceptance of and respect for cultural and ethnic plurality, and welcoming of diversity in abilities and skills, insofar as this does not conflict with the Word of God.
- Equal treatment of men and women.
- Team spirit and the encouragement of dialogue.
B. Academics
- Deepening of biblical and theological studies.
- Commitment to scholarly research, critical and analytical thinking, freedom of thought, creativity, and expression.
- Diligence, discipline, perseverance, and academic integrity.
- Openness to human and social sciences and their integration with theological reflection and life.
- Balanced growth in spirituality, knowledge, skills, and relationships.
- Appreciation of Egyptian, Arab, and global Christian cultural heritage.
C. Personal Life
- Godliness and integrity.
- Servant leadership and pastorship.
- Vision and passion to serve God and society.
- Openness to learning and commitment to personal development.
- Upholding the value of the family and affirming its place within society.