Northern Seminary of Illinois has the John Perkins Fellows, who are a part of the Master of Divinity program with an emphasis in Christian Community Development. Throughout the course of the program students are mentored, participate in urban ministry internships, and receive first-hand training from top urban ministry leaders. Benefits of the program include the mentorship provided along with in-context learning for practical ministry training, as well as community building designed to allow participants to create a network of supportive peers.
