Dr. John Swinton is a practical theologian and expert in the intersections of mental health, disability, and spirituality. Drawing on decades of pastoral, academic, and clinical experience, his courses help us think more expansively about Christian discipleship.

Through the end of July, both of Prof. Swinton's courses are back on sale at their original launch prices!

Enroll in either of the courses below to deepen your relationships with God and your neighbor.

Discipleship at the Margins
Discipleship at the Margins

By taking Jesus’s model as an example, you’ll discover an embodied, communal, and gentle discipleship that prioritizes solidarity and belonging with the people society pushes to the margins.
$14.99$9.99

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Seeking Sanctuary, Finding Shalom
Seeking Sanctuary, Finding Shalom

Discover a transformative theological reframing of mental health. Explore various conditions not as problems to be solved, but as sites where presence, faithfulness, and slow love make true community possible.
$29.99$19.99

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What Makes Admirato Courses Unique?

  • Expert Instructors: Admirato provides unparalleled access to leading scholars in their field.
  • Engaging & Accessible: Whether you're a seasoned student or just beginning your journey, Admirato makes complex theological topics clear and captivating.
  • Online & Self-Paced: Perfect for busy schedules. Our online platform lets you learn at your own pace, whenever and wherever it's most convenient.
  • Inspiring Content: Dive into themes of Christian identity, vocation, and God's purposes, all through the lens of deep historical and theological insight.

✨ Featured Scholar: John Swinton

Dr. John Swinton is Professor in Practical Theology and Pastoral Care and Chair in Divinity and Religious Studies at the University of Aberdeen. For more than a decade, John worked as a registered mental health nurse, as well as a hospital and community mental health chaplain alongside people with severe mental health challenges. In 2004 he founded Aberdeen's Centre for Spirituality, Health and Disability. He has published widely within the areas of mental health, dementia, disability theology, end of life care, and pastoral care. His book, Dementia: Living in the Memories of God, won the Archbishop of Canterbury’s Ramsey Prize for excellence in theological writing. John is also a musician. You can find his album, Beautiful Songs About Difficult Things, online.

Our Students Love These Courses

Tena

Seeking Sanctuary, Finding Shalom

Prof. Swinton provided much insight into how to think about those we encounter who are suffering with these various disorders. I loved the prayer at the end that helps to see our response to people who are suffering.

Neil

Discipleship at the Margins

A great blessing! Being involved with classes for the disabled, this course was perfect. It was exciting to see how much thought and passion was devoted to this course of study. Of course God is making himself known to people who don't look and think like I do. Anyone can be a disciple worthy of our love and lives.

Aaron

Seeking Sanctuary, Finding Shalom

The topic is much more complex than what can be addressed in a short course, but it sets your heart and mind onto the right path -- of not seeing others through the lens of a label, accepting people for who they are and not their diagnosis. I felt this was well done!