Time Management Resources of Seminary Students

Seminary presents a set of unique challenges. Students preparing for ministry must make time for studying, relationships, ministry duties, and their walk with the Lord. This season can stretch you to the brink, which is why dependence on the Lord is so necessary.

But that is also why it’s so important that seminary students develop the skills of personal productivity and time management. Skills that will serve them during their studies and in a lifetime of ministry.

Below, I’ve gathered together a roundup of tools, templates, and resources that will be especially useful for seminary students who want to get more done for the glory of God.

Weekly Schedule Template (Google Sheets)

Use this Google Sheet to help you plan a schedule for what you’re ideal week should look like. There’s also an option to export to Excel if you prefer.

Get the template

Notion Template

A custom Notion template for seminarians to help manage assignments, due dates, notes, and more.

Just create a free Notion account. You don’t need to use the paid version to utilize everything in this template.

Overview Video

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Pastoral Productivity Masterclass

I produced this 8-episode series of videos in partnership with Focus on the Family. It’s accessible for free at The Focused Pastor.

Morning Routine Planner

A simple-to-follow template for setting your mornings up for success in devotions, planning, exercise, and more.

Get the template.

Recommended Productivity Tools

  • Notion -> This is my favorite all in one tool for managing note-taking, projects, and just generally staying organized.
  • Rize -> AI-driven Time-tracker with built in Pomodoro timers to keep you honest about how productive you’re being
  • Freedom -> website and app blocker to help you fight distractions
  • Todoist -> To-do list management app (works on all platforms)
  • Things -> Apple-only to-do list manager (my personal favorite)
  • Giant Wall Calendar -> Great way to see the whole year at a glance

Other Resources from Redeeming Productivity

  • Redeeming Productivity -> my book on personal productivity from a biblical perspective. Addresses both theological foundations and tactics and strategies for getting more done for the glory of God.
  • Redeeming Productivity Academy -> Our membership program with courses and accountability.

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