
Purpose
To prepare ordained and non-ordained church leaders for service across a wide range of contexts. This certificate satisfies the requirements for the CLP/CRE designation in the PC(USA).
Objectives
Students will gain understanding and experience in the following areas:
- The history and content of the Bible, both Old and New Testaments.
- Reformed theology and church polity.
- Reformed worship forms, including preaching and sacraments.
- Pastoral care and basic counseling.
- Church management and non-profit governance.
Courses
The program consists of five required courses:
- The Whole Bible for the Whole Church
- Christian Theology and History
- Worship, Preaching/Teaching and Sacraments
- Pastoral Care and Counseling
- Church Management and Non-Profit Governance
Featured Faculty
Peter Hintzoglou, Michael Woodcock, Janna Gosselin, Charles Marks, David Tomlinson, Craig Gosselin, John A. D’Elia, and others.
Cost
The five courses and certificate are offered for $2500 per student. Cohorts of five or more may receive discounted pricing if all students complete the courses together.
When
Coming this Fall
Where
TBD