This page should provide up-to-date links to all the courses currently being offered online, as well as links to the in-person courses available at this seminary.  

At a time of significant change and transformation for both the church and the world, this preaching workshop is designed to help students and lay preachers explore what it means to be accountable in preaching. It is particularly meant for those who are new to preaching, those who do not preach regularly, and those looking to develop their homiletical …
View course details “Accountable Preaching for the Church and World: An Online Preaching Workshop”

Dio is offering a range of online open enrolment courses that equip students for life in a changing church. These courses are aimed at anyone who is interested in deepening their Christian faith and knowledge, and cultivating leadership skills in the church. There is no homework or written assignments. All you need is a desire …
View course details “Online Open Enrolment Courses–Upcoming”

Whether you’re high-tech, low-tech, or no-tech whatsoever, it’s nearly impossible to miss the shift that’s taking place in our culture. Curiosity is on the rise. Participation is sparking creativity and connection. For the first time ever, digital technology is shaping our values. Our churches need the capacity and will to engage with a changing culture—one …
View course details “Hybrid Ministry in a Post-Pandemic Church”

Preaching? Check. Teaching? Absolutely. Visiting the sick and working to make your community better? Yes, please. All of that may come naturally compared to supervising other people. If you feel like your education prepared you for everything but this critical part of the job, you’re not the only one. Supervision—especially within congregations and faith communities—requires …
View course details “Stepping Up to Supervision”

Surviving separation and divorce is one of the worst experiences of our lives. The process involves intense emotions of grief, anger, sadness and deep hurts. Learn how to navigate these emotions and explore the stages involved in the healing process. Through personal sharing, receive support and reassurance that you are not alone and that others …
View course details “Surviving Separation and Divorce Workshop”

This course will survey the global influences and far-reaching impact of American Christian racism. We will discuss the global phenomenon of white dominant evangelicalism, the currency of colorism, the essential components of caste systems, and the complicity and strengths of Christianity in racialization and anti-racism. INSTRUCTED BY: Christina Edmondson  

People with Down syndrome, autism, ADHD, learning differences, dementia, medical challenges, and other differences of ability are treasured by God and should be treasured in every church. This course provides the framework and practical tools to shape a congregation where people of varying abilities and disabilities can participate and belong. INSTRUCTED BY: Rev. LaTonya McIver …
View course details “Creating Congregations of Belonging for People of All Abilities”

All of their courses are listed here for the summer session  

This highly interactive and educational workshop invites you to consider the building blocks that create conflict and those that assist or detract in conflict’s resolution. The workshop includes reflection, conversation, and exercises as conflicts are studied and models for addressing conflicts are considered. Significant time will be given to skill building for effective speaking and …
View course details “Understanding Conflict Foundations”