Emmaus Certificate in Formational Leadership

Leadership Transformations

“Take care how you listen.” – The words of Jesus to his disciples, Luke 8 Emmaus is a place, an environment, a culture where spiritual growth occurs. Together we are learning disciplines, habits and rhythms that give honor and time to the consistent, incremental, hidden working of the Holy Spirit. In Emmaus, we are learning …
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Foundations in Faith & Leadership: A cohort-based online certificate program

Candler School of Theology at Emory University

Groups develop ministry skills and earn micro-credentials through a 24-week online certificate program that combines group engagement with guidance from trained facilitators. Perfect for ministry teams, church groups, and non-profit team members! Available Tracks: Essentials for Biblical Interpretation Peacebuilding and Conflict Transformation Essentials for Youth Ministry Trauma Care and Healing Social Justice and Community Engagement …
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Graduate Certificate in Missional Leadership

Pittsburgh Theological Seminary

The last 50 years have seen sweeping changes in technology, international travel, communication, and culture that have profoundly impacted how American Christians and their local congregations and parishes engage in God’s mission. In the decades leading up to the 1960s, denominational and mission agency executives conceptualized mission, assessed and prioritized needs, and made most of …
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Rediscovering Hope: Encouragement for Rural Ministry

Luther Seminary

Cultivate a rural ministry of hope and discipleship. What you’ll learn If you live and serve in a rural community, you know that your challenges are different from those in urban or suburban contexts. And all too often, ministry resources that have been created for for urban and suburban churches just don’t make sense in …
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Vocational and Continuing Education Course Calendar

Stevenson School of Ministry in the Diocese of Central Pennsylvania

From the Episcopal Diocese of Central Pennsylvania; these should be kept up to date for each term.  

Building Faith Basics: Intro to Formation Theory

Virginia Theological Seminary

How is Faith Formed? Lisa Kimball and Sarah Bentley Allred will discuss the basics of how faith is formed, drawing on the work of John Westerhoff and other leaders in the field. Introduction Introduction (0:31) Spirituality is innate and better images for formation (2:34) The relationship between spirituality and faith (10:42) The relationship between spirituality …
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Executive Certificate in Religious Fundraising

Lake Institute on Faith & Giving

The Executive Certificate in Religious Fundraising (ECRF) is an eight-week online course with a practical application project. It provides the research, tools, and customized training to meet the growing needs of leaders in religious communities and fundraisers of faith-based organizations. The focus of the ECRF is on the cultural, organizational, and philanthropic practices unique to …
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List of Courses and Programs

Luther Seminary

This page should have the list of currently available offerings, both courses in person and downloadable series.  

Episcopal and Anglican Studies at Candler

Candler School of Theology at Emory University

This page links to a specialization within their MDiv program as well as to what seems to be a stand-alone certificate program. In March of 2023 it was announced that Chandler would be offering a hubrid Master of Divinity program (most courses online and 5 short courses in-person). See https://www.episcopalnewsservice.org/pressreleases/emory-universitys-candler-school-of-theology-to-launch-hybrid-mdiv-in-fall-2023/.      

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Calvin Theological Seminary

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program is designed to equip you for teaching and research in colleges, theological seminaries, and universities, and for advanced church leadership. Overview The depth of study and the breadth of research to reach the heights of your calling. Learning in the Reformed tradition: Calvin Seminary is committed to the confessional …
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