From climate change to economic inequality, from human migration to major wars, from mental health to housing, the world seems to be shaped by crises—so much so that some commentators have started to use the word “polycrisis” to describe this moment in human history. At the same time, the church is undergoing profound change as …
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Course Overview This course will introduce clergy and faith leaders to the concepts of Bowen Family Systems Theory, to begin thinking about their own role and function within their family as well as their role within their faith communities. Participants interested in a package of 3 individual coaching sessions in addition to this course can …
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Discovering life’s purpose has been a mission of man since the beginning of time. People have always felt the desire to do something that changes the world, or at least their world. God created us each with a purpose. Have you ever uttered the words, “What is my purpose in life, God?” or “Is there …
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There is no greater satisfaction than to see another person flourish and to know that one’s presence has helped a person come to this place. While conflict can cause people to struggle, a conflict coach partners with those in a conflict, empowering them to be at their best, to engage their conflict well and to …
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We’ve reached a moment in history when the world needs Jesus-followers to be ONE Body. As social ties fray and break around politics and other divisive forces, as loneliness becomes epidemic, we do well to hear and heed the apostle Paul’s prescriptions for the divided Corinthian church. Among Paul’s letters, 1 Corinthians gives us the …
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Join us for a 7-week course at the Stevenson School for Ministry that explores the theme of overcoming challenges and finding hope through the lens of the Biblical Wisdom tradition. In this course, we will delve into the books of Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Job to discover timeless wisdom that can help us navigate through life’s …
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Discover how the Protestant Reformation reshaped faith and society in this engaging course with Dr. Colin Donnelly. Join online or on-site! Led by Dr. Colin Donnelly, Assistant Professor of Church History at Virginia Theological Seminary, this dynamic short course explores the profound influence of the Protestant Reformation in shaping modern society. With expertise in the …
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Developed in partnership with the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship and the Calvin University School of Graduate and Continuing Studies, this online course equips leaders of all types of ministries with practical tools for relating well to people from a variety of cultures. Understanding and respecting cultural differences is key to a healthy ministry. What …
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This course focuses on the Old Testament and is intended for those seeking to bring out (exegete) the message of ancient scripture for contemporary communities of faith. Rather than beginning with a description of exegetical methods, this course provides an overview of Old Testament literature (stories, laws, histories, novellas, prayers, et al.), exploring how to …
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The course introduces the New Testament (NT) from a historical, literary, and theological perspective. It focuses on the Canonical Gospels’ distinct nature: the authorship, the key themes, issues the authors addressed, the theological teachings, and their relevance for ministry today. Instructor: My name is Laurent Okitakatshi, the instructor for the course on The Pauline Epistles. …
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