 Christian
College of Georgia, in cooperation with the Regional Commission on
Ministry, has established the “Institute for Christian Ministry” for
licensed, lay and commissioned ministers of the Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ) in Georgia.
While the Institute is not the exclusive center for
education for Commissioned Ministers in Georgia, it offers a
denomination-specific curriculum which, upon completion by the student,
meets the standard requirements for the Order of the Ministry as
affirmed by the Commission. The course of study is based on the
recommendations of the “Nazareth Consensus”, a document currently under
consideration by the General Assembly.
Please note that courses are suitable for ALL who
are members of Disciples Congregations in Georgia. You need not be in
preparation for ministerial STANDING in order to enroll. Our courses
are geared toward laity who have a desire to serve more effectively as
Disciples of Christ.
Most courses will be offered on Saturdays – three
class days per course; some will require overnight stay for more
intensive learning experiences. Christian College is fortunate to
be in partnership with
several congregations including
Sandy Springs Christian Church and
First
Christian Church of Griffin, each of which provides excellent facilities and convenience for
instruction. The Institute provides a three-year course of study,
which will be repeated each three-year-cycle, in order that a student
may enroll at any time.
Scholarships are available from Christian College of Georgia
for members of Disciples churches in Georgia. A unique feature of
the program is mentoring for the development of a “Ministry Portfolio”
in which a student may demonstrate competency in ministry with a formal
record of educational background and experiential learning. There
is no charge for this consultation and service. For more
information, either for prospective students or instructors, please
contact Bob Harris at 770-815-9078, 1-800-235-2496 or on the web at
www.ccofga.org
Courses: Fall Semester
Courses: September – December, 2011
Homiletics II – Advanced Sermon Preparation and Delivery:
This course provides a continuation of the study of the Biblical,
theological and communication tools needed to prepare to preach, and
practice in using those tools. The student will demonstrate skills
needed to prepare in order to effectively deliver the Good News.
Continued exploration of and reflection on ways in which the preacher
can communicate in order to be heard; examination of the diversity of
preaching styles appropriate to different texts and situations;
experience in listening to, critiquing and evaluating sermons and sermon
material.
Twenty-four hours (Three Saturdays) of instruction. The Reverend J.
Chris Michael, Instructor @ (706) 273-1252. Location: First
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Valdosta, Georgia 9
a.m. to 5 p.m. October 1, November 5, and December 3 Tuition:
$120.00
Texts: The Homiletical Plot, by Eugene L. Lowry; a second Text
TBA
Overview
of the Hebrew Scriptures: This course provides an
overview of the Hebrew Scriptures. The student will learn the various
genres of literature in the Hebrew Scriptures. An in-depth examination
of factors to be considered when seeking meaning in a text; a review of
the broad themes present in the Hebrew Scriptures. The first session of
this course will be devoted to a review and discussion of critical
methods of Biblical study and interpretation (this is a new element in
this course, and will require a fourth day of instruction).
Thirty-two hours (Four Saturdays) of
instruction. Dr. Burdett Wantland, Instructor @(770)
833-9362 Location: First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ),
Griffin, Georgia 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. September 10, September 24,
October 8, and October 22. Tuition: $150.00
Texts:
The TANAKH (version and publisher TBA); Understanding the Bible,
by Stephen Harris
Modern Church History and Theology: This
course is a survey of the story, the events, and the personalities of
the Church from the early 1700’s. The student will explore themes of
intellectual, theological, social and institutional (Church)
development. Grounding in history such as this is preparation for
intellectual understanding and spiritual maturity in the context of the
current situations students will face in ministry. Historical insight
provide for the foundational knowledge of the development of Christian
theology within the context of the Church organization and the
prevailing culture.
Twenty-four hours (Six Saturday MORNINGS until 1 p.m.) of instruction.
The Reverend Clay Manley, Instructor @ 770-466-7909 Location:
Peachtree Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Atlanta Georgia
– 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. – September 10, September 17, October 8, October
15, October 29, and November 5
TUITION: $120.00
Texts:
Pilgrims in Their Own Land, by Martin E. Marty; The Story of
Christianity, Vol. II, by Justo L. Gonzalez
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FINAL
TARGET REGISTRATION IS AUGUST 31. Insufficient number of
enrollments by this date may result in cancellation of the class. It is
not recommended that you purchase texts prior to formal
notification of class confirmation, which will be September 2, 2011.
Call Bob with questions 800-235-2496 or 770-815-9078 Please note:
Three different class locations: Valdosta, Griffin, and Atlanta.
Please contact Bob Harris, President, for additional
information. You may reach Bob at 770-815-9078, 1-800-235-2496, or
ChristianCollege@aol.com.
Also visit www.ccofga.org for
further information. |
