The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Georgia

While the Institute is not the exclusive center for education for Licensed 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.

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 Peachtree Christian Church, 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: 2008

The following courses are scheduled for the Institute for Christian Ministry for 2008:

Disciples of Christ History, Polity, and Ethos
Instructor: Dr. Jerry Gladson, Minister, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and Professor, Columbia Theological Seminary.
The course dates are October 4, October 17-19, and November 1.  Students who are unable to go on the “Field Trip” may register at the usual rate, and a third class day will be added in lieu of the trip: December 6.
This course will provide an overview of the history and development of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The student will learn how the denomination is currently structured, and will understand some of the key factors and events which have led to the current structure. Attention will be given to some of the more important issues of polity and practice within the Disciples of Christ. The class will explore ways to live out the ethos of inclusivity, unity and faithfulness to the Scriptures, and emphasize the centrality of the Table.
Text: To Be Selected
Tuition: Due to the travel component of this course, the total cost, including tuition, books, accommodations, and travel, will be $315.00. This includes travel, to the Disciples of Christ Historical Society in Nashville, Tennessee, and to Cane Ridge Meeting House in Cane Ridge, Kentucky.
Participants will also need to bring a lunch or sufficient money for lunch ($7-10), each Saturday (October 4 and November 1).
Please note: This course is a required course for Licensed and Commissioned Ministers in Georgia, and for candidates. It is also a highly recommended course for anyone who is engaged in a leadership role in the Church or who anticipates serving in such a capacity in the future. This course will be excellent for Elders, Deacons, Teachers, and others who serve a congregation.

Instructors scheduled to teach in the Winter and Spring, 2009, are as follow:

The Reverend Landa Simmons will be teaching “Mission and Evangelism” – January 10 and 31, and March 7, 2009. Landa’s enthusiasm will be intensified for this class as she is organizing and leading two people-to-people pilgrimages to India during the Winter. For more information about the Mission Trip, please contact Bob Harris (see below).

The Reverend Vinetta Golphin-Wilkerson will be our instructor for “The Body of Christ: Connecting to the Whole Church” – March 28, April 18, and May 23, 2009. Vinetta has a passion for deep spirituality and justice, and she brings her breadth of experience to the classroom to offer a course which will open students’ eyes and hearts to Disciples in ministry with ecumenical partners

In the Summer of 2009, an immersion experience will afford students the opportunity to experience the ethnic, cultural, and charitable diversity which is represented in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Georgia.

Christian College is fortunate to be in partnership with Peachtree Christian Church, which provides excellent facilities and convenience for instruction. The Institute provides a three-year course of study, which is repeated each three-year-cycle, in order that a student may enroll at any time.

The standard cost for each course is only $90.00 plus text books. Scholarships are available from Christian College of Georgia for members of Disciples churches in Georgia.

While the Institute is not the exclusive center for education for Licensed 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 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.

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