 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: 2010
Winter - Spring:
- Introduction to Pastoral Care – the Reverend
Barbara Sims-King, Instructor
Saturdays: January 16, February 27, March 20
Location: First Christian Church, Griffin, Georgia
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Lunch provided by the Church; donations appreciated
- Introduction to the First Testament – The TANAKH
– Dr. Burdett Wantland, Instructor
Saturdays: February 13, March 6, March 20
Location: Sandy Springs Christian Church
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Lunch: Boxed Lunches – bring $8-$9 for lunch
- Christian Education – the Reverend Landa Harris
Simmons, Instructor
Saturdays: March 27, April 10, May 1
Location: Sandy Springs Christian Church
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Lunch: Students will go together to a local restaurant – Bring $10
- Introduction to New Testament – Dr. Burdett Wantland, Instructor
Saturdays: April 10, April 24, May 15
Location: First Christian Church, Griffin, Georgia
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Lunch provided by the Church; donations appreciated
Cost: Tuition is $100 per course, payable at the first session
or by other written agreement. Books will range from $30 to $60 per
course, and will be available for those who have pre-registered at least
two weeks prior to the beginning of the course. Payment for books is due
at the first session or by other written agreement. Scholarships are
available for tuition. Contact Bob Harris at 1-800-235-2496.
Lunch will usually be between 7 and 10 dollars each Saturday.
Students are encouraged to bring a snack. Total class time for each
class is 24 hours. These courses are on the curriculum approved by the
Commission on Ministry of the Christian Church in Georgia for Licensed
and Commissioned Ministry.
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
that is part of the "Order of Ministry" Resolution passed by the 2009 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. |
