Practical Church Ministry
Practical Church Ministry offers hands-on training through a local church mentor in leadership, pastoral care, discipleship, and outreach strategies. Gain essential skills for effective ministry, navigate real-world challenges, and make a meaningful impact in your church community.
"Let's face it. The church is not yet prepared or equipped for the coming of Jesus Christ. This program is for those filled with the spirit and power of Elijah, commissioned to Prepare the Way." ~ Dr. Jason Hunt
Program Outline
This sample outline is for the Associate of Practical Church Ministry. All program outlines are subject to change based on student needs and program objectives.
Battle for the Body
Battle for the Body is a Divine Healing Course exploring the intersection of faith, prayer, and physical wellness. Delve into biblical principles, testimonies, and practical strategies for pursuing divine healing. Equip yourself to engage in spiritual warfare and minister effectively to those seeking healing in body and soul.
Fundamental Doctrines
Fundamental Christian Doctrines explores core beliefs, including the Trinity, salvation, and the Bible's authority. Deepen your faith and understanding of foundational Christian teachings.
The Voice of God
This course explains how God speaks to men today and how to find His general and specific plans for life. A Christian model for decision-making is presented, along with guidelines for overcoming wrong decisions, steps to take if you have missed the will of God, and methods of dealing with questionable practices.
Understanding the Holy Spirit
​This study focuses on the ministry of the Holy Spirit, spiritual fruit, and spiritual gifts. Students are guided in discovery of their own spiritual gifts and position of ministry in the Body of Christ.
Spiritual Warfare
This course moves beyond the natural world and into that of the Spirit. Tactics of the adversary are analyzed and strategies of spiritual warfare are explained.
Walking the Narrow Path
Jesus said in the book of Matthew that the road to destruction is wide and many people will follow it. But that the narrow path would be difficult and there would be few that find it. This course will focus on finding the narrow path and explore how the believer is to walk upon it.
Elective
Elective courses ranging from food preservation and making fishing lures to carving spoons, wooden bowls, and backpacking are all potential options when choosing an elective class.
Evangelism
In the Evangelism Course, you will learn practical strategies for sharing the Gospel. Explore communication techniques, cultural sensitivity, and actionable methods to reach diverse audiences with the message of hope and salvation.