Lay Worker's Training

Program Overview

School of Ministry not only exists to provide training for those who sense a call to ministry but to equip lay persons interested in effective ministry within the local church. The Lay Workers track will not only offer instruction but it will also include a Practicum for hands-on experience and mentoring by the local pastor. Here are some of the highlights:

Biblically based training for every lay worker and church board member
Consistent with the Assemblies of God “16 Fundamental Truths.”
Taught by successful, qualified, ministers from across the state
New innovative techniques and resources for all ministries
Hands-on Practicum offering on-the-job supervision and mentoring
Forms relationships with like-minded peers.

Who should take this?

Every lay ministry worker
Youth and Children's leaders
Sunday School Teachers
Anyone wanting to enlarge their ministry skills by gaining knowledge and hands-on training

Required Classes

Old Testament Survey
New Testament Survey
Evangelism
Introduction to Pentecostal Doctrine
Beginning Practicum

Elective Classes (Choose 4 of the following)

Leadership Skills
Prayer and Worship
Foundations for Children's Ministry
Foundations for Youth Ministry
Church Administration, Law, and Finance
Relationships and Ethics in MInistry