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The link college is every 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month and co-ordinates courses in partnership with Southern Cross College. See details below.....

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The Local Church Certificate provides a unique opportunity to develop and connect the body of Christ. Based upon Southern Cross College's excellent e-learning modules, students spend time reflecting and studying in the comfort of their local church.

The program is designed to resource individuals and is further complemented when a group of students join together in their local church to discuss what has been learned. It is at this point the local church has an integral part to play.
A facilitator oversees the group, encouraging and providing guidance with the course material. Eight subjects are covered, providing the students with a sound, practical grounding in the Word of God.

The fieldwork component of the course provides 25% hands-on training in the local church, a valuable asset to any Senior Pastor.

This program is an amazing opportunity to not only empower the individual but will also provide a safe environment in which to develop relationships. Regardless of your background or age group, this course brings with it the uniting bond of the Word and invariably, community.

 

COURSE UNITS

Introduction to the Old Testament

The Old Testament is both strangely familiar and totally foreign to most of us. We will explore the major themes of the Old Testament in order to know better the God revealed therein.

Introduction to the New Testament

We each need to develop a better understanding of this foundational document of the Christian faith. We address the history, theology and themes of the New Testament.

God, Creation & Redemption

What do we believe and how should it affect our lives? Theology is the very practical exercise of 'faith seeking understanding'. We start with the theory and practive of theology and then examine the Christian doctrines of God, Creation and Redemption.

Spirit, Church & Growth

We continue our survey of the major doctrines of Christianity, looking at the Holy Spirit, the Church and the Christian hope and demonstrating their relevance to the Christian life.

Leadership Principles

Both within the church and in society there is evidence of rapid change concerning the place of leadership and management practices. We look at the place of leadership and various approaches to leadership within the Church.

Evangelism

Evangelism is an essential expression of healthy Christian faith. We examine the components of effective evangelism and discipleship, and emphasise the empowering role of the Holy Spirit in evangelism.

Fieldwork 1: Introduction to Church Ministries

Provides opportunity for exposure to the theory and practice of various church ministries including: the components of Sunday meetings, children's ministry, youth ministry, small groups, church administration, and counseling.

Fieldwork 2: Church Leadership

Provides opportunity to participate in specific ministry functions including: leading a prayer meeting, preparing and delivering a message for children and/or youth, worship leading, altar ministry, and visitation.