IFD612 – Futureproofing Faith: Revitalizing Churches in the 21st Century

Course Dates: January 13 – 24, 2025 Click here to be emailed when new dates are posted This two-week course is a transformative event designed for church leaders and members who are facing challenges in growth and impact. It offers strategic insights and practical tools to revitalize struggling churches, emphasizing adaptability and sustainability while respecting…

IFDC1540 – Administering Successful Spiritual Gifts-based Ministries

Course Dates: March 17 – May 2, 2025 (no class during Holy Week, 4/14-18) Pre-requisites for this class are IFDC1510, IFDC1520 & IFDC1530 Need the password? Contact us In this six-week course, learners will engage practical tools and resources to broaden or refresh their (personal) gifts-based ministry while also exploring the principles of the gifts-based ministry approach as an organizational…

IFDC720 – Patterned by Grace: How Liturgical Theologies Shape the Church

Course Dates: October 14 – November 22, 2024 This course is an introduction to the history and theologies of Christian worship for persons involved in leading the assembly. Building upon key Biblical themes, the course offers learners an overview of liturgical patterns and understandings, with special attention to the United Methodist (or each learner’s own…