The mission of The United Methodist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. This course is designed to help lay servants, as well as other church leaders, consider some of the basic requirements of Christian transformational leaders in responding to this mission. Each chapter is based on scriptural foundations that undergird disciplines of Christian transformational leadership as well as best practice models of leadership with a specific emphasis on congregational vitality.
This course is a ten-hour offering for people who are seeking advanced certification as part of their lay servant training. Learners will engage in study of Scripture, self-evaluation of current leadership skills and disciplines, and discernment of new practices for leadership development. The course is intended to help participants engage in personal and group reflection and assessment.
Learners will need to obtain this book: Lay Servants as Christian Transformational Leaders
This course has been approved by Discipleship Ministries as an advanced course in Lay Servant Ministries. It provides the required 10 contact hours.
This course is eligible for 1.0 CEU.
Quick Info:
Number of weeks: 2
Price: $75
CEUs: 1.0
Required book: Yes
Blackboard: Yes
Zoom: No
Certification or Series: Yes (Lay Servant Ministries)
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About the Instructor
Mrs. Darla M. Thieler is the founder of Remnant Ministries, a multi-faceted outreach ministry founded in 1982. A Local Evangelist and Certified Lay Speaker with the Western Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church, she serves as a Bible teacher, conference leader, inspirational speaker, praise & worship leader, composer, theater arts performer/director, and much more. She began teaching with BeADisciple in 2017 where she has received certifications in instruction and evangelism, and she has online teaching experience with her local community college. Darla also serves as Director of Music for Calvin United Presbyterian Church (PCUSA).
The heart of Remnant Ministries began with the ministry at the juvenile detention centers. Raised in the United Methodist tradition, Darla’s life changed forever when she attended a Christian concert at a district event at 13. Believing that every person is precious to God, Darla and her husband, George, continue sharing this same message of hope at every opportunity. Darla’s heartfelt desire is to bring glory and honor to God. Her prayer is that through the Living Word of God, others will come to a saving knowledge of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and all God’s children will be encouraged to make a deeper commitment to grow in their relationship with Him.
For other courses by Darla: https://beadisciple.com/instructors/darla-thieler/
To contact Darla: bloodbot1@live.com
Past Learners Said…
“The instructor was very well versed on the Bible and gave us many examples of ways to see our church members, our Leaders, ourselves and our relationship to Jesus through Scripture. She is a wonderful, Spirit filled individual and a model for what a Christian is and how to become better.”
“I’m going to recommend this course as something to be taken to the members of laity at my church. This is truly a transformational course. The instructor did a great job of presenting the information to us. Her responses to our comments were insightful and informative.”
“Discussion questions are invaluable in understanding meaning of information presented in the book and reading other student’s posts provided a method to review my understanding and different approaches to situations that were presented. I especially liked the instructor’s responses. Not only were they “spot on” in demonstrating the instructor’s understanding of me, but also I was able to use her responses in understanding myself and at times, to change my approach to the given situations.”
“I thought the posts from the other students were so interesting. To me, they added insight into the minds of individuals who were in a similar situation with our churches. It made the learning experience even better for me. And the comments from our instructor were so uplifting and encouraging!”
“During this course, I learned more about myself and my role as a Christian Transformational Leader and how to apply this knowledge to my present situation. It also strengthened my belief in God, my faith, and how to use that faith in my journey to spread His Word.”
“I liked that the instructor to me is a hands on person and makes her courses interesting. She not only commented on and answered our comments but added her own discussion on the questions. I appreciated that. Thank you Darla.”
“I appreciated Darla’s comments and suggestions very much. Frequently she brought up a point or an applicable verse that helped me to see another angle or something I had not considered.”
“I learned a lot. The importance of Christian transformational leadership and how to practice this discipline in my ministry.”
