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Pre-requisites for this class are IFDC910
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This course engages both the terms “rural” and “practical theology” in ways that allow for application and inspiration of the Holy Spirit in rural ministry. As rural life looks very different depending upon context, this course allows for application which provides fewer solid answers, and more a toolbox for engaging in ministry.
The course includes weekly virtual meetings, readings, course postings, a project which allows for application of the material learned in the course.
Learners are required to have the following book for this class:
- God’s Country, by Brad Roth
- Exploring Theology: Foundations for Learning (2014) by Elaine Robinson
In addition to Blackboard discussion there will be required weekly zoom sessions. The day and time of the sessions will be determined by the class, after the first session. The meeting will be recorded.
This course is eligible for 3.0 CEU.
Quick Info:
Number of weeks: 6
Price: $125
CEUs: 3.0
Required books: Yes
Blackboard: Yes
Zoom: Yes, required
Part of a certification or series of courses?: Yes (IFD Certification in Rural Ministry)
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About the Instructor
Sandi Perl has extensive experience with rural ministry, in addition to decades of academic training. She has lived in rural upstate New York all her life, and “big” churches in her community routinely have fewer than 250 persons in attendance. As a Licensed Local Minister in the United Methodist Church, she served 15 years in rural ministry before her retirement in 2022. In addition to bachelor’s degrees in social work and in management, Sandy has earned a master’s degree in education, a master’s degree in divinity, and a Doctor of Ministry degree.
