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GENERAL INFORMATION
The Illinois School of Ministry is a vital support to the ministry endeavor of churches and pastors. Combining both classroom knowledge with experience, this is a valuable tool that the Holy Spirit can use to further equip those called to ministry. Clergy and laypersons who understand not only “what to do” but “why to do it” will be far more effective than those who “just do it.”
Our school will integrate spiritual formation, relationship building, and academic achievement to provide a unique learning experience. Students will not only acquire knowledge necessary for obtaining ministerial credentials, but will also develop character and the skills essential for effective ministry.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The Illinois District School of Ministry exists to provide training for those sensing a call to ministry, whether as credentialed ministers of the Assemblies of God, or as equipped laypersons within the local church. The school seeks to promote a unified purpose for ministry within the Fellowship, providing doctrinal and practical instruction, based upon common core values and shared ministry goals.
Subscribing fully to the Statement of Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God, Illinois School of Ministry is committed to proclaim and support the principles and polity of the Assemblies of God. Additionally, our school commits itself to provide training courses that meet District and General Council educational requirements for ministerial credentials.
STRUCTURE
Classes are conducted once a month, eight times a year. Two courses are offered each month, one for each of Level I and Level II tracks (see below). Students participate in eight hours (8) of classroom instruction, with a three hour class session on Friday evening from 6 to 9 PM, and five hours on Saturday from 9 AM to 2 PM. A final exam is taken and scored on the Saturday of the seminar.
Prior to class, each student is required to work through the course text overview. A minimum of ten (10) hours of preparatory work is necessary. Combining preparatory time with classroom time, students will have invested eighteen (18) hours per course.
The classroom instruction provides an overview of the material, practical applications, testing, and opportunity for questions and discussion. Instructors use personal experience and a variety of teaching methods.
Our instructors are either ordained ministers or college professors. As such, they will become natural mentors as they build relationships and share experiences with our students. In addition, faculty advisors will be available to provide accountability and guidance for the students.
To contact our office, email isom@idcag.org
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