Multimodal Course Design

PURPOSE

The purpose of this project is to design and implement a seminary-based multimodal vocational pastoral training ministry for sustained spiritual health in both pastor and parish. The purpose of the research, writing and implementation of the project can be understood in this infographic.

DELIVERY SYSTEM

The 12-month training and mentoring program is called the Pastoral Training Model. The curriculum will include:

E-LEARNING LECTURES

In-depth teaching on the core competencies from leading pastoral practitioners is provided via asynchronous delivery on our learning management system (LMS).

VERBATIM

Fellows create a carefully documented record of each month’s core competency area that is then used for discussion, theological reflection, and learning from senior fellows and supervisors.

ROUND TABLE DISCUSSIONS

Fellows bring their verbatim readings and reflections to think through a series of carefully crafted questions by supervisors, peers, and family members, respectively.

VIDEO TEACHING

Appropriate pre-produced video teaching segments. Learn conveniently with modern technology.

ONLINE DISCUSSION

Monthly online cohort discussions provide an opportunity to learn in the community with other fellows. Competencies are shaped in a community under the guidance of a senior fellow.

THEOLOGICAL REFLECTION

Monthly, personal interaction with a senior fellow, like Dr. Milton, Dr. George Grant, or another qualified pastor-scholar.

FINAL PROJECT

The final project encompasses a pastoral response to a real-world church issue.

GRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE CREDIT

Some seminaries will evaluate your work and award credit for Master of Divinity (for a “fourth-year” of seminary) or advanced academic or professional degrees (e.g., ThM, DMin.). Check with, e.g., Erskine Seminary at https://seminary.erskine.edu or another seminary.

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A Partnership of Faith for Living, and the D. James Kennedy Institute of Reformed Leadership.