School Of Ministry

The CLI School of Ministry exists to equip God’s people to become ministers after God’s heart, to do His worK, and to build up the church, the body of Christ.

WHAT IS THE GOAL/PURPOSE OF THE SCHOOL OF MINISTRY?

For individuals within CLI to receive training and formal ministerial credentials. Individuals have 2 credentialing options:

1) A Ministry Certificate acknowledging the individual’s hard work and accomplishment.

2) A Ministry Credential (License/Ordination) that provides an opportunity for formal ministry. 

  • Three main courses follow CLI's Disciple University semester schedule. The courses offered depend on the credentialing option that an individual chooses. See the School Of Ministry page on the church website for more information, or take a brochure.  

    In addition to these 3 large 10-week courses, 2- week Hermeneutical courses will be taught that teach the basis of how to read and interpret the Word of God.

  • 1. Apply for the School of Ministry (items can be done in any order)

    2. Attend & participate in the Theology & Spiritual Formation course

    3. Attend & participate in the Hermeneutics course

    4. Complete Independent Study on one Synoptic Gospel & the Gospel of John

    5. Attend an Encounter Retreat

    6. Faithfully tithe to Christian Life International

    7. Agree and adhere to the beliefs of our parent organization, the IPHC.

    These can be found HERE

  • 1. Apply for the School of Ministry

    2. Attend & participate in the Theology, Spiritual Formation, and Practicum course

    3. Attend & participate in the Hermeneutics course

    4. Complete Independent Study on one Synoptic Gospel & the Gospel of John

    5. Complete Independent Study on one Pauline epistle (Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians) and one book of the Bible of your choice

    6. Engage in an area of ministry for a minimum of 10 weeks during the Practicum course

    7. Attend an Encounter Retreat

    8. Be open to accountability from a Staff Pastor.

    9. For ordination, a second level of courses will be offered. More information to come.

    10. Faithfully tithe to Christian Life International11. Agree and adhere to the beliefs of our parent organization, the IPHC.

    These can be found HERE

  • PRACTICUM

    Have you ever wondered what it would be like to serve as a minister in a church or outreach ministry?

    Through Practicum, School of Ministry students will hear from several different ministers who serve as lead pastors, care and hospitality pastors, teachers, evangelists, worship leaders, administrative pastors, Biblical counselors, children’s ministry workers, youth group leaders, and church grounds/maintenance caretakers. 

    Each guest speaker will give time for questions and answers to allow the students to fully understand and appreciate the beautiful tapestry of God’s callings and giftings that freely flow through the church.

    CLASS BEGINS FEBRUARY 2, 2025

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