Ministry Masterclasses are one-week intensive courses designed for church leaders and pastors alike, equipping and empowering you for fruitful ministry and are offered both online and in person at our campus.

Deep dive into ministry and leadership topics taught by exceptional professors who are both theologians and ministry practitioners.

You can choose to take just one course or sign up for all three—whatever best fits your schedule and ministry goals.

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS

David Campbell Teacher. Author. Church Founder

Teaching Intermediate Hermeneutics: Interpreting the Book of Revelation
Learn more about David here.

Dr. Chris Palmer Dean of Ministry & Theology at Southeastern University

Teaching Homiletics: The Art & Skill of Biblical Preaching
Learn more about Chris here.

Bryan Ferguson Local Church Pastor for over 20 years

Teaching Pastoral Care: The Heart & Skill of Shepherding

  • Instructor: Bryan Ferguson

    Pastoral counseling demands spiritual and emotional stamina. This course introduces the essential foundational skills for competent care while emphasizing the counselor’s own spiritual health. Students will be trained in basic counseling techniques and learn to navigate the ethical and theological context, benefits, and limitations of pastoral care. Central to the curriculum is the biblical imperative for self-care, exploring it through academic research and seasoned practitioner experience. We will explore the Holy Spirit’s role and practically integrate spiritual disciplines to ensure the long-term effectiveness and health of the pastor. 

    Schedule
    Online + In Person

    • Introductory Class: Monday, January 12, 6:30–9:30 pm 

    • Week Intensive: February 9-13, 6:30–9:30 pm 

    • Concluding Class: Monday, April 6, 6:30–9:30 pm 

    This course will be offered in-person, online + on- demand.

  • Instructor: Chris Palmer

    This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of Christian preaching. Students will explore the theological foundations and biblical principles of effective sermon preparation and delivery. The course will equip students with the practical skills needed to craft and deliver engaging, biblically sound, and contextually relevant sermons for various ministry settings. Students will research, prepare, and deliver sermons, and receive constructive feedback to help them grow as effective, Spirit-filled preachers. 

    Schedule

    • Introductory Class: Tuesday, January 13, 9 am -12 pm

    • Week Intensive: February 23-27, 9 am-12 pm 

    • Concluding Class: Tuesday, April 7, 9 am-12 pm

      This course will be offered only in-person.

  • Instructor: David Campbell

    This course will emphasize understanding the historical-cultural and literary contexts of the texts. Key topics include genre analysis (how to interpret narrative, poetry, prophecy, etc.), the problem of meaning and authorial intent, and principles for moving from exegesis (what the text meant) to hermeneutics (what it means today). Students will apply these skills to contemporary ethical and doctrinal issues. Through this course, students will be able to exegete texts with greater precision, critically assess interpretive claims, and articulate a coherent interpretive framework for their own study and life. 

    Schedule

    • Introductory Class: Wednesday, January 14, 6:30–9:30 pm 

    • Week Intensive: January 19–23, 6:30–9:30 pm 

    • Concluding Class: Wednesday, April 8, 6:30–9:30 pm 

      This course will be offered in-person, online + on- demand.

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