One of the classes this winter quarter is "How Do I Pray for and/or Prepare for Ministry and Missions?"
First, I want to tell you what this class is NOT about.
It is not only for those who want to be a pastor or missionary.
It is not an automatic seal for ministry approval.
Who is this class for?
If you want to pray more for ministry and missions, this class is for you.
If you want to learn more about full-time ministry and/or missions, this class is for you.
If you want to learn more about ministries in the local church, especially Trinity Baptist Church, with the purpose of praying, refocusing on what God is doing through the ministry, and learning more about the ministry of TBC.
What is meant by ministry and missions?
Here is a list to think about:
- International missions
- local missions and ministry
- pastors
- elders
- deacons and deaconesses
- teachers of adults, youth, and children
What is the class going to cover?
Several definitions of what ministry and missions are.
Importance of the Bible for personal, spiritual growth and understanding ministry and mission.
Importance of prayer for personal, spiritual growth and ministry and mission.
The character of a leader
The challenges facing a leader
Men in ministry and missions
Women in ministry and missions
Teaching and Serving Helps
Elders, Deacons, Deaconesses, and the Congregation