Do you want to grow deeper in your relationship with God while gaining ministry skills and bible knowledge?

We run a nationally accredited Bible College right here in Point Cook, facilitated by our own church pastors and leaders.

 

A key component of the vision of Lightpoint Church is to RAISE generational disciples so you can be RELEASED into your God given potential. One way we do this is by offering a nationally accredited Certificate IV in Ministry & Discipleship program run right here in our local area. This program combines the teaching of key Australian leaders, through online lectures from Alphacrucis College, the national training college of the Australian Christian Churches (ACC), with the coaching and facilitation of our own church pastors and leaders. You will study and learn together with fellow church members and participate in placement subjects right here at Lightpoint Church.

ABOUT THE COURSE

Ministry demands a range of unique skills that are relevant for the vocational pastor, their key team members, and emerging leaders across all ministry areas. Our Cert IV introduces immediately applicable and transferable skills in understanding the bible, discipling others, personal leadership, and reaching and caring for people. Some of the units you can study focus on understanding the Bible and how to apply it, how to be an effective ministry team player and leader, how to provide foundational pastoral care, how to introduce new believers into the beliefs and practices of the church and how to disciple established believers to grow in their relationship with God and capacity for ministry. Join our community and you will learn from experienced and recognised ministry leaders who will equip you for greater ministry effectiveness.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

The purpose of this course is to equip Christians with the foundational skills necessary to minister and disciple within a church. These include skills in the following areas:

• Personal and spiritual formation

• Biblical knowledge and interpretation

• Theological knowledge and application

• Discipleship and evangelism

• Teamwork and leadership

• Pastoral care

This course is intended to provide participants with the following general education outcomes:

• Ability to apply critical reflection and spiritual disciplines to facilitate personal and spiritual growth in oneself and other Christians

• Demonstration of a broad understanding of the Old Testament and New Testament

• Demonstration of a broad understanding of foundational Christian theology

• Ability to apply knowledge of pastoral ministry to a broad range of church ministry contexts

• Demonstration of contextualisation skills facilitating the application of theology within contemporary ministry

• Demonstration of general research skills, particularly the ability to gather, understand and evaluate information

COURSE DURATION

We offer this course on a Part Time basis for the duration of 2 years so that your workload is manageable and your work/life balance in maintained. That means you’ll have 1 unit per school term. If you would like to finish the course in 1 year, you can do additional subjects via correspondence. There will be no study group sessions for correspondence subjects.

TIME COMMITMENT

Study group and mentoring sessions are held weekly with the exclusion of school holidays. Meetings are held locally to Point Cook.

COURSE COMMENCEMENT DATE

Enrolments are taken throughout the year, starting in January. Please submit an enquiry for more information and to obtain the application form. Fees There are 8 units to complete this course. The 2023 price is $412.50 per unit (1 unit per term). A monthly payment plan can be arranged for those who need it.

*Please note fees are subject to change.

Testimonials

What others have to say.
Estelle, 2020 graduate

I haven't studied in years and I'm definitely not a big reader, but having the support of mentors and attempting the course alongside others opened a world of great discussions and a wealth of knowledge as we shared and journeyed together. My favourite subject was possibly The Old Testiment and discovering reference and the fulfilment of prophesies in the New Testiment. Need to develop a fresh desire to dig into the Word? Do Bible College!

Kath, 2021 graduate

I decided to enrol in bible college in order to expand my knowledge of scripture and Christian disciplines. I was looking forward to the accountability and challenge of intensive study. While growth in these were definitely an outcome I also discovered new passions, delved deeper into questions of faith and overcame challenges which lead me to encounter God in an even more personal and meaningful way. I believe bible college equipped me for ministry and I would recommend Bible college to anyone who wants to surrender more completely to Gods plans for their life.

Liz, 2018 class

I enjoyed the course content and learnt a lot but my favorite part of the experience was having the study group meetings locally and with the members and leaders of Lightpoint.

Deb, 2018 class

Bible College was about rediscovering my knowledge about Christian foundations but also about developing new perspectives on scripture and ministry You never know what God is going to reveal to you.

HOW DO I REGISTER?

Send in your enquiry below and registration forms will be sent to you via email.

Expression Of Interest

Are you interested in enrolling in the Certificate IV in Ministry course? Please fill out the form below, and our Bible College team will be in contact with you.


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