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Certificate IV in Ministry & Discipleship
New Horizons Church partnership with Alphacrucis University College
New Horizons Church has signed up with Alphacrucis University College to become a Local Church College.
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 the AC community and you will learn from experienced and recognised ministry leaders who will equip you for greater ministry effectiveness.
CERTIFICATE IV IN MINISTRY & DISCIPLESHIP
COURSE DESCRIPTION
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 the AC community and you will learn from experienced and recognised ministry leaders who will equip you for greater ministry effectiveness.
COURSE STRUCTURE
This course if completed through New Horizons Church will comprise 8 units of competency to be completed over two years part-time (one subject per term), and consist of:
6 Core units
2 Elective units (pre-selected by New Horizons Church)
WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNING
Although no minimum practicum or work-placement hours are required for the completion of this award, some course assessments may contain practical aspects. It is expected that candidates will be involved in some form of Christian ministry during their enrolment which will assist them in completing any assessment that includes practical components.
CORE SUBJECTS
-Personal Leadership
-Team Players and Teamwork
-Discipleship 1
-Discipleship 2
-God’s Story: The Bible
-Applying the Bible
ELECTIVES RUN BY NEW HORIZONS
-Good News to the Community
-Leading Teams
Alternate electives which can be taken independently through Alphacrucis University College
-Speaking from the Platform
-Introduction to Pastoral Care
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
If you are interested in registering for this course or finding out more, please register your interest below.
Alpha Course
Alpha is a series of interactive sessions that create a safe and honest space, online or in person, where people can explore life, faith and meaning. It is an environment for anyone and everyone who wants to explore life and the Christian faith, ask questions, and share their point of view.
If you're interested in running an Alpha course or joining one, register your interest below.
Everyday Evangelism
Afraid of appearing to ‘hard sell’ the gospel?You're not alone. Many Christians fail to respond to questions of faith that arise in everyday situations with family, neighbours and workmates.
This course is designed to give believers confidence to share their experience of God’s love and the saving work of Jesus Christ.
If you're interested in running an Everyday Evangelism course or joining one, register your interest below.
Growth Track
This short course helps people to know the story, vision, and purpose of New Horizons Church; explore the habits and beliefs that produce a more meaningful relationship with Christ; understand how God has gifted us for His purpose; and discover opportunities to contribute to the growth of the New Horizons Community.
If you're interested in joining a Growth Track course please register your interest below.
Life Explored
Sessions are designed to help people uncover what they’re really living for, and see how, in Christ, God meets their deepest desires for happiness.
If you're interested in running a Life Explored course or joining one, register your interest below. Or for more information you can visit their website.
Steps to Freedom
Four Week Course
Held at New Horizons Church Auditorium
This is a four week course focusing on
Hearing from God
The lies we believe
How truth sets us free
The power of inner vows
How the enemy gets a foothold
How rejection & trauma impacts us
What Forgiveness looks like
If interested, please register your interest below.
Register Your Interest
Church Address
28 Forest Street
Whittlesea VIC 3757
ABN: 96 385 362 762
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