This certificate program is comprised of 3 independent courses rooted in biblical teachings and child development and one Intercultural Competency course. Through lecturing, hands-on activities and small group projects, students will be introduced to the mission/vision of Children’s Ministry, practical application...

This module will explore the nature of disenfranchised grief by understanding the language of grief and loss. Disenfranchised grief can include suicide, traumatic death, and other losses that are challenging to process because they are unacknowledged avoided, or not legitimized. The second part of this module will...

An overview of current ethical concerns, including a lack of governance (differences between reporting and monitoring); the clash between individual autonomy (freedom to choose how to die) and vulnerability (disability, poverty, and mental illness); lowered access to other kinds of care (palliative care, home care...

Much of our work with the Enneagram focuses on understanding our type and developing ways to be less defended, to be less often thinking, feeling and behaving on automatic. There are other complimentary and critical ways to work as well.

Christians engaged in all forms of ministry regularly encounter issues related to mental health—both in their own lives and in the lives of those they serve. Opportunities to explore how mental health and spiritual health intersect and interact are greatly needed. You are invited to bring your experiences,...