Hillsong London Ministry School Advanced 2014/2015

Hillsong Church London is committed to making disciples, raising leaders and seeing people healthy in spirit, soul and body who are equipped for life and their call to serve in God's house and influence their world for Christ.

This is your invitation to choose a forum of study that fits your goals, availability and interests. So in addition to the life-changing teaching you receive each week in church, why not map out your journey and choose courses that will equip you for the specific exciting journey God has ahead for you in your personal growth, life, leadership and ministry.

Ministry School Advanced

Ministry School Advanced caters for those who want a more in-depth study of the Word through part-time study. Each Autumn/Spring subject runs for 14 weeks, giving time and space to explore key topics more thoroughly. Each Summer subject runs for 7 weeks. These subjects are taken from our full time college Certificate IV in Ministry course (located in Hillsong Australia). You can choose to enrol in Ministry School Advanced for one subject at a time, or for a whole year (3 subjects).

If you complete all three subjects over the course of one year, you will be awarded with a certificate of completion for one year of Hillsong Ministry School Advanced. If you complete all ten subjects over the course of three years, you will be awarded with a certificate of completion for Hillsong Ministry School Advanced.

SUBJECTS AVAILABLE IN 2014/15:

Autumn 2014: Old Testament Introduction

This subject provides you with an introduction to the Old Testament and consideration of God’s progressive revelation of Himself through the Old Testament. You will learn how God revealed Himself through Creation and the history of Israel, and how He prepared His people for the fulfilment of His plans in Jesus Christ.

Begins September 10, 2014 and runs for 14 weeks.

Spring 2015: New Testament Introduction

This subject provides you with an overview of the New Testament and each of the books, linking it to its historical background, the ministry of Jesus and the growth of the early church. You will also develop the knowledge and skills required to read and study the New Testament for your own personal growth and for use in ministry.

Begins January 14, 2015 and runs for 14 weeks

Summer 2015: Personal Evangelism

This subject will help you develop your Christian evangelistic lifestyle and your ability to build appropriate relationships with non-Christians. You will also learn to share your own testimony in a constructive and concise manner without using Christian terms

Begins May 13, 2015 and runs for 7 weeks.

SUBJECTS AVAILABLE IN 2015/2016:

Autumn 2015: Church History

This subject sketches an overview of the history of the church starting from the Book of Acts and the day of Pentecost through to the birth of the Pentecostal Church in the 20th Century. The topics covered include the Apostolic period, Paul's church planting, the Roman Empire and persecution of the church, the east and west divide, the Reformation, Catholicism and Protestantism and much more (14 weeks).

Spring 2016: Christian Doctrine

This subject aims to explore and discuss the key doctrines that define the Christian faith. In this subject, we learn about our Humanity, our Creator and Heavenly Father, our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, the person and work of The Holy Spirit, and the Church. We address each topic on the basis of Scripture and its theological development over the course of history. We then apply this to our modern day perspective; for you personally and our Christian community (14 weeks).

Summer 2016: Spirit Filled Living

This subject covers many aspects of the Holy Spirit including Jesus and the Holy Spirit, gifts of tongues and interpretation, learning to minister in power, divine healing, laying on of hands, baptism of the Holy Spirit and walking in the Holy Spirit (7 weeks).

SUBJECTS AVAILABLE IN 2016/2017:

Autumn 2016: Mission & Culture

This subject explores the world of Missions, and how Christian mission has developed and morphed in different cultures throughout history. You will examine topics such as worldview, western and non-western mission and missions in Australia. Cross cultural communication and intercultural relationships will also be studied in the light of our globalised world, giving you tools and insight into effective missions in the 21st century (14 weeks).

Spring 2017: Biblical Studies (Exodus & Psalms)

This subject takes an in-depth look at key scriptures which shape our understanding of life with God. These two very different books of the Bible provide an insight into the character of Israel, a people freed from slavery and called to live as a community marked by justice, worship and the faithful presence of their Redeemer. Together the Psalms and Exodus act as pillars for our understanding of the Old Testament, providing a context for the mission of Jesus and offering timeless wisdom into today's complex world. This subject is designed to guide students through the testimony of Israel's encounters with the living God, and apply the principles from the journey to everyday Christian life (14 weeks).

Summer 2017: Biblical Studies (The Book of Revelation)

Our final class is a considered excursion through the Book of Revelation. We will bring this remarkable book to life as we explore the language, imagery and events featured throughout its writing. These sessions will challenge you as you comprehend that Jesus is more than who we realise (7 weeks).

COST

Enrollment for Ministry School Advanced is:

• £100 per subject (14 weeks, or £50 for the 7 week subjects in summer)
• £160 for two subjects (14 weeks x 2)
• £200 for one year (14 weeks x 2 plus 7 weeks x 1).

More details and Frequently Asked Questions can be found here.

* At times, the subjects and/or dates offered may need to change. In such circumstances, we will endeavour to provide a suitable alternative subject and/or date.