ethnic ministry training manatū whakangungu mātāwaka
ethnic ministry training
manatū whakangungu mātāwaka
Do you want to be more effective for God’s kingdom as you serve and minister in your church and wider New Zealand context? Carey provides ministry training to a variety of churches and their emerging leaders. The programme focuses on equipping believers who have a non-English speaking background. You will join with students from around the world to study and develop for future service and leadership in your church and enhance the gifts God has given you. Learning alongside believers from other countries, you will deepen your understanding of God, the bible, culture, preaching, family and growing God’s kingdom.
Ethnic Ministry Training AIM Ministry training for believers in the New Zealand context. WHAT DOES THIS PROGRAMME OFFER? An opportunity to deepen your understanding of God and Ministry leadership alongside like-minded people seeking to serve churches in New Zealand. You will study a range of topics designed to increase your knowledge and skill. WHAT DOES THE PROGRAMME COST? Because this is a sponsored programme, the fee is reduced to $100 per course. Some scholarships are available
WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I RECEIVE? Students who successfully complete the full programme (Year 1 & Year 2) will receive a Carey Certificate in Ministry Training (non-NZQA). WHAT DOES THE PROGRAMME REQUIRE? Participants will meet on Thursday evenings 6 - 9.15pm. The programme is two courses each semester (four courses per year) for two years.
In 2019 both practical and theoretical subjects will be taught. These include: • Inductive Bible study
• Introduction to the New Testament
• Practical Insights for Ministry
• Introduction to Preaching
Graduate Profile
Dr Beulah Wood
As a graduate of the programme you will:
BA BO DMin in Preaching.
Dr Beulah Wood is an experienced communicator and has written over 35 books and booklets published in NZ, UK, USA and India.
Develop as a thinking Christian for your people and your church. Gain skills in Bible, public speaking, and Christian living.
Cross-cultural teaching was Dr Wood’s daily work when she taught Preaching and Theology of Family at South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies in India for many years.
Grow in your understanding and adaptation to Kiwi culture.
Beulah has a BA from Auckland University, a BD from Melbourne. She gained her Doctor of Ministry in Preaching through Gordon-ConweII Theological Seminary in the US. Her dissertation was on Creativity for Preaching.
Gain the training you felt was lacking as you endeavoured to serve God.
Writing on family has become a ministry passion. She encourages mutually uplifting relationships between husbands and wives, parents and children and equips men and women to pass this message on.
Achieve a recognised Carey Baptist College certificate (the English used will be uncomplicated, giving a welcoming environment for people).
Beulah is joined by a team of qualified and experienced lecturers.
This course has been really good. I like it very much and appreciate it. It’s widened my perspective and horizon especially coming from a country where we have a totally different perspective on things. I’m not sure if there are many courses like this where you can meet so many beautiful people from different countries—it has been amazing.”
Danilo Ninal
Ethnic Ministry Training Student
Carey Baptist College is excited for this opportunity of learning and growth in understanding the Bible and Church leadership. Our teaching team are committed to providing a great programme of study, spiritual growth and fellowship with other church leaders. We would love you to join us and others who are committed to the call of God and to the life and mission of the church.”
Jonny Weir
Director of Ministry Training, Carey Baptist College
473 Great South Road, Penrose Auckland 1061, New Zealand PO Box 12149, Penrose Auckland 1642, New Zealand T +64 9 525 4017 / 0800 773 776 F +64 525 4096 E enquiries@carey.ac.nz
carey.ac.nz Information For further information to discuss whether the Ethnic Ministry Training programme at Carey is right for you, email ministrytraining@carey.ac.nz or call or email: Beulah Wood Programme Leader
Wendy Budge Programme Coordinator
E beulah.wood@carey.ac.nz
T 09 526 6590 M wendy.budge@carey.ac.nz
This programme has been made possible through funding provided by the TabTrust