The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary LEADERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAM COHORT 3 FALL 2016-2018
Tri-Cities Baptist Church is committed to the Great Commission through multiplying churches, pastors, and Christian leaders who are equipped and trained for the ministry. LOCAL CHURCH RESIDENCY + SEMINARY TRAINING LEADERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAM LOCAL CHURCH The local church is the community gathering of God s redeemed people. Regardless of one s specific calling he or she can be certain it is understood, encouraged, developed, and worked within the context of the local church. Therefore, it is the primary leadership training arena. SEMINARY The seminary is an institution providing a near unparalleled depth of knowledge and resources to assist the local church in training Christian leaders. The cooperative effort of the church to assemble the highest standard of formal education for pastors and church leaders is a blessing and an opportunity worthy of pursuing. COHORT The Leadership Training Cohort is a group of men and women, set apart for ministry, who deem their training best pursued in community, benefiting from the depth and resources of seminary, while experiencing and leading within the trenches of the local church. Page 2
Tri-Cities Leadership Training Cohort 3 The Tri-Cities Leadership Training Program uses a cohort model. What is a cohort? The term cohort can be defined as a group of individuals banded together for a purpose. In our setting, the cohort is a group of called Christian leaders for the common purpose of further developing their leadership competencies within the context of the local church. Every other fall Tri-Cities Leadership Training Program launches a new cohort. A cohort is assembled of 12 to 16 individuals who serve in a residency level supervised ministry experience at Tri-Cities Baptist Church or a partnering local church. Consequently, cohort members must live in the Tri-Cities area or be committed to relocate for the duration of the training program (21 months). Each cohort member is carefully interviewed to discern calling, character, competency, and capability of meeting the expectations of the program to completion. Minimally, all cohort members must meet the following expectations: - Profess to be an authentic follower of Jesus set apart for ministry. - Exhibit character and conduct worthy of our calling in Jesus Christ. - Share in the work, accountability, and edification of the training program. - Participate in all cohort training sessions. - Serve a minimum of 8 hours per week in an approved supervised ministry role. - Begin and maintain a diligent intent to complete the full program. (Consideration must be made in regards to time, finances, and ministry obligations.) Cohort 1 (Fall 2013 Spring 2015) graduated in May 2015. Hear their stories and read their comments. Cohort 2 began in August 2015 and continues to be a life changing experience for those involoved. Cohort 3 is now being assembled and will begin in August 2016. If you are interested and would like more information, visit this page. By filling out this form no commitments are being made, only initial interest is being communicated. *Students must meet The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary s academic requirements in order to be eligible for the Tri-Cities Baptist Church Leadership Training Cohort. Page 3
We are not the perfect church! We don t think we have it all figured out, ready to share our way as the way. That s not why we do this. We are a redeemed community of Jesus followers on mission together. We believe that mission rests in Biblical authority that charges the church to multiple, train, and send out leaders. The leadership training program is just one way we try to be good stewards of this aspect of our mission. To learn more about Tri-Cities Baptist Church visit our website www.tcbchurch.org or download our app and take the time to review the TCBC Guide. Page 4
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary The Tri-Cities Leadership Training Program strategically partners with The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary to offer a Masters of Arts in Church Ministries through the Billy Graham School of Missions, Evangelism and Ministry. Under the Lordship of Jesus Christ, the mission of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is to be totally committed to the Bible as the Word of God, to the Great Commission as our mandate, and to be a servant of the churches of the Southern Baptist Convention by training, educating, and preparing ministers of the gospel for more faithful service. To learn more about The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary visit our website: www.sbts.edu Page 5
I am so grateful for the opportunity to dig so deep into the Word of God and the accountability this program offers. - Ginger MASTER OF ARTS IN CHURCH MINISTRIES This is a proposed Degree Completion Plan (DCP) is designed to help students complete coursework through two campus visits in addition to online coursework in partnership with Tri-Cities Leadership Training program as well as receiving course credit while serving through Tri-Cities Baptist Church. If followed, it will allow the student to complete a Master of Arts degree in the Billy Graham School of Missions Evangelism and Ministry in as little as 2 years. EXAMPLE COURSEWORK SCHEDULE Fall 2016 (9 hours) Hybrid in Louisville 22100 Biblical Hermeneutics 20200 Introduction to Old Testament I 27060 Systematic Theology I Fall 2017 (10 hours) Hybrid in Louisville 22220 Introduction to New Testament II 20220 Intro to Old Testament II 27080 Systematic Theology III 44920 Applied Ministry Winter 2016/2017 (3 hours) 22200 Introduction to New Testament I (online) Spring 2017 (12 hours) 45260 Discipleship & Family Ministry 32100 Personal Evangelism 45250 Family Ministry Through the Lifespan 27070 Systematic Theology II (online) Winter 2017/2018 (3 hours) 26200 Southern Baptist Heritage and Mission (online) Spring 2018 (12 hours) 45400 Christian Teaching 45150 Worldview, Culture, & Discipleship 42410 Dynamics of Organizational Leadership 40200 The Worshipping Church (online) Summer 2017 (12 hours) 44790 Integrative Seminar: Leadership 32960 Intro to Missiology (online) 40160 Personal Spiritual Disciplines (online) Page 6
I am truly blessed to be able to study God s Word at this level. I get the privilege to study and work with my cohort, listen to gifted teachers and professors, and continue to serve my church. I am deeply thankful for all those who have afforded me this opportunity - Dustin ESTIMATED COSTS Tuition for The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is currently $267 per credit hour. The Masters in Church Ministries degree is 61 hours so tuition will total $16,287. Additional fees (some listed below), book costs, and travel expenses will also apply in addition to the tuition. FEE SCHEDULE TUITION AND OTHER REGISTRATION CHARGES The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary 2015/2016 - Subject to Change Application Fees (Non-refundable and not applicable to any other fees.) Application for admission $40.00 Student Enrollment Fees On-Campus per Semester Internet Fee (per online course) Internet per semester. Winter and Summer Term Service Fees Graduation Fee Transcript Fee Processing Fees Document Verification $260.00 $250.00 $50.00 $50.00 $200.00 $6.00 $30.00 Tuition for Professional Degree (Masters level) Per Hour - SBC Student $267 Page 7
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