Who We Are
Beyond the River Academy is a collaboration of ordained Lutheran clergy who support persons seeking ministry that are faithful to the Word of God in Scripture and its right interpretation in the Lutheran Confessions. We surrender to the authority of Scripture and believe that salvation is through Jesus Christ alone.
THE NEED
Currently, there are thousands of small Lutheran churches without pastors to serve them. The average age of most Lutheran clergy is over 60 years. Unless something changes, this situation is only going to get worse.
THE SOLUTION
A 24 month course of study divided into 3 month increments for a total of 6 courses, followed by 2 years of contextual mentoring.
Required Courses:
1. Old Testament Survey
2. New Testament Survey
3. Early Church History
4. Lutheran History and Doctrine
5. Preaching and Worship Skills
6. Pastoral Development
New classes will be started at on the following dates (March 1, , July 1, & November 1). Many will complete a course in the 3-months, but no one is required to do so.
Following satisfactory completion of the 6 core courses you will be issued a Certificate of Completion.
Format:
--Distance Learning utilizing interactive internet, email, facebook, and the phone--with the Leadership Conference and LCMC Convention providing an opportunity for meeting face to face
--Weekly Reading Assignments
--Weekly Written Work (submitted to instructor by e-mail)
--Live Online Events using Skype and Webex
Mentoring Program
Two year program
Distance Learning Modules
Monthly Check-ins
2nd year evaluation
Continuing Education Modules
Available to the priesthood of believers (that means everyone!)
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