Advanced Certification of Local Church Ministry
Academic Level
Diploma/Degree
Duration
9-12 Months
Assessment
Yes. Certificate of Completion
Study Method
Online
Advanced Certification of Local Church Ministry Overview
The Advanced Certification of Local Church Ministry qualification is specifically designed to help people prepare to enter into full-time ministry. This qualification allows you to develop real-life ministry training while furthering your leadership skills, biblical and theological knowledge. You will be equipped with the skills needed to lead a local church ministry team.
Graduates of the Advanced Certification of Local Church Ministry will be equipped with the skills they need for a wide range of leadership and ministry roles. Many graduates go into leadership roles, such as associate pastor, youth pastor and worship pastor, where they are using the leadership, biblical and ministry skills they have developed. Others have gone into key ministry roles, where they are primarily using their highly developed ministry, pastoral, creative and administrative gifts to help their church move forward.
Who is the Advanced Certification of Local Church Ministry for
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The Advanced Certification of Local Church Ministry is the perfect qualification for those looking to enter into local church ministry full-time.
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It is also ideal for those who seek to lead a ministry team such as associate pastor, youth pastor, children’s pastor or worship pastor.
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It also provides a great foundation for key ministry roles, for those primarily using their highly developed administrative, ministry, pastoral and creative gifts.
What you will learn
Formation of Self
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How to reflect on past personal experience and present core principles, in order to devise a health and wholeness plan for Christian living and continuing personal formation.
Jesus. Kingdom. Gospel.
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How to understand the life and ministry of Jesus as described by the four gospel narratives.
God’s Call Your Response
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How to move towards what God is calling you to do and become the person God is calling you to be.
Authentic Leadership
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How to become an authentic leader, who recruits and develops a highly motivated team in pursuit of kingdom objectives whilst always making time for spiritual reflection.
Theology - Ministry in the Spirit
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How to discern insights, revelation and promptings given by the Holy Spirit and when they are for private edification or the edification of others. You will grow in the expressions of gifts and fruit of the Holy Spirit and when to act on promptings of the Holy Spirit in accordance with biblical guidelines.
Emotional Intelligence & Productive Teams
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How to integrate concepts of self, and the principles and skills required to work effectively with people in a workplace or ministry context.
Pastoral Care: Certified
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How to care for people pastorally, and be equipped with tools and teaching within good pastoral care systems.
Sermon Design & Delivery
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How to develop and deliver engaging sermons that build audience rapport in a contemporary ministry setting. You will develop clear and coherent sermon outlines ensuring biblical accuracy with your authentic style.
Included Courses
This course is designed to equip students with the skills & knowledge to critically reflect on past personal experience and present core principles, in order to devise a health and wholeness plan for Christian living and continuing personal formation.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Formations of Self – Course Introduction
- A Transformational Approach to Life
- Two Processes: Self Discovery & God Discovery
- Spiritual Disciplines – Personal & Corporate
- Spiritual Disciplines – Practicalities
- 7Retrospective Reflections
- Retrospective Analysis
- Power of Retrospective Reflection & Analysis – Personal testimony of Grant Buchanan (Part 1)
- Introduction to Identity
- Building a Healthy Self
- Your Personal Identity
- Moment of Distinction & Impact on Identity
- Values
- Christian Values
- Personal Values
- Events that have impacted my spirituality – Personal testimony of Grant Buchanan (Part 2)
- A Personal Mission Statement
- Examples of Mission Statements
- Moment of Distinction & Impact – Testimony of Adrian Dennian
- Your Health & Wholeness
- Health & Wholeness Practice
- Dealing with Disappointment
- Dealing with Failure
- Finding Strength in Disappointment – Interview with Tex Houston regarding chronic pain
- A Defining Moment Signified by Pain or Joy – Testimony of Bianca Cumin-Groza
- It Is NOT About You (Revision)
About your instructor
Amelia Pickering
Amelia has had a diverse career thus far, one dedicated to working towards building a better world and empowering others to do the same. Over the past 25 years, her passion for leadership, academia and social justice has led her to pioneer an adult literacy and numeracy school for the disadvantaged, assume the role of university VP and run a social enterprise focused on increasing EQ within corporations and NFPs. This, along with her interest and acumen for social impact and investment strategy, has afforded her the opportunity to work with various NPFs in creating holistic frameworks for change and mobilise capital for impact.
Course Reviews
Who I am vs Who am I
This course helped me look more deeply into who I am as a person and what my core values are and do they align with Gods view of who I am. It helped me to form my personal mission statement which I hadn’t previously considered doing.
Formation of self
Self discovery is a very paramount journey that as a believer and a minister one must endure to complete. Knowing the purpose and the moulding that we undergo in the porters house and hands will help us to serve with genuinity and this will bring us to total acceptable of our calling in the ministry as we embrace the diversity in God’s kingdom and others by creating a mind of Christ in us. I am blessed and more knowledgeable after going through this coursework.
Formation of Self
Through this course I have been able to better understand myself as I journey in my faith and my relationship with Jesus, and the course has helped me see my overall goals and perspectives as well as my priorities in life as a whole. The course has been delivered in a very professional way , and I loved all the materials delivered and I loved the way it was presented too. I highly recommend this course on self-formation as it will show those critical areas in our life which really need improvement and certain consideration on our part. Thank you, AXX Bible College, for providing this wonderful teaching and amazing training! God bless you!!!
This course gives an overview of the life and ministry of Jesus as described by four gospel narratives. The aim of the course is to bring an understanding of the cultural and historical environment of the day within its literary setting.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Introduction to Course
- Concept of Audience
- Context of the Internal Narrative Audience (1)
- Context of the Internal Narrative Audience (2)
- Context of the Internal Narrative Audience (3)
- Interpretation
- What are the Gospels?
- Why Four Different Accounts?
- Structure of Gospel Accounts (1)
- Structure of Gospel Accounts (2)
- Structure of Gospel Accounts (3)
- Structure of Gospel Accounts (4)
- What is the Gospel? (1)
- What is the Gospel? (2)
- History of the Birth of Jesus
- The Passion Week
- Jesus & the Fulfilment of the Old Testament (1)
- Jesus & the Fulfilment of the Old Testament (2)
- Jesus & the Fulfilment of the Old Testament (3)
- Jesus is the Breather of Life
- Putting it all Together
- What does the Kingdom look like? (Mark)
- Abstracting Principles
- Application
- What Does the Kingdom Look Like? (Matthew & Luke)
- What Does the Kingdom Look Like? (John)
- Jesus Kingdom Gospel Today?
- Jesus’ Commissioning
About your instructor
Matthew Jarlett
Following the completion of his Bachelor of Arts (Biblical Studies), Matthew assumed the Vocational Education Course Supervisor role with Harvest Bible College.
Course Reviews
Understanding for today
Jesus, Kingdom, Gospel really opened up the Gospel in a whole new way. It teaches the importance of viewing the Gospel in the context of the day and understanding the customs of the day and the fulfillment of the old testament.
The Call
While I was doing this course, from my job as chemist (Non-echlesiastic) I was called to a transfer to Buenaventura, Colombia (One of the most violent cities in the last years in my country). But I’m feeling of God that all this I’m receiving through you I’ll teach to a lot of people there. Then thanks and thanks for your contibution on the stablishment of the kingdom of God in the earth!
Jesus kingdom
This course is very informative and helpful
This course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to investigate and integrate biblical principles of the call of God for ministry into a personal ministry development strategy.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Introduction to the Course
- What is a Call?
- Defining Ministry
- Understanding Mission
- General & Specific Call
- Obedience
- Unique Aspects of Ministry (Interview)
- Reclaiming the Discipleship Call
- Allowing Scripture to Define & Direct
- Historical Look at Ministry
- Church-Based Ministry
- Marketplace Ministry
- Community-Based Ministry
- Platforms for the Call
- OT Example: Nehemiah
- NT Example: Peter
- Unusual Callings
- The Ministry Zone (Part 1)
- The Ministry Zone (Part 2)
- The Ministry Zone (Part 3)
- The Ministry Zone (Part 4)
- Hearing the Voice of God
- Recognising the Voice of God
- How to Hear the Voice of God
- Processing Moments of Call
- Gifts & Calling
- Involving & Aligning
- A Kingdom Perspective
- Called to Go
About your instructor
Dr Brendan Roach
Founder and CEO of Axx. Dr Brendan Roach has been involved in the professional development and training of pastors and leaders globally for over 25 years. His Biblical expertise is Biblical Archaeology, Leadership Development, First Century History and the Call to Ministry.
Regan Perry
Regan firmly believes that you never stop learning and enjoys creating pathways for others to discover their full potential. He has lead & served on church staff, coordinating teams & interns, and overseen ministry programs and campus facilities.
Course Reviews
Answering the call
This course helped to understand the importance of the call and how we respond to it. It is too easy to respond with fear over faith at times but Gods word is full of people that understood the importance of understanding Gods purpose for their life and following by faith.
Going Deeper
Studying God’s word through Axx has been an absolute blessing. Understanding and going deeper in the word in such a practical way has made learning not just fun but practical and easy. I can’t recommend Axx more highly. If you are thinking of studying but not sure if you are smart enough or educated enough, then don’t hesitate. Jump into everything God has waiting for you.
Leadership
I would like that you get me chance, I feel free because I meet god even you. I will change my life. Today I will start follow up with jesus. I feel God he get opportunity for ways forward.
This course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to lead others effectively in a manner that is shaped by a Christian understanding of leadership.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Introduction to Authentic Leadership
- Introduction to Leadership
- Christian Leadership
- Mission & Vision
- Values
- Organisational Behaviour
- Preparing a Vision Document
- Motivation & Inspiring Others
- Credibility & Earning Trust
- Communication & Obtaining Favour
- Recruitment
- Building a Team
- Evaluation of Performance
- Morale
- Making Decisions
- Leading Change
- Dealing with Conflict
- Dealing with Criticism
- The Leader’s Character
- Inner Challenges of a Leader
- Flexible Leadership
- Critical Thinking & Learning from Experience
- Critical Thinking & Evaluating Yourself
- Sustainable Leadership
About your instructor
Pastor Andrew Groza
Andrew is an experienced Pastor with a demonstrated history of working in the e-learning industry. Skilled in non-profit organizations, E-Learning, coaching, organizational development, and instructional design. Andrew holds a Master of Arts in Ministry from Harvest Bible College.
Course Reviews
Outstanding Teaching and Training!
AXX Bible College has set the benchmark for outstanding Biblical teaching and training! They have covered a myriad of important components and included identifying and showing awareness of some tough characteristics around Biblical Authentic Leadership. This study sequence in particular and overall stream, is perfect for anybody who aspires or is inspired to lead well. I have grasped the complete concept of Biblical authentic leadership, and I have become aware of my own shortcomings; through the reflective tools you have provided. I now have a clear path for continued learning and growth in this area. I have stepped up in my ministry with committed responsibility being aware of the importance of choices, because of what this sequence has shown me. I now have a greater understanding and commitment to what it means to lead with Jesus Christ. Thank you.
Becoming a true leader
This course was truly inspirational, everything you could hope to know and learn as a leader. From dealing with conflict to building an effective team, this course has it all. Loved it!!!
Inner Challenges of a Leader Challenged Me!
The reminder of finding our identity not in the things the world says we should focus on, but in Jesus, is one of the hardest things to do in our culture. I am a son, a husband, a dad, a brother, a teacher, a pastor, a college administrator… And in all these things I sometimes lose sight of WHO I really am (a child of the King) and WHY I’m doing what I’m doing (ultimately to please an audience of ONE). This class really helped me evaluate both my strengths and weaknesses and develop a plan and purpose to be more authentic.
The lessons in this series are presented by a number of experienced ministry leaders, with the emphasis on the Holy Spirit – who He is and what He loves to do, the Spirit’s work with and through believers, and Holy Spirit empowered outreach.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Introduction to Course
- The Spirit the Life-Giver
- The Person of the Holy Spirit
- Holy Spirit Baptism
- Relating to the Holy Spirit
- The Work of the Spirit
- Community of the Spirit
- The Gifts of the Spirit
- Experiences of the Holy Spirit at Work
- The Fruit of the Spirit (1)
- The Fruit of the Spirit (2)
- Jesus & Ministry of the Holy Spirit
- What Does Ministry in the Spirit Look Like?
- When Prayer Doesn’t Work
- Evangelism in the Gospel: Jesus
- Evangelism with Paul & the Apostles
- The Breath of the Gospel
- Different Approaches to Evangelism
- Sharing Your Testimony
- The Missional Discussion
- Talking to Non-Christians
- Spirit Led Ministry
- Discipleship & Follow Up
- Following People Up
- Developing an Understanding of the History of the Holy Spirit
About your instructor
Tex Houston
Tex (Gary) became a successful pub musician in 1980’s, from there began working with large church & community organisations in media and music production. He has travelled to many places in the world, usually with a video camera and tripod, either doing documentaries on Australians working in other lands, or filming his own works on Anzac history in the First World War. In addition to being an avid steam engine enthusiast with YouTube channel ‘symphony of steam’, Tex is an authority on Christian worship.
Matthew Jarlett
Following the completion of his Bachelor of Arts (Biblical Studies), Matthew assumed the Vocational Education Course Supervisor role with Harvest Bible College.
Course reviews
Peace and Power Combined
I loved studying Theology – Ministry in the Spirit!!! This gave me a whole new perspective and understanding of my relationship with the Holy Spirit and His power in my life and the closeness we can experience as we learn to listen and discern Him.
Both informative and practical
I enjoyed this course. It was both informative and practical and was good to hear more personal testimonies and experiences.
Great
Excellent
This course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to integrate concepts of self, and the principles and skills required to work effectively with people in a workplace or ministry context.
Curriculum Covered
- Introduction to Course
- Theory of Emotional Intelligence
- Application of Emotional Intelligence
- Biblical & Theological Foundations of E.I.
- Biblical & Theological Foundations of Teams
- Understanding Yourself & Understanding Others
- Temperaments & DISC
- DISC & Temperaments – Weaknesses
- DISC & Temperaments – Strengths
- Dysfunction & what it looks like
- Maintaining Relational Health
- You as the Team Player
- Introduction to Productive Teams
- Qualities for an Effective Team
- Values & Care within a Team
- Unity & Goals within a Team
- Communication & Teams
- Collaboration
- Chemistry
- Celebrations
- Why Teams Fail
- When things go wrong
- Review of Course
- Driving Forward
About your instructor
Pastor Andrew Groza
Andrew is an experienced Pastor with a demonstrated history of working in the e-learning industry. Skilled in non-profit organizations, E-Learning, coaching, organizational development, and instructional design. Andrew holds a Master of Arts in Ministry from Harvest Bible College.
Course Reviews
A better understanding
This course paired really well with Authentic Leadership and the importance of maintaining healthy relationships through emotional intelligence and understanding others
Emotional Intelligence & Productive Teams
What an amazing course on Emotional Intelligence & Productive Teams it has been! This course has helped me learn so much about teams management as well as emotional hurdles and everything related to the topic as a whole. I loved the speakers and the topics discussed in the course. Thank you so much for this great course! God bless you in your hard work!
Emotional intelligence and productive teams
Dealing with emotions and teams makes ministry work easier and successful missions and gospel outreach.
This course will equip individuals to care for people pastorally, providing them with tools and teaching them to work within good pastoral care systems.
Curriculum Covered
- What is Pastoral Care?
- Biblical & Historical Perspectives
- The Gift & the Role
- Discipleship vs Pastoral Care
- Pastoral Care in the Church
- Pastoral Care in the Community
- Pastoral Care Skills
- Systems
- Legislation
- Confidentiality
- Records
- Referrals
- Team-based Pastoral Care
- Understanding Others – Uniquely Created
- Understanding Others -Worldview
- Strengths Finder
- Spiritual Gifts
- Self-Care
- Boundaries
- Relationship Health
- Communication
- Conflict
- Solutions Focused
- Social Media
- Crisis Care
- Practical PC Meetings
- Millennials
About your instructor
Regan Perry
Regan firmly believes that you never stop learning and enjoys creating pathways for others to discover their full potential. He has lead & served on church staff, coordinating teams & interns, and overseen ministry programs and campus facilities.
Course Reviews
Very Very Worthwhile
I loved this course. It was very comprehensive, touching on so many areas of Pastoral Care. The presenter was so easy to listen to and so clear with his explanations. It was thorough and practical.
Caring Safely
This course taught me how to care in a safe and professional way whilst still being effective.
Great content and very well explained!
The entire course was outstanding, highly relevant, and covered all the key elements necessary to become an effective pastoral caregiver.
This course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to understand the basics of communication theory and to use those, along with solid biblical exegesis to develop and deliver a sermon within a ministry context.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Introduction to Preaching
- What is Preaching?
- Preaching Foundations
- Understanding the Text: Exegesis
- Hermeneutics: Understanding the World
- Ethics of Communication
- Types of Sermons
- Story, Illustration & Metaphor
- Preparation
- Structure & Flow
- ‘Grabbing People by the Ears’
- Sermon Application
- Sermon Conclusion
- From Design to Delivery
- Verbal & Non-Verbal Communication
- Taking Your Audience Seriously
- Establishing Rapport
- Sermon Notes
- Story & Imagination
- Using Our Voice Well
- Body Language
- Audience Engagement
- Creative Presentations
- Personality & Style
- Dealing with Anxiety
- Sermon Evaluation
- Wisdom from our Mistakes
- Difficult Topics
- Preaching & the Future
About your instructor
Pastor Andrew Groza
Andrew is an experienced Pastor with a demonstrated history of working in the e-learning industry. Skilled in non-profit organizations, E-Learning, coaching, organizational development, and instructional design. Andrew holds a Master of Arts in Ministry from Harvest Bible College.
Course Reviews
Deep Foundation on Preaching
I have learnt incredibly wisdom and knowledge about preaching and more of a understanding. My foundation on preaching has deepened, because someone like myself would have never seen preaching put into more in-depth content like I have learnt, listened, and see. I am honoured to have been able to learn more.
Preach It!!
This course taught me how to dig deeper into the word of God and create a sermon that is relevant regardless of audience
Review/Testimony
I honour God for Axx Bible college for the opportunity which they have given me to study about sermon Design and Delivery. It was a transformative experiences. The training has helped me to:. – craft clear and concise sermon objectives. – Deliver sermons with confidence and passion. – Effectively use storytelling and Illustrations. Apply biblical principles to everyday life. The Lectures were knowledgeable, enthusiastic feedback, I appreciate the opportunity given to me to explore this course, As a result I feel more equipped and confident in my ability to design and deliver sermons that resonate with my congregation. I highly recommend Axx Bible college to any leader who would like to be trained and equipped as a leader.
Advanced Certification of Local Church Ministry Enrolment Options
Monthly Subscription
- 8 Specifically Designed Courses
- Access with an active subscription
- Certified Training
- 214 Lessons
3 Monthly Payments
- 8 Specifically Designed Courses
- Lifetime access to all resources
- Certified Training
- 214 Lessons
Upfront Payment
- 8 Specifically Designed Courses
- Lifetime access to all resources
- Certified Training
- 214 Lessons
Advanced Certification of Local Church Ministry Snapshot
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8 specifically designed courses
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214 lessons
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54 hours on-demand video
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Certification
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Full lifetime access
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Access on computer, mobile devices and TV
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All learning resources, handouts and E-library at no extra cost
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Personalised Certified Certificate of Completion
Advanced Certification of Local Church Ministry Reviews
It was amazing
Now I know how to serve with accuracy before I was wavering so thank you guys so much that I can do it with accuracy
Biblical study part 3
I’m happy to know how I can make text on application
And know never givup
Word studies
Advanced Certification of Local Church Ministry Requirements
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Students should have completed the Certification of Local Church Ministry.
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If you have relevant ministry experience or previous training then you can commence this qualification immediately.
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If you would like to course advice on this qualification please contact us on courseadvice@axx.global or book a phone call
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This qualification requires a desire to learn about full-time ministry and how to prepare for it.
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Students should have an introductory understanding of the concepts of the Bible, theology, spiritual formation and pastoral ministry.
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A love of God and people.
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A love of God and the Local Church
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Learners are welcome to commence this qualification at any time
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A computer, tablet or smartphone is required
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No additional software is required
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Internet connection is required
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Lessons are presented in English
All assessment tasks must be completed to be certified
- Learners are required to complete all video lessons
- Each lesson has a short multiple choice quiz
- There are no essays to be written in this qualification
