Certification of Pastoral Ministry
Academic Level
Diploma/Degree
Duration
9-12 Months
Assessment
Yes. Certificate of Completion
Study Method
Online
Certification of Pastoral Ministry Overview
Build your ministry leadership. Our Certification of Pastoral Ministry course qualification enlarges your knowledge of biblical teaching and theology while starting to develop your team and people leadership skills.
Getting the right pastoral ministry training is important to build a life long foundation of ministry.
Who is the Certification of Pastoral Ministry for
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The Certification of Pastoral Ministry course is perfect for those looking to build a broad base of ministry and biblical skills that can be used in a variety of ministry positions inside and outside of the Church.
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It is also ideal for those who are on a discovery path, trying to identify what God is calling them to do.
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It also provides a great foundation for long-term ministry positions.
What you will learn
Introduction to the Biblical Narrative
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How to understand & communicate the Bible’s key themes, events, characters and how to apply lessons learnt in my life and ministry.
Analyse & Apply the Bible
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How to master the features of a study Bible, to interpret what a biblical passage meant to its original audience and how to apply learnt principles to my life, family and ministry community.
Personal Management & Spiritual Health
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How to develop your relationship with God through holistic spiritual and practical disciplines to achieve your God-given destiny and spiritual goals.
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 of God
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How to grasp the true nature of God revealed in the Father, Jesus & the Holy Spirit. You will also learn how to assess personal needs and grow in the gifts and fruit of the Spirit
Crossing Cultures
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How to open the world of potential ministry adventures by embracing cultures and peoples from all around the world. You will be equipped with the key principles and knowledge learned from several lifetimes of missionary service. You will learn how to pray, plan, support and communicate in cultures that are different to your own.
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 own authentic style.
Included Courses
This course presents a ‘bird’s eye view’ of the Bible as one story. Each teaching is aimed at equipping learners with the skills and knowledge required to evaluate, communicate and apply the biblical narrative to a specific contemporary ministry context.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Seeing the Bible as One Story
- Orientation/Creation
- The Plot: Solution: The Patriarchal Narratives
- YHWH is crowned Israel’s King
- The Former Prophets: from Conquest to Exile
- The Ups & Downs of Samuel
- The Latter Prophets: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel & Twelve
- Jeremiah: The Weeping Prophet
- The Writings
- Lamentations: the Shedding of Righteous Blood
- Who is Jesus?
- The Crescendo of Jesus
- The New Covenant
- Epistles: New Covenant Prophets
- Good Deeds are Essential
- The Hope of Resurrection
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
GREAT COURSE
Such a great course, short simple videos and assignments
Pearls of wisdom well delivered & received
Firstly, I would like to acknowledge the wonderful gift of teaching upon Matt. The content was delivered in a way that was clear & easy to understand. Initially, I was a bit nervous, however after the introductory zoom cohort with Jasmine & now listening to these lectures, my excitement for what is to come has been elevated. Thank you for an encouraging start.
Biblical narrative
The lectures on biblical narrative are very enlightening. They help one to understand the fusion between historical and cultural contexts, and literary contexts of the various biblical writings from creation and how these affect our understanding of the Bible and its application in our contemporary context.
This series of lessons is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to utilise the features of a study Bible, as well as historical and cultural analysis to compose an accurate application of a biblical passage.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Introduction to Interpretation
- Introduction to Study Bibles
- A Pattern for Application
- Look for Clues
- Original Audience & Historical Context
- Researching Historical Context
- Genre Pitfalls (Part 1)
- Genre Pitfalls (Part 2)
- Literary Context
- Observation
- From Analysis to Meaning
- But we are different… aren’t we?
- Meaning to Application
- Summary & Example
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
Never too old to learn more!
I’ve been a Christian for many years, and made a point of reading the Bible, probably in a haphazard way. Reading the Bible to understand the context and the cultural differences is paramount to fully understand what God is saying to me today. There is such a wealth of knowledge and background information that is necessary to glean what it means today.
I am loving this unit. The lectures are brilliant, very clear instructions and the presenter Andrew is amazing.
'I walk by faith'. Works without action is dead. (James 2:26 NIV).
Putting into practice is an essential element and act of obedience in our walking out what God has commanded us to do by going out into the world and making disciples/ being disciples of Christ Jesus. (Mark 16:15 NIV). This is something I have actively been trying to walk out this year. This topic is helping me actively and engage Godly Principals into my world locally.
It was amazing
Shows me how to go deeper in the word of God not just look at it at the surface level
This course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to apply holistic Christian practices and personal management skills.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Course Introduction
- Make the main thing the main thing
- Spiritual Disciplines – Growth
- Spiritual Disciplines – Practicalities
- Introduction to Identity
- Building a Healthy Self
- Values
- Christian Values
- Personal Mission Statement
- Goals
- Prioritising & Time Management – priorities and the 4 quadrants
- Prioritising & Time Management – organising & executing
- Health & Wholeness
- Goals – review and evaluation
- Our life together. Authority, Leadership & Governance
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
Spiritual Disciplines
I have found that our studies have made me question my understanding of “Christian Maturity”. I thought that I was one after 37 years but I now realise that I became mature by ‘doing’ not ‘listening’. This I believe is why I do not feel as close to God as I would like, that I do not hear His voice through the Spirit. In my retirement is is time to learn to be still and hear Him.
Eat Pray Love Evaluate and Repeat
Unit 1 is a very practical way at looking at setting yourself up for success in the study of church ministry. Looking at goals, values and how to address your personal feelings and gauging your need for rest etc. It’s very gentle and offers practical lessons and advice that can be used in everyday life.
I am God's Masterpiece (Ephesians 2:10) I am poetry to God (ref Amelia Pickering)
Working through this course is like peeling the layers off an onion. With each layer I am discovering more about myself that I really didn’t give much weight to. I’ve never thought about personal core values, and I found this quite challenging yet humbling. I’ve come to understand more fully and realise that my life is important to God and that I am his masterpiece, and he wants me to go deeper in Him. I am enough for Him; I am His child. Learning about the Spiritual Disciplines is like a breath of fresh air – so complete and purposeful and I’m wondering why I didn’t know about these before now. I’m still trying to make them a daily priority. I understand that my life has purpose, and God is the mastermind behind what I do with my life. He is my personal tour guide, showing me where to go and how to get where He wants me. God draws up the plans then in His own time he shares them with me. What do I want to do with my life? I want to serve the Lord, and I want to help others deepen their faith. At the time of writing this review I am co-leading our church, and I feel that God has me here for a reason. I am truly blessed to be in this position. This course is helping me stay grounded and giving me strategies and tips to lead our church forward.
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
Absolutely incredible 10/10 course
This was such a phenomenal course – 10/10, so well thought out structure, topics and presents
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.
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
Wow Wow Wow!
My goodness. I did not think I could ever become close to leading well. This sequence has encouraged, inspired, taught and given me momentum to want to become a great leader. It just demonstrates anyone can learn to lead well with the right information and tools. Thank you.
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!!!
This course introduces the theology of God, as you explore the relevance of theology, the Trinity in the Old and New Testament, the Person and Work of Christ and the Holy Spirit, as well as the gifts and fruits of the Spirit.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Introduction & Relevance
- Talking Theology
- Introducing the Trinity
- Trinity in the Old Testament
- Trinity in the New Testament
- God as Trinity
- Trinity as Community
- Historical Misconceptions
- God the Father
- God the Son
- God the Holy Spirit
- Trinity Together
- The Work of Christ
- The Work of the Holy Spirit
- Gifts & Fruit of the Spirit
About your instructor
Dr DJ Konz
DJ is Associate Dean of the Faculty of Theology, and Head of the Theology Department, at Alphacrucis College. DJ comes from a background in the Christian Non-Profit sector, most recently as the Executive Director of Advocacy at Compassion Australia. He wrote his doctoral dissertation at the University of Aberdeen on the child in the thought of Karl Barth, and his wider teaching and research areas include systematic and historical theology (especially Karl Barth and Dietrich Bonhoeffer), as well as mission theology, public and political theology, and child theology. He is the co-editor of Theology, Mission and Child: Global Perspectives (Oxford: Regnum, 2014) and has published various book chapters and journal articles.
Pastor Jeremy Weetman
Jeremy has been in pastoral ministry for over twenty years. He and his wife plated the church they lead on the Gold Coast (Australia), Eikon Community, in 2006 and transitioned the congregation into a missional expression of church. He has served on various denominational committees and has been teaching in bible colleges since 2011. He is studying towards his Doctor of Ministry and is interested in sacred space and contemporary spirituality.
Course Reviews
Refresher
It is helping refresh previous studies
Thank you
I learned a lot through doing these assessments and it has been excellent to draw nearer to God this way, thank you.
TOG
found this unit informative and was great to learn about the heresy from the early Christian days, and the correlation between the beliefs of those in the early church and wider community belief today.
In this course, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and frameworks in how to effectively take the gospel around the world and communicate it to cultures that are different to your own.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Introduction
- Biblical Basis for Mission
- Why Mission?
- How do we do Mission?
- Understanding Culture
- God & World Cultures
- Contextualisation
- Global Trends in Mission
- Mission Trends (1)
- Mission Trends (2)
- Models of Mission Work (1)
- Models of Mission Work (2)
- Models of Mission Work (3)
- Models of Mission Work (4)
- Case Study: Urban Missions (1)
- Case Study: Urban Missions (2)
- Case Study: Urban Missions (3)
- Case Study: Urban Missions (4)
- The Practicalities of Going Cross-Cultural
- Dealing with Spiritual Props
- Character
- Cross-Cultural Stress
- The Missionary Call
- Paul’s Methods (Case Study)
- Keys for Effective Cross-Cultural Work (1)
- Keys for Effective Cross-Cultural Work (2)
- Short-Term Mission Trips (1)
- Short-Term Mission Trips (2)
- Short-Term Mission Trips (3)
- Crossing Cultures Course Review
About your instructor
Pastor Kay Dohle
Kay has dedicated her life to ministry. After pioneering a Young Adult Ministry training program at her local church, she then relocated to Asia as Mobilisations & Placement Officer with Assemblies of God World Missions. Since returning to Australia she has held senior leadership roles with Alpha Crucis and continued to work with churches across the country to help them equip Christian leaders to change their world.
Course Reviews
Called for a Mission Experience
Early this year l was elected as Deaconate Chairman of our church and consequently became Church Administrator.
And two months later the Pastor left the church in order to pursue other works.
This left me with a responsibility to shepherd the church. This was to be done with my very basic training/knowledge on Biblical Interpretations, church governance and church growth and development.
Now with the way God does things, he introduced me to this training by AXX and particularly the unit on CROSSING CULTURES which has helped me redefine God’s Call upon my life.
This unit has also served as an utmost reminder that God wants to use me to be among the people that are going to reach out to the unreached people groups.
This will now be easy because God has taught me through this unit on how to go about and relate with people from different cultures.
So help me God.
Short term mission trips
I have learnt a lot at axx college and in this topic called crossing cultures . I learnt about
(1)How to go as a servant
(2)How to act as a team
(3)How to go as a learner
(4)How to arrange things as a traveller
It has really blessed me and changed something in my life. Thank you so much to all the leaders and the owner of axx college
Good course
I liked this course. It was easy to understand
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.
Certification of Pastoral Ministry Enrolment Options
Monthly Subscription
- 8 Specifically Designed Courses
- Access with an active subscription
- Certified Training
- 173 Lessons
3 Monthly Payments
- 8 Specifically Designed Courses
- Lifetime access to all resources
- Certified Training
- 173 Lessons
Upfront Payment
- 8 Specifically Designed Courses
- Lifetime access to all resources
- Certified Training
- 173 Lessons
Certification of Pastoral Ministry Snapshot
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8 specifically designed courses
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173 lessons
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45 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
Certification of Pastoral Ministry Reviews
Greater Foundation
Deeper spiritual growth
I want to first of all thank Dr Brendan Roach for the vision to start this school.
I have been doing ministry over 16 years but I didn’t know a lot of things. The modules are so packed with deep insights. Every lecturer ignited the fire of God in me. I can recommend this school to anybody. I am grateful for the opportunity to go through the school on full scholarship. It’s my prayer that God will bless the founder and all the lecturers for your time and sacrifice.
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Certification of Pastoral Ministry Requirements
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This Certification of Pastoral Ministry only requires a desire to learn about the introductory concepts of the Bible, theology, spiritual formation and pastoral ministry.
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A love of God and people.
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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
