Greetings and Welcome to HMCA Academy - Developing Theologian Leaders of the Future
We are thrilled that you have chosen our academy to develop and hone your skills in theological leadership.
Our online courses are designed and developed to provide you with the necessary skills, doctrine, and character to lead your local church, workplace, or community.
Each course will educate and equip you with biblical theology and allow you to apply your knowledge to various ministries. Our aim is to create godly leaders that are dedicated to leading evangelical renewal.
As you articulate yourself with the Bible, you will be able to nurture faithful disciples in the future.
– Pastor Jean-Michel Tchamba
Academic Level
Introductory
Duration
Flexible
Assessment
No Assessments
Study Method
Online
Welcome to HMCA Academy
Hi Church. So excited to welcome you to HMCA Academy training. This is a place to learn, grow and follow the call of God. Axx ministry training & online Bible College courses are connecting devoted, gifted, Bible-believing teachers with believers who love the Word and are called to serve, lead and grow the Kingdom of God.
These courses are the perfect starting point for a deeper appreciation of the Bible, ministry, spirituality and theology. HMCA Academy guides the learner through the basics of understanding and interpreting the New Testament, the history, the background of the Bible and the biblical concept of servanthood
This is the perfect starting point for a deeper appreciation of the Bible. It is a structured program of study that guides the learner through the basics of the Bible. In addition, there are courses about Baptism and how to grow in your relationship with God.
Axx is so blessed to partner with passionate believers like HMCA Academy and Bible-believing local Churches to provide great discipleship courses, Bible college courses and effective ministry training that is accessible and affordable. As a valued member of the HMCA Academy community, you now have access to a range of free courses and training.
Who is the HMCA Academy for
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HMCA Academy is foundational and is designed for those who want an introductory lessons on how to study the Bible.
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It is ideal for those seeking an understanding of the Old and New Testaments and how God has communicated with people in the past and continues to speak to us today.
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It is ideal for those seeking to get the big picture of God.
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It is perfect for those who want to learn how to read and understand the Bible.
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Those who are seeking to draw closer to God and deepen your faith, prayer and spirituality.
What you will learn
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How to read and understand the Bible.
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Who the Father, Jesus and the Holy Spirit are and your relationship with God.
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How to draw closer to God and deepen your faith, prayer and spirituality.
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Leadership principles based on biblical concepts.
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Ministry skills that will grow your church and ministry.
Included Courses
Axx Founder & CEO Dr Brendan Roach takes us on a study tour of Israel, and her neighbours Jordan and Egypt. At numerous biblical and archaeological sites he introduces the historic, cultural and religious significance of the location.
Curriculum Covered
- Mt Nebo Jordan & Road to Jericho
- Temple Steps Jerusalem & Nativity Bethlehem
- Hezekiah’s Tunnel & Valley of Gehenna Jerusalem
- Garden of Gethsemane & Herodian Mansion Jerusalem
- Crucifixion & The Garden Tomb Jerusalem
- Essenes Community Qumran & Masada Fortress
- David at EnGedi & Herod the Great at Masada
- Ben Sira Scroll Masada & St Catherine’s Mount Sinai
- The Synagogue Nazareth & Twilight Sea of Galilee
- Mount of Beatitudes & Restoration of Peter – Galilee
- Caesarea Philippi & Source of the Jordan Tel Dan
- Caesarea on the Mediterranean & High Place Petra
- City of Memphis & Joseph’s Dreams – Egypt
About your instructor
Dr Brendan RoachFounder 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.
Course reviews
visual experience!
I loved how these videos where filmed, adding the visual picture of what we where learning about really helped me!
Fantastic!!
I thoroughly enjoyed ‘Ancient Israel Explored!’ It was so interesting and I didn’t want it to end! The visual of all the different locations really made the information presented come alive. I had many ‘ah ha’ moments. Hezekiah’s tunnel was exceptional! I found all the little details of the course so interesting that I couldn’t stop talking about it to my husband…I hope he didn’t get sick of me! 🙂
Just the little tidbits of information, such as the stone jars that were used when Jesus turned the water into wine. It was fascinating to learn that if they were pottery, made by man’s hands, they would be unclean…but being stone jars, thus made by God, they were pure. This course has really enlightened me and gave me such a thirst and hunger to learn more! I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to learn about the ancient times and culture!
Every day around the world thousands of believers are being baptised. Whenever it happens, baptism is at the heart of an amazing journey of faith as a follower of Jesus Christ. You are never too old to take this step, and being baptized as an adult is a wonderful experience. You’re about to participate in an incredibly special ceremony with deep spiritual and historical significance.
This course is a short course that comes from a biblical perspective bringing clarity and understanding to Baptism. Prepare for your baptism and grow in your spiritual understanding of your next steps in God.
Curriculum Covered
- Am I Ready for Baptism?
- Preparing for the Big Day
- Baptism your Questions Answered
- What is Baptism?
- Why Should I be Baptised?
- When is the Best Time to be Baptised?
- What Should I Know Before Being Baptised?
- If Baptism is so Important why Didn’t Jesus Baptise Anyone?
- What is the Difference Between Full Immersion and Sprinkling?
- I Have Been Baptised Before; Do I Need to be Baptised Again?
- Who Should Baptise Me?
- Baptism Teachings Filmed on Site in Israel
- The Jordan River and Baptism
- The Old Testament and the Beginnings of Baptism
- The Jordan River, the Dead Sea and Sin
- Miqvah, Ritual Cleansing & the Essences in New Testament Times
- Mount of Olives – From Ascension to Pentecost
- Temple Steps – The Day of Pentecost – Baptisms
- Miqvah and the first Baptisms on the Day of Pentecost
- Believers, Baptism, Holy Spirit and Miracles
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.
Course reviews
I am blessed
I am blessed
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I am blessed
BAPTISM
NOW I HAVE AN UNDERSTANDING OF REALLY WHAT IS BAPTISM AND NEW PERSPECTIVE
Welcome to Growing in God.
Growing in God is the perfect starting point to discover who you are in God and what are the plans and purposes of God for your life. Whether you are a new believer or a more mature Christian you will be blessed by this clear teaching.
Find out what it means to be born again, saved and set free. You will learn how God has given you a new heart and a new spirit. You will also learn what has not changed and what is next in your journey with God.
We answer the important question, How does God guide me? And discover many different ways that God guides and direct us as individuals. Then we give simple clear guidance on how to read and understand the Bible. You will learn how to use different Bible study tools, online devotional apps and biblical resources.
Finishing with, how to develop and maintain healthy spiritual habits and how to use our God-given gifts to fulfil the plan and purpose of God for our life.
Curriculum Covered
- Welcome to Growing in God
- Born Again? Saved? Free?
- What Has Changed? A New Heart and Spirit.
- What Has Changed? A New Relationship; God & His Family.
- The Four States of Humanity: 1. Created 2. Fallen.
- The Four States of Humanity: 3. Redeemed 4. Eternal.
- What Hasn’t Changed?
- What Now?
- How Does God Guide Me?
- God Guides us Through Peace and Wisdom.
- God Guides us Through the Bible.
- God Guides us Through Angels, Dreams and Visions.
- God Guides us Through Relationships.
- God Guides us Through Outward Signs & Circumstances.
- Why & How to Read the Bible?
- Why Read the Bible?
- How Do I Read the Bible? – Understanding Context.
- How Do I Read the Bible? – Understanding Genre.
- How Do I Read the Bible? – Study Aids/Tools/Methods.
- How Do I Read the Bible? – Devotional Tools/Apps.
- Healthy Spiritual Habits
- Healthy Spiritual Habits of Engagement.
- Healthy Spiritual Habits of Abstinence.
- Stewardship
- What is Stewardship?
- The Principle of the First.
- The Parable of the Talents.
- Stewarding Spiritual Gifts.
- A Life of Purpose
- A Life of Purpose.
About your instructor
Pastor Cheryl Forrest
With more than twenty years in ministry, Cheryl brings experience in the areas of: well being coaching, running addiction recovery groups, training new Christians, outreach ministries, overseeing and developing departments, pastoral care and leadership training. Cheryl holds a Master in Arts Ministry.
Course reviews
Growing spiritual
This particular course has helped me to grow spiritually and to think theologically
Growth in God
I have learnt a great deal from the lesson. I am someone who was very discouraged and was ready to give up. However, learning about God and the lessons of Growing in God are helping me to become stronger. Thank you.
Very fascinating
I am grateful to learn how to grow in God where the basic topics are covered briefly and nicely. This is a teaching that every child of God needs.
Learn about what happened in between the two Testaments, and how the Jewish and Greco-Roman world shaped the setting of Jesus’ story. You’ll then go straight into the Gospel accounts, pulling apart their key themes, audiences and concepts.
Curriculum Covered
- The Intertestamental Period
- Varieties of Judaism
- The Greco-Roman World
- Formation of New Testament Canon
- Origins of the Gospel
- The Synoptic Question
- Gospels as Witness to Jesus
- Matthew: Unique Features
- Jesus in Matthew
- Mark: Unique Features
- Jesus in Mark
- Luke: Unique Features (1)
- Luke: Unique Features (2)
- Luke & Social Justice
- The Holy Spirit in Luke
- John: Unique Features
- John & the Synoptic Gospels
- Jesus in John
- Miracles, Signs & Faith in John
About your instructor
Dr Ashley Crane
Ashley is a leading Pentecostal scholar (PhD Murdoch), ministering in a prophetic anointing throughout Australasia and the USA in many churches, conferences and leadership training seminars; he is zealous to see people fully trained and flowing in both the Word and the power of the Holy Spirit. Ashely has been in ministry for 38 years and pastored five cross-cultural churches in Israel, the USA, and Australia. Ashley was the Principal/CEO of Harvest West Bible College for 18 years. Ashley is the VP / Secretary for Celebrate Messiah (Australia), and the pastoral team at Sound City Church (Rockingham).
Dr Uwen Low
Uwen has recently completed his PhD in the Book of Revelation. His research interests include the Book of Revelation, visual exegesis, postcolonial criticism, performance criticism, and cultural (particularly Asian) readings of the Biblical text. Uwen was a youth pastor for a number of years prior to undertaking full-time bible teaching.
Pastor Grant Buchanan
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
Course Reviews
New Testament:Part 2
Gaining a lot
1st Timothy
I have got a clear mind of the teachings about how to handle the people whom we have in the ministry and how to the Gospel thanks AXX for your help
CAST INTO THE DEEP
I will liken this course to what happened to Peter as seasoned fisherman whose fishing experience disappointed him.
At the word of Jesus Christ, cast into the deep waters there was a transforming miracle catch.
I have miraculously transformed through the course and the unwavering lecture.
The Holy Ghost was lecturing through the lecture’s
To me it was a mere lecturing but planting a seed.
This course looks continues your study into the New Testament, as you explore the structure and characters of the Book of Acts, before turning to the Apostle Paul as you unwrap his epistles to the early church.
Curriculum Covered
- Acts: Introduction
- Acts: Structure
- Acts: Main Characters
- Acts & the Holy Spirit Today
- Introduction to Paul
- Galatians
- 1 Thessalonians
- 2 Thessalonians
- 1 Corinthians
- 2 Corinthians
- Romans
- Ephesians
- Philippians
- Colossians
- Philemon
- Introduction to the Pastoral Epistles
- 1 Timothy
- 2 Timothy
About your instructor
Dr Ashley Crane
Ashley is a leading Pentecostal scholar (PhD Murdoch), ministering in a prophetic anointing throughout Australasia and the USA in many churches, conferences and leadership training seminars; he is zealous to see people fully trained and flowing in both the Word and the power of the Holy Spirit. Ashely has been in ministry for 38 years and pastored five cross-cultural churches in Israel, the USA, and Australia. Ashley was the Principal/CEO of Harvest West Bible College for 18 years. Ashley is the VP / Secretary for Celebrate Messiah (Australia), and the pastoral team at Sound City Church (Rockingham).
Dr Uwen Low
Uwen has recently completed his PhD in the Book of Revelation. His research interests include the Book of Revelation, visual exegesis, postcolonial criticism, performance criticism, and cultural (particularly Asian) readings of the Biblical text. Uwen was a youth pastor for a number of years prior to undertaking full-time bible teaching.
Pastor Grant Buchanan
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
Course Reviews
New Testament:Part 2
Gaining a lot
1st Timothy
I have got a clear mind of the teachings about how to handle the people whom we have in the ministry and how to the Gospel thanks AXX for your help
CAST INTO THE DEEP
I will liken this course to what happened to Peter as seasoned fisherman whose fishing experience disappointed him.
At the word of Jesus Christ, cast into the deep waters there was a transforming miracle catch.
I have miraculously transformed through the course and the unwavering lecture.
The Holy Ghost was lecturing through the lecture’s
To me it was a mere lecturing but planting a seed.
Beginning at the letter to the Hebrews, this course explores the Epistles of James, Jude, 1 & 2 Peter, 1, 2 & 3 John, and Revelation. You’ll get to know the authors, the audiences and the context of the letters in this study of the New Testament.
Curriculum Covered
- Hebrews
- James
- Jude
- 1 & 2 Peter
- 1, 2 & 3 John
- Revelation
- New Testament Survey Summary
About your instructor
Dr Ashley Crane
Ashley is a leading Pentecostal scholar (PhD Murdoch), ministering in a prophetic anointing throughout Australasia and the USA in many churches, conferences and leadership training seminars; he is zealous to see people fully trained and flowing in both the Word and the power of the Holy Spirit. Ashely has been in ministry for 38 years and pastored five cross-cultural churches in Israel, the USA, and Australia. Ashley was the Principal/CEO of Harvest West Bible College for 18 years. Ashley is the VP / Secretary for Celebrate Messiah (Australia), and the pastoral team at Sound City Church (Rockingham).
Dr Uwen Low
Uwen has recently completed his PhD in the Book of Revelation. His research interests include the Book of Revelation, visual exegesis, postcolonial criticism, performance criticism, and cultural (particularly Asian) readings of the Biblical text. Uwen was a youth pastor for a number of years prior to undertaking full-time bible teaching.
Pastor Grant Buchanan
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
Course Reviews
New Testament:Part 2
Gaining a lot
1st Timothy
I have got a clear mind of the teachings about how to handle the people whom we have in the ministry and how to the Gospel thanks AXX for your help
CAST INTO THE DEEP
I will liken this course to what happened to Peter as seasoned fisherman whose fishing experience disappointed him.
At the word of Jesus Christ, cast into the deep waters there was a transforming miracle catch.
I have miraculously transformed through the course and the unwavering lecture.
The Holy Ghost was lecturing through the lecture’s
To me it was a mere lecturing but planting a seed.
We often hear Christians talk about the concept of service, but what does it actually mean? In this series, learn about service from a Biblical perspective, as you unpack what it means to serve as the Church and in the Church.
Curriculum Covered
- Biblical Overview of Service
- Biblical Overview – Jesus
- Biblical Overview of Service: The Church
- Serving in the Church
- Serving as the Church
- Serving and the Church
- Practical Servanthood
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
New Testament:Part 2
Gaining a lot
Leadership and Roles
Servants
Regardless of the names we use to designate church office, one theme lies at the foundation of the New Testament understanding of leadership: Leader’s are servants. Position of leadership do not entail license to promote selfish, or even personal goals. Instead leadership exists for the sake of the people. The goal of leadership is to empower the whole people of God to discern and to discharge the Lord’s will… ( they) have not been set over the people, but stand with them. Explore the meaning of the title ( office) before dishing out the office or titles to people and them receiving also know what they’re receiving.
Deep
I really did not know that the study of hermeneutics go this far
Is it reasonable to be a person of faith? How can we deal with issues of suffering, science, violence, abuse and the supernatural in our consideration of God? Towards Belief is a series that sets out to provide responses to these big questions.
Curriculum Covered
- Suffering
- The Bible
- Supernatural
- Religious Violence
- Exclusive Faith
- Church Abuse
- Science and God
- Homosexuality
- The Church
- Towards Belief
About your instructor
Olive Tree Media
Through the production of various programs and resources, Olive Tree Media is seeking to introduce people to Jesus, communicate a Christian worldview, and transform beliefs, attitudes and lives. Our resources can be viewed and purchased online, on various television networks around the country, heard on radio and in many Christian bookstores. “But I am like an olive tree, flourishing in the house of God; I trust in God’s unfailing love for ever and ever” Psalm 52:8
Course Reviews
New Testament:Part 2
Gaining a lot
Leadership and Roles
Servants
Regardless of the names we use to designate church office, one theme lies at the foundation of the New Testament understanding of leadership: Leader’s are servants. Position of leadership do not entail license to promote selfish, or even personal goals. Instead leadership exists for the sake of the people. The goal of leadership is to empower the whole people of God to discern and to discharge the Lord’s will… ( they) have not been set over the people, but stand with them. Explore the meaning of the title ( office) before dishing out the office or titles to people and them receiving also know what they’re receiving.
HMCA Academy Enrolment
HMCA Academy
- 8 Specifically Chosen Courses
- A Place to Grow
- A Place to Learn
- A Place to Follow the Call of God
Free No Credit Card Required
HMCA Academy Snapshot
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8 specifically designed courses
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137 lessons
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31 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
Reviews
New Testament:Part 2
Gaining a lot
Leadership and Roles
Servants
Regardless of the names we use to designate church office, one theme lies at the foundation of the New Testament understanding of leadership: Leader’s are servants. Position of leadership do not entail license to promote selfish, or even personal goals. Instead leadership exists for the sake of the people. The goal of leadership is to empower the whole people of God to discern and to discharge the Lord’s will… ( they) have not been set over the people, but stand with them. Explore the meaning of the title ( office) before dishing out the office or titles to people and them receiving also know what they’re receiving.
Deep
I really did not know that the study of hermeneutics go this far
HMCA Academy Requirements
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HMCA Academy only requires a desire to learn about the introductory concepts of the Bible, and how I fit into the plans and purposes of God
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No pre-knowledge is required – enthusiasm is all you need!
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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
