Licentiate of Church Planting
Academic Level
Degree/Postgraduate
Duration
9-12 Months
Assessment
Yes. Certificate of Completion
Study Method
Online
Licentiate of Church Planting Overview
The Licentiate of Church Planting qualification is specifically designed for Church Planters who are seeking to establish their Church and build strong organisational leadership skills. It is for those who are seeking to be equipped in advanced preaching, biblical and theological knowledge.
The Licentiate of Church Planting builds a strong leader and leadership team. It focuses on high-level leadership development and gaining a strong knowledge of the Bible and how to communicate it to a congregation.
What is a Licentiate of Church Planting? Licentiate comes from the Latin licentia, “freedom” which is applied in the phrases licentia docendi meaning permission to teach and licentia ad practicandum signifying someone who holds a certificate of competence to practise a profession i.e. ministry, theology or parish life.
Graduates of the Licentiate of Church Planting will be equipped with the skills they need for a wide range of church planting roles and functions including senior leadership and ministry roles. Many graduates go into leadership roles, such as senior pastor, associate pastor or departmental pastors, where they are using the leadership, biblical and theological skills they have developed.
Who is the Licentiate of Church Planting for
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The Licentiate of Church Planting is the perfect qualification for pastors already planting a church who are looking to equip themselves and their leadership team.
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It is ideal for those who seek to take on a greater role in a church planting by leading a ministry team such as associate pastor, kids, or youth pastor.
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It also provides a great foundation for people transitioning into a church planting ministry from a secular career.
What you will learn
Church Dynamics and Health
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How to develop a holistic strategy for dynamic church development and health from a Pentecostal perspective. It is designed for those in Christian ministry to assist them to reflect on their own ministry situations.
New Testament: Part 1 Certified
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Understand what happened 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, knowing their key themes, audiences and concepts.
New Testament: Part 2 Certified
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You will continue 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.
New Testament: Part 3 Certified
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Beginning at the letter to the Hebrews, you explore 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.
Person & Work of the Holy Spirit Part 1: Certified
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How to understand key theological issues related to the person and work of the Holy Spirit is vital to all engaged in ministry.
Person & Work of the Holy Spirit Part 2: Certified
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How to understand key theological aspects of the person and work of the Holy Spirit including the various Pentecostal, Evangelic and Charismatic views and experiences.
Homiletics: Part 1 Certified
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How to preach an expository, textual or topical sermon.
Homiletics: Part 2 Certified
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How to preach the technical components of professional preaching including how to craft illustrations, effective non-verbal communication, weddings, funerals and difficult pastoral matters.
Organisational Management: Certified
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How to be equipped with the skills and knowledge required to create a management strategy and help you manage a ministry team. It will also formulate specific steps to further develop the current management processes of the Christian organisation.
Spirit-Filled Leadership & Acts Part 1: Certified
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Identify significant issues related to Pentecostal and Charismatic ministry and leadership including pentecostal history, theological issues, and the history and background of Acts.
Spirit-Filled Leadership & Acts Part 2: Certified
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Critically investigate the interpretation of Acts in relation to Pentecostal teaching on the leadership in the contemporary church.
Spirit-Filled Leadership & Acts Part 3: Certified
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Identify significant issues related to Pentecostal and charismatic ministry and leadership in the 21st century including Pentecost, spiritual warfare, healing and miracles.
Included Courses
This course aims to present students with a holistic strategy for dynamic church development and health from a Pentecostal perspective. It is designed for those in Christian ministry to assist them to reflect on their own ministry situations.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Challenges & Trends in the Church
- The Global Church
- The Local Church
- What’s a church to do?
- The Corporate Worship Gathering
- The Church Growth Movement
- Natural Church Development
- NCD Quality Characteristics & Biotic Principles
- Introducing NCLS Research
- Church Health NCLS Australia
- Purpose Driven Church
- Models of the Church
- Leadership
- Discipleship
- Spirit-Empowered People
- Vision & Values
About your instructor
Dr Peter Downes
Peter describes himself as a teacher and trainer of Christians in a variety of contexts. He is committed to raising up disciples to reach their full potential, find their calling and to be lovers of Jesus and His word. Having served as an Anglican Priest in several parishes, Peter stepped out in 1990 as a Church Planter. He has planted 5 churches and a further 7 from churches he has lead. Peter has served as the National Director, Vineyard Churches Australia for more than 13 years. He holds a Doctor of Ministry (MST) 2012, where his thesis examined what the corporate worship gathering is about and impact of the Emerging Missional Church on the gathering and church life.
Course Reviews
Community Chaplaincy
I got more information and better language to use when listening better with others.
Am I ready for Baptism
I am now understand the baptism and the oneness. I would like to thank you Axx bible institute for allowing and providing such a deep corse in depth with vidios and pictures to paint the picture correctly
Practical and Spiritual
Through my 12 month journey, Axx Bible College has given me guidance, practical teaching and Holy Spirit spiritual teaching to feel confidently equipped to write my first book, which is at the publishers, and will be available soon. But God doesn’t stop there, and when you’re connected to the Vine, the full Power of Christ emerges and through the Will of the Holy Spirit, I have started creating a second book! I’m only 5,000 words in, but another example of being in the right place at the right time, thank you Axx your teaching resources are special and anointed through Christ Jesus! I feel the Power!
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 instructors
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
Understanding the New Testament
Praise be to God I am gradually understanding the New Testament books more especially the synonstic gospel and the book of John. Throughout this week I have been opportune to listen to various lecturers. The lecturers were really amazing, praise be to God for their lives.
Understanding the New Testament
Praise be to God I am gradually understanding the New Testament books more especially the synonstic gospel and the book of John. Throughout this week I have been opportune to listen to various lecturers. The lecturers were really amazing, praise be to God for their lives.
Understanding the New Testament
Praise be to God I am gradually understanding the New Testament books more especially the synonstic gospel and the book of John. Throughout this week I have been opportune to listen to various lecturers. The lecturers were really amazing, praise be to God for their lives.
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
Understanding the New Testament
Praise be to God I am gradually understanding the New Testament books more especially the synonstic gospel and the book of John. Throughout this week I have been opportune to listen to various lecturers. The lecturers were really amazing, praise be to God for their lives.
Understanding the New Testament
Praise be to God I am gradually understanding the New Testament books more especially the synonstic gospel and the book of John. Throughout this week I have been opportune to listen to various lecturers. The lecturers were really amazing, praise be to God for their lives.
Understanding the New Testament
Praise be to God I am gradually understanding the New Testament books more especially the synonstic gospel and the book of John. Throughout this week I have been opportune to listen to various lecturers. The lecturers were really amazing, praise be to God for their lives.
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.
This course introduces us to pneumatology by examining a number of major issues as expressed in biblical, theological and historic material. Understanding the key aspects of the person and work of the Holy Spirit is vital to all engaged in ministry.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Course Introduction How to Journal (Interview)
- Insights: Ian Grant (Interview)
- Holy Spirit Words & Symbols
- The Holy Spirit in History
- Developing Understanding of the Spirit in Church History
- Insights: Fiona Sear (Interview)
- The Personhood of the Spirit: Problems
- Biblical Basis for the Personhood of the Spirit
- Implications of the Personhood of the Spirit
- Insights: Andrew Groza (Interview)
- The deity of the Holy Spirit: Divine Names & Attributes
- The Spirit in the Trinity
- Implications of the Deity of the Spirit
- Insights: Albert Haddad (Interview)
- The Work of the Holy Spirit in the World
- The Work of the Holy Spirit in the OT
- Work of the Holy Spirit in Jesus and the Believer
- Insights: Brendan Roach (Interview)
- Concepts & Views on Spirit Baptism
- Conversion-Initiation & Spirit Baptism in NT
- The Distinctive Nature & Purpose of Spirit Baptism
- Insights: Diane Manusama (Interview)
About your instructor
Dr Jon Newton
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
Course Reviews
Moving and Interesting.
I am very much enjoying learning about Pentecostal Theology concerning the Holy Spirit.
It is by far one of the more interesting series (for me personally).
Informative, Interesting and Inspiring.
I am throughly enjoying the course on the ‘Person & Work of the Holy Spirit’. The course has is interesting and has presented many perspectives that I had not previously considered.
Learning to Hear the Spirit Voice
had learned that I should have to meditate on scriptures, sensitizing and building up my spirit through speaking in tongues, discerning receptivity to prophecies, taking risks, trial, error, stepping out in obedience, keeping records of spirit experiences, openness to correction and counsel. And also I had learned to test the spirit and the scripture if it is the same voice and test if others sense that this is the spirit. Test the inner peace effects does this voice have on my spirit, to test interpretation I have to understand what the spirit is saying and test of circumstances, does the situation enable me to follow this leading.
This course continues to examine pneumatology by understanding the key aspects of the person and work of the Holy Spirit including the various Pentecostal, Evangelic and Charismatic views. Leading pastors and teachers share their views and experiences.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Evidence of Spirit Baptism: Background & Pentecost
- Evidence of Spirit Baptism in Acts
- The Rise of Pentecostalism
- Insights: Michael Adelana (Interview)
- Gifts in the NT
- More on Gifts of the Spirit in the NT
- Worship in the Spirit
- Insights: Tex Houston (Interview)
- Living in the Spirit in Community
- Hearing the Spirit’s Voice
- Praying in the Spirit & Tongues
- Insights: Tanya Harris (Interview)
- The Concept of Sanctification
- The Process of Sanctification
- The Spirit & Sanctification; the Fruit of the Spirit
- Insights: Matt Jarlett (Interview)
- Laying on of Hands & Impartation
- The Gift of Prophecy
- Guidelines for Prophecy
- Insights: Richard Warner (Interview)
- The Spirit in the Church
- Moves of the Spirit
- Revivals & Spiritual Moves
- Insights: Melinda Dwight (Interview)
About your instructor
Dr Jon Newton
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
Course Reviews
Moving and Interesting.
I am very much enjoying learning about Pentecostal Theology concerning the Holy Spirit.
It is by far one of the more interesting series (for me personally).
Informative, Interesting and Inspiring.
I am throughly enjoying the course on the ‘Person & Work of the Holy Spirit’. The course has is interesting and has presented many perspectives that I had not previously considered.
Learning to Hear the Spirit Voice
had learned that I should have to meditate on scriptures, sensitizing and building up my spirit through speaking in tongues, discerning receptivity to prophecies, taking risks, trial, error, stepping out in obedience, keeping records of spirit experiences, openness to correction and counsel. And also I had learned to test the spirit and the scripture if it is the same voice and test if others sense that this is the spirit. Test the inner peace effects does this voice have on my spirit, to test interpretation I have to understand what the spirit is saying and test of circumstances, does the situation enable me to follow this leading.
This course gives you an introduction to the role, function and theological framework of preaching, as you develop your understanding of the ministry from a biblical perspective.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Learning to Preach
- The Danger of Preaching
- The Duty of a Preacher
- The Development & Devotion of the Preacher
- The Historical Development of Preaching (1)
- The Historical Development of Preaching (2)
- The Theological Foundation of Preaching
- The Introduction
- The Conclusion
- Accurate Interpretation (1)
- Accurate Interpretation (2)
- Accurate Application
- Sermon Preparation
- Expository Sermons
- Textual, Thematic & Doctrinal Sermons
- Topical Sermons
- Exegetical Sermons vs Topical Sermons
About your instructor
Dr Markus Richardson
Markus was ordained to Anglican Ministry in 1987 and worked for 14 years in outback rural and regional towns in New South Wales. He is a trained counsellor with degrees in psychology and theology. Markus served as a Police Chaplain for ten years. He completed his Doctorate in Leadership in 2010. He is an experienced coach and is an accredited Bar-On EQ Inventory and Leadership Development Profile facilitator.
Course Reviews
Homiletics: Part 1
I just loved the whole part of this course on Homiletics as it shed so much light on how to prepare sermons and the different styles of sermons that there are, e.g., expository, textual, thematic, topical, etc. The course has also highlighted the very fact that there are actually dangers of preaching as well as advantages of it as a whole. I love the way the course was presented and the way the instructor has delivered the materials. I’m looking forward to the second part of this course and I pray God blesses your ministry, AXX Bible College. Thank you so much!
Power of your words
Excellent teaching.
Gives great insights how to bring God’s word out
To be a better student of the Word
Well done
You’ll learn from experienced preachers. This course explores some of the technical components of professional preaching including how to craft illustrations, effective non-verbal communication, weddings, funerals and difficult pastoral matters.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Biblical Preaching
- Stories & Illustrations (1)
- Stories & Illustrations (2)
- Non-Verbal Delivery
- Using Notes
- Using Audio & Visuals
- Verbal Delivery
- Pathos & Peculiarities
- The 7 Axioms
- Preaching at Weddings
- Preaching at Funerals & Memorials
- Preaching on Difficult Pastoral Matters (1)
- Preaching on Difficult Pastoral Matters (2)
- Preaching Cross-Culturally
- Evaluating Sermons
- How I Prepare & Preach (1)
- How I Prepare & Preach (2)
About your instructor
Dr Markus Richardson
Markus was ordained to Anglican Ministry in 1987 and worked for 14 years in outback rural and regional towns in New South Wales. He is a trained counsellor with degrees in psychology and theology. Markus served as a Police Chaplain for ten years. He completed his Doctorate in Leadership in 2010. He is an experienced coach and is an accredited Bar-On EQ Inventory and Leadership Development Profile facilitator.
Course Reviews
Homiletics: Part 1
I just loved the whole part of this course on Homiletics as it shed so much light on how to prepare sermons and the different styles of sermons that there are, e.g., expository, textual, thematic, topical, etc. The course has also highlighted the very fact that there are actually dangers of preaching as well as advantages of it as a whole. I love the way the course was presented and the way the instructor has delivered the materials. I’m looking forward to the second part of this course and I pray God blesses your ministry, AXX Bible College. Thank you so much!
Power of your words
Excellent teaching.
Gives great insights how to bring God’s word out
To be a better student of the Word
Well done
This course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to minister to create a management strategy and help you manage a ministry team within a Christian organisation. It will also formulate specific steps to further develop the current management processes of the Christian organisation.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Introduction
- Biblical Foundations
- The BIG Picture
- How do you know you’re winning?
- Achieving VISION
- Organisational Structure
- Managing People
- Managing Finances
- Managing Resources
- Asking Good Questions
- Being Solution Focused
- Brainstorming
- Setting Goals
- Understanding How Change Affects Others
- Dealing with Barriers
- Clearly Define Expectations
- Creating a Culture of Communication
- Thinking Things Through
- Vision Alignment
- What is measurable & what is not?
- Value of Reporting
- An Evaluation Process
- Monitor Progress through Informal Reviews
- Dealing with the Unexpected
- Keep Talking about the Wins
- Transitioning
- A Culture of Gratitude
About your instructor
Andrew Drummond
Andrew has held various pastoral roles for over fifteen years. He now works with Springboard Consulting where is all about empowering people for a purpose whether that be for pastors, leaders, denominational leaders, business leaders, NGO or mission leaders. Drawing from extensive experience training, strategic coaching and personal mentoring will be provided to empower you and your leaders for their purpose
Course Reviews
Community Chaplaincy
I got more information and better language to use when listening better with others.
Am I ready for Baptism
I am now understand the baptism and the oneness. I would like to thank you Axx bible institute for allowing and providing such a deep corse in depth with vidios and pictures to paint the picture correctly
Practical and Spiritual
Through my 12 month journey, Axx Bible College has given me guidance, practical teaching and Holy Spirit spiritual teaching to feel confidently equipped to write my first book, which is at the publishers, and will be available soon. But God doesn’t stop there, and when you’re connected to the Vine, the full Power of Christ emerges and through the Will of the Holy Spirit, I have started creating a second book! I’m only 5,000 words in, but another example of being in the right place at the right time, thank you Axx your teaching resources are special and anointed through Christ Jesus! I feel the Power!
Part 1 of this course will leads students through a self-critical analysis and reflection of Spirit-filled leadership issues including pentecostal history, theological issues, and the history and background of Acts.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Introduction
- Australian Pentecostal History (1)
- Australian Pentecostal History (2)
- Insights: Melinda Dwight Interview
- Leadership Models & Issues
- Ecclesiological Issues
- Theological Issues
- Pneumatological Issues
- Ethical & Missional Issues
- Introduction to Acts
- Critical Questions about Acts
- Structure of Acts
- Historical Context of Acts
- Jewishness of Acts (1)
- Jewishness of Acts (2)
- Jewishness of Acts (3)
About your instructor
Dr Jon Newton
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
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
Acts of the Holy Spirit.
As a Christian/leaders we should not only claim we are filled with the Holy Spirit but we should be led/walk by the Holy Spirit.
Importance of Acts in terms of leadership and Holy Spirit.
This session was very impacting and illuminating at the same time. I used to just read the Bible and teach but now I have a broader understanding of every passage in this book especially how apostles we leading and serving God, and how the Holy Spirit was operating and how they rely and obey the Holy Spirit. There is also an example of seven leaders who were chosen not because of their wealth or education but because they were full of the Holy Spirit, which shows the importance of the Holy Spirit in leadership. Thanks to our called lecturers and all Axx administration.
Spirit filled leadership
In leadership we need the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit is the empowering factor in all what we do both within and outside the Ministry.
The Holy Spirit enable the humanity in relating to God.
Without the Holy Spirit a man is nonentity but with the Holy Spirit the true reflection of God is manifested.
Part 2 of this course focuses on the leadership and development of the earliest church and how pentecostal have shaped their leadership in contemporary church based on the book of Acts.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Insights: Barry Chant Interview (1)
- Acts & the First Pentecostals
- Pentecostal Use of Acts
- Criticisms & Response to Pentecostal Theology
- Insights: Barry Chant Interview (2)
- Leadership in the Infant Church
- Leadership in the Developing Church
- Leadership Application from Acts
- Insights: Craig Keener Interview (1)
- Leadership Issues & Crises
- Local Church Governance
- Servant Leadership
- Women in Leadership
- Insights: Craig Keener Interview (2)
- Financial Issues
- Prayer
About your instructor
Dr Jon Newton
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
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
Acts of the Holy Spirit.
As a Christian/leaders we should not only claim we are filled with the Holy Spirit but we should be led/walk by the Holy Spirit.
Importance of Acts in terms of leadership and Holy Spirit.
This session was very impacting and illuminating at the same time. I used to just read the Bible and teach but now I have a broader understanding of every passage in this book especially how apostles we leading and serving God, and how the Holy Spirit was operating and how they rely and obey the Holy Spirit. There is also an example of seven leaders who were chosen not because of their wealth or education but because they were full of the Holy Spirit, which shows the importance of the Holy Spirit in leadership. Thanks to our called lecturers and all Axx administration.
Spirit filled leadership
In leadership we need the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit is the empowering factor in all what we do both within and outside the Ministry.
The Holy Spirit enable the humanity in relating to God.
Without the Holy Spirit a man is nonentity but with the Holy Spirit the true reflection of God is manifested.
Part 3 of this course will lead students through a self-critical analysis and reflection of Spirit-filled leadership issues including Pentecost, spiritual warfare, healing and miracles.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Liturgy
- Insights: Tex Houston Interview
- Pentecost (1)
- Pentecost (2)
- Insights: Jon Newton Interview
- Spiritual Warfare & Deliverance
- Healing in Acts
- Miracles in Acts
- Insights: Craig Keener Interview (3)
- Missiological Perspectives (1)
- Missiological Perspectives (2)
- Missiological Perspectives (3)
- Insights: Cin Do Kham Interview
- Preaching in Acts
- Teaching in Acts
- Synthesizing & Applying Acts
About your instructor
Dr Jon Newton
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
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
Acts of the Holy Spirit.
As a Christian/leaders we should not only claim we are filled with the Holy Spirit but we should be led/walk by the Holy Spirit.
Importance of Acts in terms of leadership and Holy Spirit.
This session was very impacting and illuminating at the same time. I used to just read the Bible and teach but now I have a broader understanding of every passage in this book especially how apostles we leading and serving God, and how the Holy Spirit was operating and how they rely and obey the Holy Spirit. There is also an example of seven leaders who were chosen not because of their wealth or education but because they were full of the Holy Spirit, which shows the importance of the Holy Spirit in leadership. Thanks to our called lecturers and all Axx administration.
Spirit filled leadership
In leadership we need the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit is the empowering factor in all what we do both within and outside the Ministry.
The Holy Spirit enable the humanity in relating to God.
Without the Holy Spirit a man is nonentity but with the Holy Spirit the true reflection of God is manifested.
Licentiate of Church Planting Enrolment Options
Monthly Subscription
- 12 Specifically Designed Courses
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- Certified Training
- 243 Lessons
3 Monthly Payments
- 12 Specifically Designed Courses
- Lifetime access to all resources
- Certified Training
- 243 Lessons
Upfront Payment
- 12 Specifically Designed Courses
- Lifetime access to all resources
- Certified Training
- 243 Lessons
Licentiate of Church Planting Snapshot
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12 specifically designed courses
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243 lessons
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81 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
Licentiate of Church Planting Reviews
The life of a Disciple
Great Equipping for the Ministry
I Appreciate the entire team from Axx Bible School for the awesome teachings and insightful presentations. I am transformed with a renewed approach into doing the Lord’s Work. The knowledge and the wisdom acquired from the very able Servants/ Lecturer’s will help me and my team to not only plant one church but many Kingdom Churches to the Glory of my Lord Jesus Christ. Thanks Axx team for providing such a platform.
Licentiate of church planting
I have been in training that has dynamically transformed my thinking about ministry. I am now equipped for greater calling in the ministry and servant hood and propagating the kingdom of God. My faith is greatly boosted and my eyes are open to seeing and my spiritual life is transformed for ever.
Licentiate of Church Planting Requirements
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Students should have completed the Advanced Certification of Church Planting
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If you have relevant ministry experience or previous training then you can commence this qualification immediately. 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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The Licentiate of Church Planting requires a desire to be active in full-time ministry and or learning how to prepare for it.
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Students should have a solid 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 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