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James M. Grier Web site Launched

Jun 27, 2008

Dr. James M. Grier, Distinguished Professor of Philosophical Theology has developed a new Web site located …
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A Tribute to Dr. Victor M. Matthews

Apr 17, 2008

In conjunction with Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, the family of Dr. Victor Matthews has scheduled …
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International Ministry Training

 85% of churches in the world are led by pastors who have never had any formal ministry training. Leaders from every region of the world cite ministry training as one of the most important contributions Westerners can make in 21st Century mission.

Reenvisioning Theological Education: Exploring a Missional Alternative to Current Models. Robert Banks of the Macquarier Chrsitian Institute in Sydney Australia has written an important book that suggest some important ways to innovate theological education internationally. Note the summary of his book found here.

Literature Review Examining Models of International Theological Education, by Mark Awabdy.

American or American't: A critical analysis of Western Training to the world. Excerpt printed in EMQ, October 2004, by Dave Livermore.

International Council for Evangelical Theological Education (ICETE). Visit their link for connections to schools preparing ministry leaders around the world.

Intersect, a ministry committed to coaching and training emerging leaders around the globe. Visit Intersect for more articles and programs for training emerging leaders.

The Global Learning Center is preparing to expand into further study and collaboration on the topic of international ministry training. Watch here for updates.