Feb.-May 2009
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Program Objectives
Church leaders are expected to teach the Bible in various settings with a variety of different constituents. The Certificate in Teaching the Bible Program is designed to give pastors, Sunday-school teachers and lay ministry leaders insight into using the Bible more effectively with children, youth and adults. The certificate is specifically designed to provide the following:

• an overview of the narrative and key theological themes of the Bible;
• practical skills and tools to teach the Bible with power and effectiveness;
• support in ministry and networking opportunities with others who regularly teach the Bible.

This non-degree program is open to all pastors, Sunday-school teachers and church leaders who are regularly called upon to teach the Bible. The course includes:

• participation in seminars that meet on Saturdays every two weeks from February to May. All seminars meet from 9 am - 3pm;
• participation in a small cohort-learning community;
• reading assignments, reflection and group discussion;
• completion of a final project that relates to the coursework.

Program Topics

• Major Themes in the Old Testament
• Major Themes in the New Testament
• Major Themes in Christian Theology
• Teaching through Catechesis and Mentoring
• Teaching Skills 101
• Teaching the Bible in Small Groups
• Teaching the Bible to Adults
• Teaching the Bible to Children/Youth

Program Dates

Session 1 - Feb. 14, 2009
Session 2 - Feb. 28, 2009
Session 3 - March 14, 2009
Session 4 - March 28, 2009
Session 5 - April 18, 2009
Session 6 - April 25, 2009
Session 7 - May 9, 2009
Session 8 - May 23, 2009

Program Costs

Due to a generous grant from the Presbyterian Church (USA), we are able to offer this program at the reduced price of $350, which includes books, materials, and lunches. All sessions are held at Whitworth University. A non-refundable $50 deposit is required to register. Half of the remaining balance is due Feb. 14, and the other half is due March 28. A 10 percent discount is offered to those who make payment in full by Feb. 14. Scholarships may be available.

For More Information

To learn more about this program, please contact Tim Dolan, Ph.D., 509. 777.4676 (tdolan@whitworth.edu), or Michelle Pace, 509.777.3275 (mpace@whitworth.edu).

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