Compass Classes and Certificates
The following are descriptions of all 17 Compass courses. All courses are available in real-time distance learning. In other words, you can participate in any class from your home or office — wherever you are— at the time the class is held.
CERTIFICATE IN MINISTRY FORMATION (ORIENTATION PLUS 12 CLASSES)
Begin with asynchronous “Compass Orientation” class.
- Theology: Faith Seeking Understanding
- Theology: Vocation and Community
- Biblical Interpretation: Hebrew Bible
- Biblical Interpretation: New Testament
- History: Pre-Reformation to Today
- Individual and Congregational Care
- Preaching
- Liturgy and Sacraments
- Faith Formation and Education
- Ministerial Ethics
- Cultivating and Maintaining Spiritual Life
- Community Leadership: Belonging, Communication, and Conflict
Note: Deeper Dives (offered in addition to the foundational curriculum to meet the UCC Marks of Ministry)
CERTIFICATE IN MINISTRY AND LEADERSHIP FORMATION (17 CLASSES)
- History: Early Church to Reformation
- Preaching and Worship Through the Year
- Financial & Strategic Health in Congregations
- Adaptive Leadership for Ministry
- Innovation & New Models for Ministry
ADDITIONAL DENOMINATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Each denomination establishes its own requirements for ministerial credentialing
Generally, candidates for authorized ministry should also take a class in denominational history and polity through their denomination.
Moravian candidates should engage in monthly spiritual formation and attend a Lebenslauf exercise.
All participants are invited to attend an introductory Faith Sharing (Labenslauf) Zoom session, offered twice yearly.
UCC candidates should participate in a community of practice through their conference or association.
Questions?
Contact Rev. Dr. Lindsey Scott or Rev. Dr. Darryl Stephens