In an effort to do my best at my job I enrolled in some classes at Covenant Seminary. I hope to become better equipped to work with the sharpest minds in the university world. Today was new student orientation. I met a lot of interesting people, from those who came to seminary straight out of undergrad to those who are starting seminary after leaving an executive position in a billion-dollar industry.
I am highly encouraged by the caliber of student at Covenant and their desire to follow God even into a seemingly fuzzy calling (not everyone is exactly sure what they are there for but they are certain that God wants them there now). I am especially impressed with the opening talks that emphasized 'community' as one of the major essentials in growing as a Christian. It is primarily through community that the depth of our relationship with God can really be challenged, stretched and developed even more. Through community we see our weaknesses as well as strengths and giftings; community also demonstrates and challenges us to love one another - despite our sinful natures.
Classes start this coming Thursday and with my funding at a point that puts me off campus and not working with the students - I am thinking of taking a few more classes than I had planned to get a step up in preparation for next year. I also plan to begin work on the worship leader curriculum I want to put the SLU worship team through. As always, I will keep you all posted!
---- Planned Classes ----
-Praise & Worship in the Church
-Bible Overview & Background
-Spiritual & Ministry Development
-Preparation and delivery of Sermons (? maybe - depends on course load)
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