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THE URBAN MINISTRY INSTITUTE OF ST.
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Satellite Coordinators |
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GIL & LINDA CARLSON |
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tumistl@worldimpact.org |
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3108 N. Grand Blvd. |
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St. Louis, MO 63107 |
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Phone: 314.533.8313 x 27 |
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"Training leaders
for urban churches" |
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WHO ARE WE? |
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Since 2001, the Urban Ministry Institute of St.
Louis (a ministry of World Impact) has been a satellite extension of
The Urban Ministry Institute in Wichita, Kansas. This institute seeks
to equip leadership for the urban church to advance the Kingdom of
God. |
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WHAT PROGRAMS DO WE OFFER? |
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We provide excellent training to Christian
leaders through seminary level workshops and courses led by
experienced teachers and instructors. Courses (2 credits each) are
offered in Biblical Studies, Theology and Ethics, Christian Ministry,
and Urban Mission. All the credits earned can be applied toward one of
our Certificate programs (32 credits) or our Ministerial Studies
Diploma (64 credits). |
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Take a look at a sample program: |
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BIBLICAL STUDIES |
THEOLOGY & ETHICS |
CHRISTIAN MINISTRY |
URBAN MISSION |
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(8 credit hours) |
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(8 credit hours) |
(8 credit hours) |
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Conversion and Calling |
The Kingdom of God |
Theology of the Church |
Foundations for Christian Mission |
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Biblical Interpretation |
God the Father |
Foundations of Christian Leadership |
Evangelism and Spiritual Warfare |
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The Old Testament Witness to Christ and His
Kingdom |
God the Son |
Practicing Christian
Leadership |
Focus on Reproduction |
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The New Testament Witness to Christ and His
Kingdom |
God the Holy Spirit |
The Equipping Ministry |
Doing Justice and Loving Mercy: Compassion
Ministries |
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WHAT DISTINGUISHES US? |
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- Committed to excellence in biblical,
theological, and ministerial education |
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- Focused on urban missions and church planting |
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- Committed to working with the student’s pastor
to monitor progress and develop the student’s ministry through the
local church |
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- Accessible to students in their context |
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- Sensitive to urban cultural factors |
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- Christ-centered in doctrine |
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WHEN DO CLASSES START? |
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Classes will last for eight weeks according to
the following yearly calendar: |
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Spring Session: April-June |
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Summer Session: July-September |
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Fall Session: September-November |
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Winter Session: January-March |
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WHERE DO CLASSES MEET? |
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We meet every week at the World Impact Ministry
Center (3108 N. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63107), or at other
locations as announced. |
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HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? |
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The cost per course is $60.00 plus the cost of
textbooks. |
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ARE SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE? |
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Some scholarships are available for those who
show evidence of financial need. |
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HOW DO I GET STARTED? |
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____ Fill out the application |
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____ Pastor’s reference form filled out |
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____ Complete interview with The Urban Ministry
Institute St. Louis staff |
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____ Pay the course fee |
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____ Be actively involved in ministry at your
church or ministry when you enroll |
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Admission to the Urban Ministry Institute is
based upon a review of the student’s application, as well as a letter
of reference from the student’s pastor or church leader. Successful
applicants will receive a letter of acceptance by mail upon approval. |
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WHERE CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION? |
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If you have any additional
questions or want more information, please contact Gil Carlson at
tumistl@worldimpact.org or 314.533.8313. |
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THE URBAN MINISTRY INSTITUTE OF ST.
LOUIS CERTIFICATE AND DIPLOMA PROGRAMS: |
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Certificate in Christian Leadership Studies (32
credits) |
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Our certificate in Christian Leadership Studies
is awarded to all students who complete the 16 modules of the Capstone
Curriculum |
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Certificate in Urban Theological Studies (32
credits) |
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Our certificate in Urban Theological Studies can
be earned by completing eight credits in each of the four subject
areas offered by The Urban Ministry Institute of St. Louis (Biblical
Studies, Theology and Ethics, Christian Ministry, and Urban Mission). |
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Ministerial Studies Diploma (64 credits) |
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After completing either the Certificate in Urban
Theological Studies or the Certificate in Christian Leadership
Studies, a student may complete an additional 32 credits, eight
credits in each of the four subject areas (Biblical Studies, Theology
and Ethics, Christian Ministry, and Urban Mission) in order to receive
a diploma in Ministerial Studies. The first course to be taken in this
program is the Ministry Assessment Course, which helps the student
assess gifts, calling, and ongoing direction in ministry. |
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Church Planting Certification |
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This certificate can be earned by completing the
School of Church Planting. Special qualifications must be met to
participate in this certificate program. Please contact The Urban
Ministry Institute Satellite Coordinator, Gil Carlson, with questions. |
