Instructor:
Rev. Jodie Flessner and TBD
Course Description:
This course focuses on the importance of developing competency as an administrator in a United Methodist congregation.
Course Objectives:
Students will be able to
Articulate a Biblical and theological understanding of polity.
Understand and explain the polity of The United Methodist Church, including conferencing, oversight, and discipline.
Articulate the nature of stewardship Biblically and theologically.
Identify techniques and develop skills as effective administrators of local churches, including financial management.
Required Texts:
Laceye Warner, The Method of our Mission
Lovett Weems, Leadership in the Wesleyan Spirit
Reference:
2024 Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church
Instructor:
Rev. Jodie Flessner and TBD
Course Description:
This course focuses on the importance of developing competency as an administrator in a United Methodist congregation.
Course Objectives:
Students will be able to
Articulate a Biblical and theological understanding of polity.
Understand and explain the polity of The United Methodist Church, including conferencing, oversight, and discipline.
Articulate the nature of stewardship Biblically and theologically.
Identify techniques and develop skills as effective administrators of local churches, including financial management.
Required Texts:
Laceye Warner, The Method of our Mission
Lovett Weems, Leadership in the Wesleyan Spirit
Reference:
2024 Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church