New pastors training open to limited number of members

New pastors training open
to limited number
of members

PASADENA—The Worldwide Church of God announced that the next new pastors training class will take place in Dallas, Texas, beginning Saturday morning, Feb. 19, 2005 and ending Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 22, about 3 p.m.

The training will coincide with Presidents Day weekend, so participants won’t need to take Monday off work. The training will continue in the pastor’s home area, and through on-line classes with Ambassador College of Christian Ministry (ACCM). This year’s session is open to a limited number of church members.

Pastoral candidates’ expenses will be covered. Interested members will have to pay for their own travel, housing and meals while at the class. The cost of housing and meals will be about $450 for an individual and $575 for a couple. This includes four breakfasts (continental), four lunches and four nights lodging. Handouts and other items will be supplied by the church. A certificate of training will be given to participating members.

According to Steve and Cristy Meade of Columbus, Ohio, who attended last year’s training as a member couple: “We came home excited and encouraged. We found the training to be helpful in the various ministries in which we serve in our local congregation.

“The training has also given us a boost in confidence and helped us to be more willing to step forward when service opportunities arise. An additional blessing was the friendships we were able to build with people we otherwise may never have met.”

Those who desire to attend need to complete an application form and have their pastor recommend them. To request an application, send an e-mail to nancy.akers@ wcg.org.

Since the first class was conducted in 1996, more than 350 pastoral candidates and their spouses have received training.

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