Correctional ministries is one of the oldest and most important ministries in the church. Incarcerated men and women seeking a relationship with Jesus Christ often need help; they need someone to minister to and guide them. Those who work in correctional ministries have seen the transformative power of Christ’s love. Do you have a heart for meeting the needs of the incarcerated? These courses are designed for those seeking to establish a foundation in correctional ministries and who may also be looking for specialized training in correctional chaplaincy and/or reentry. With the power of Christ and guidance from the experienced lecturers in these courses, you can be a light of hope to those seeking new life.
Dynamics of Working with Offenders
This course will examine common characteristics of offenders, the specialized approaches to ministering within a correctional facility, and the Biblical corollaries for transformation as they pertain to offenders.
Leadership and Spiritual Formation of Offenders
This course is designed for those involved in correctional ministry seeking to develop personal leadership, be effective witnesses and disciple other believers toward maturity in Christ.
Correctional Ministries Program Development and Evaluation
This course equips those ministering within correctional and community settings to research, plan, and administrate a ministry program that helps offenders and ex-offenders encounter God, His Word, His Holy Spirit, and to transform their thinking and behavior while developing basic life skills.
Care and Counseling in Correctional Ministry
This course provides an introduction to the unique challenges and strategies involved in care and counseling within a correctional setting as presented by correctional staff, the incarcerated and the families of offenders.