Most clergy graduate from seminary or divinity school without coursework, training, or exposure to church administration, church management, or human resource management. Clergy commonly presume most of their time will be spent preaching, presiding at liturgies, forming their congregation in the Christian faith, ensuring the pastoral care of their congregations, and doing good … [Read more...] about Human Resource Stewardship for Churches
Personal Development
Introduction to Learning Remotely
As schools transition from traditional physical classrooms to an anywhere learning environment, there is a need to explore the challenges and provide insights into how these practices affect various education stakeholders, including educators, learners, and their parents or guardians. This comprehensive course aims to support and improve teaching and learning processes and … [Read more...] about Introduction to Learning Remotely
Rediscovering Wesleyan Mission
We invite you to join Duke Divinity School in “Rediscovering Wesleyan Mission,” the second of five courses in the Rediscovering the Heart of Methodism series, designed to help engaged laypeople and clergy (including local pastors in licensing schools) develop core capacities for innovative leadership within the Wesleyan tradition. This course is designed to help individuals and … [Read more...] about Rediscovering Wesleyan Mission
Career Path Essentials
This course equips participants with essential skills for the modern job market. Dive into crafting compelling CVs, mastering networking, acing interviews, and understanding market trends to propel your career forward. Perfect for ambitious professionals eager to navigate the competitive landscape successfully. By the end of this course, participants will have developed a … [Read more...] about Career Path Essentials
Cultivating a Scriptural Imagination
What does it mean to have a scriptural imagination, and how do we develop this kind of imagination in Christian community? How can a scriptural imagination help us become more active participants in God’s unfolding story of redemption? This Duke Divinity+ course explores the common values and scriptural framework that is at the heart of Methodism. Throughout four weeks, you … [Read more...] about Cultivating a Scriptural Imagination