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Cultural Competency
1 Lesson-
StartIdentify two scripture references about hospitality in the bible. Relate hospitality to what you learn in the Cultural Competency module.
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Worship
4 Lessons-
PreviewRead the entirety of Worshiping with United Methodists by Hoyt L. Hickman prior to licensing school.
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PreviewWrite a one-page reflection on your group worship preparation and process submitted within 24 hours of your group worship experience.
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PreviewWrite a one-two page paper about your understanding of the pattern of worship for any United Methodist Worship Service.
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StartNames & Attributes of God
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Church Communications
1 Lesson-
PreviewSubmit a one page document explaining how you will integrate the use of digital communication into your ministry.
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Pastoral Care
1 Lesson-
PreviewRead the entirety of Pastoral Care: An Essential Guide by John Patton prior to licensing school.
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Funerals
1 Lesson-
PreviewRead United Methodist Book of Worship Sections on Services of Death and Resurrection prior to licensing school.
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Sacraments - Communion
2 Lessons-
PreviewDownload and read “This Holy Mystery: A United Methodist Understanding of Holy Communion” at https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/this-holy-mystery-a-united-methodist-understanding-of-holy-comm
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PreviewWrite a two-page summary of your understanding of communion to be submitted by July 1, 5:00 p.m.
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Weddings
1 Lesson-
PreviewRead United Methodist Book of Worship Sections on Services of Christian Marriage prior to licensing school. Provide the key elements of a wedding service in the United Methodist tradition.
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Missions
3 Lessons-
PreviewTo prepare for the session, provide one Scripture Text or Story that informs your understanding of mission and one word or phrase that communicates its concept.
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PreviewRead the Theology of Mission statement for the General Board of Global Ministries provided at this link. (2 pages). https://umcmission.org/our-theology-of-mission/
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PreviewRead the blog post found at this link of UM & Global (a blog dedicated to fostering conversations about the global nature of The United Methodist Church). A New Definition of Mission.
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Clergy Licensing School - June 2025
East and West Ohio Conferences - In Person Licensing School
Course Summary
Course Curriculum
Donnetta Peaks
John Girard
Robin Dillon
