【School System】

• Semester systems: Winter, Spring, summer and Fall semester.
• Courses are either in "Intensive Courses" which completes in one week, or in "Semester System" which completes in 8-12 weeks.
• Detailed course description will be announced two months before the start of each semester, and begin accepting enrollment at the same time.
• Student can take either local courses or online courses. Online courses will be available online one week after the local courses. Student should complete online DVD courses themselves.
• Each unit is 12 class hours. Students are required to complete the assigned homework and report accordingly.
• Letter grade will be used in academic evaluation. The passing grade is B-. Any grade that is below C- is considered as Failure. 

【Certificate and Degree】

 River of Life Pastoral Leadership Institute Courses (ROLPLI is in the process of applying approval for the education program through BPPE Verification of Exemption status. The entire education program will be offered after BPPE verification)

 Educational Program

• Certificate in Christian ministry

The Certificate in Church Ministry with Specific Emphasis is awarded to students who complete the requirements of the specific ministry selected. Below is a listing of the ministry programs that are available. 17 course credits are required for completion of each ministry listed below.

• Worship Ministry
• Spiritual Caring and Biblical Counseling Ministry
• Bible Teaching and Church Group Ministry
• Church community ministry and Christian Life

Worship Ministry

Certificate student who focuses on Worship Ministry will be equipped with the skills, knowledge, and spiritual insight needed to effectively lead and contribute to worship experiences within a religious community. This comprehensive program encompasses various facets of worship, including musical proficiency, spiritual leadership, and the practical aspects of organizing and executing worship services. Here's a detailed description of courses designed for worship ministry:

• Core Courses
  • Worship Theology and History                       2
  • Worship Ministry                                             1
  • How to develop church worship team            1
  • How to develop church AVL team                  1
• Elective Courses
  • Spiritual Formation                                         2
  • Spiritual Leadership                                       2
  • Worship songs singing basic                         1
  • Contemporary Worship songs composing     1
  • Church media ministry training                      2
  • Church worship instruments training             1
  • Worship leader training                                  1
  • Church relationships and conflicts                 2
  • Church History                                               2

Spiritual Caring and Biblical Counseling Ministry

Certificate student who focuses on Spiritual Caring and Biblical Counseling Ministry will be equipped with the skills, knowledge, and ethical foundations needed to provide compassionate and biblically-based support to individuals facing various life challenges. This comprehensive program integrates theological understanding, counseling techniques, spiritual gifts practices and practical application, preparing participants to serve as empathetic spiritual caregivers and counselors. Here's a detailed description of courses designed for Spiritual caring and biblical counseling ministry:

• Core Courses
  • Worship Theology and History                    2
  • Spiritual Formation                                      2
  • Meditational Prayer Method                        0.5
  • Inner Healing                                               2
• Elective Courses
  • Holy Listening and Discernment                  2
  • Gospel and give up addiction                      2
  • Biblical Counseling basic                             2
  • Biblical Counseling advance                        2
  • Spiritual Warfare                                          1
  • Spiritual Warfare advance                           2
  • Fivefold ministries                                        2
  • Lectio Divina and Jesus prayer                   2
  • Spiritual Darkness in Ministry                      1
  • Intercessional Prayer                                   2
  • Spiritual Gifts Training                                 2
  • Prophet and Prophetic Ministry                   1

Bible Teaching and Church Group Ministry

Certificate student who focuses on Bible Teaching and Church group Ministry will be prepared for roles that involve the effective teaching of biblical principles and the leadership of church congregations. This program integrates theological education, practical teaching methodologies, and leadership development, equipping participants to serve as knowledgeable and inspirational leaders within a religious community. Here's a comprehensive description of courses designed for Bible teaching and church group ministry:

• Core Courses
  • New Testament Theology                           2
  • Old Testament Theology                             2
  • Small Group church ministry                       2
  • Spiritual Leadership                                    2
• Elective Courses
  • Systematic Theology I                                2
  • Systematic Theology II                               2
  • Systematic Theology III                              2
  • Church History                                           2
  • Hermeneutics                                             2
  • Books of Torah                                           3
  • Books of Old Testamen                              2
  • Books of Gospels                                       3
  • Books of New Testament                           2
  • Church relationships and conflicts             2
  • Church Management                                 1
  • Church planting and mission                     1
  • How to preach gospel                                2
  • Church growth and health                         1
  • Discipleship training                                   2

Church Community Ministry and Christian Life

Certificate student who focuses on Church Community Ministry and Christian life will be prepared to integrate their faith into their professional lives and make a positive impact on both their workplaces and the wider community. This program combines theological education, practical ministry skills, and career development strategies, empowering participants to align their career choices with Christian values and contribute meaningfully to society. Here's a detailed description of courses designed for Church community ministry and Christian Life:

• Core Courses
  • Apologetics Theology                             2
  • Transforming Revival                              1
  • Christian Ethics                                       2
  • Foundations of Spiritual Life                   2
• Elective Courses
  • Christian family and marriage                 1
  • Marketplace Theology and Ministry        2
  • Gender Theology                                    2
  • Theology of Emotions                             2
  • Christian careers and communication    2
  • Postmodernism and Christian youth       2
  • Christian impact in careers                     2

• Master of Christian Ministry (M.C.M.)

This degree is designed to equip the student to serve the church with theological and Biblical training and to be able to develop different ministries in the church.

There are 52 Course Credits required to earn the Master Degree of Christian Ministry (M.C.M.). The M.C.M. program will assist students in grasping the truth and context of Scripture and theology, in effective pastoral care and teaching of Scripture, and in developing the ability to serve in different ministry areas like bible teaching, biblical counseling, church groups leading, and church community services.

Qualifications

1) A Bachelor's degree or its equivalent, or a higher degree, is required for admission to the Master of Biblical Studies program.

2) Have been called to salvation and baptized for at least two years, and have been actively engaged in the ministry, with a desire to serve God in the future.

3) Be of high moral character and spiritual maturity, and be recommended by a pastor or church leader.

4) Be able to read, understand, and write Chinese, and have basic English skills.

5) Complete 52 credits(21 credits from Core courses, 13 credits from biblical and Theological courses, 18 credits from elective courses)

6) Graduation grade point average of (B-) or higher

• Diploma of Bible Studies (Dip.B.S.)

The Diploma in Biblical Studies is designed to prepare students to teach theology and Bible in the church and to further their studies in the Bible in the future.

 

Diploma in Biblical Studies helps students to grasp the truth and context of Scripture and theology, to pastor and teach Scripture effectively, and to develop competence in the study of Scripture. The Diploma is awarded to students who have completed their diploma studies with a grade of "B-" or higher. There are 27 course credits required to earn the Diploma of Biblical Studies.

 

Qualifications

1) Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or higher degree, is required for the Diploma in Biblical Studies. Or A minimum of (B-) and three years of pastoral ministry in a church or organization plus 60 credits courses in ROLPLI to get Bachelor equivalent status. The additional credits must be completed before the completion of the Dip.B.S.

2) Have been called to salvation and baptized for at least one year, and be actively engaged in ministry, with a desire to serve God in the future.

3) Be of high moral character and spiritual maturity, and be recommended by a pastor or church leader.

4) Be able to read, understand, and write Chinese and have basic English skills.

5) Complete 27 credits (14 credits from Core courses, 13 credits from elective courses)

6) Graduation grade point average of (B-) or higher

 

• Master Degree of Divinity(M.Div.)

This program is designed to provide basic and comprehensive training for those preparing for full-time ministry. It includes biblical studies, theological studies, ministry skills and exercises. In addition to classroom study, students are required to undergo spiritual exercises and participate in internships arranged by the College.

 

There are 82 Course Credits required to earn the Master of Divinity. The (M.Div.) program helps students to master biblical and theological truths, to teach the Bible effectively, and to develop the ability to study the Bible in preparation for further theological preparation for church pastoral care, missions, and theological teaching.

 

Qualifications

1) A Bachelor's degree or its equivalent, or a higher degree, is required for the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree.

2) Have been called to salvation and baptized for at least two years, and be actively engaged in the ministry, with a desire to serve God in the future.

3) Be of good character, spiritually mature, and recommended by a pastor or church leader.

4) Be able to read, understand, and write Chinese with basic English skills.

5) Complete 82 credits (36 credits from Core courses, 20 credits from biblical and Theological courses, 26 credits from elective courses)

6)Graduation with a grade point average of (B-) or better.

• Doctor Degree of Ministry (D.Min)

The Doctor of Ministry program provides opportunities for church and vocational preachers, missionaries, and co-workers in evangelical organizations to further their education, to enhance their pastoral leadership, to deepen their practice of biblical interpretation and preaching, to enrich their passion for counseling, and to develop their mission of planting churches, as well as to write dissertations on their pastoral care and learning experiences for the benefit of the churches and evangelical organizations.

 

There are 36 Course Credits required to earn the Doctor of Ministry. A 150~200 pages thesis will be required for this program.

 

Program Highlights:

          - Pastoral Ministry, Church Administration and Leadership Development

          - Expository Preaching

          - Caring and Counseling

          - Mission and Church Planting

 

Qualifications

1) Applicants for the Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) degree must fulfill one of the following two requirements:

       a. Master of Divinity (M.Div.) with a grade of (B-) or higher, and three years of pastoral or organizational ministry in a church. If the applicant has at least two years of experience prior to obtaining the Master of Divinity degree, he/she is eligible to apply if he/she has completed two years of ministry.

       b. Master of Christian Ministry (M.C.M.): A minimum of (B-) and three years of pastoral ministry in a church or organization plus 19 credits courses in ROLPLI to get M. Div. equivalent status. The additional credits must be completed before the completion of the D. Min.

2) Have been called to salvation and baptized for at least three years, are actively engaged in the ministry, and have a desire to serve God in their lifetime.

3) Be of good character, spiritually mature, and recommended by a pastor or church leader.

4) Be able to read, understand, and write Chinese and have basic English skills.