Missed orientation? Here's key information and resources to help you through the 2008/2009 school year.
You are to be commended for your commitment, not just to learning, but to discipleship by preparing to reproduce more leaders in the word of God and in ministry. We are not in the business of “Christian education” so much as we are fulfilling the task of Biblical discipleship on the highest level: by creating believers who can be shepherds in our image as we follow Christ.
This is a particular educational distinctive of our Shepherd School of Ministry. The professors are almost entirely practicing pastors. We are able to pass on insights that come from modeling ministry, and not just academic knowledge of our subjects. This means you receive training that is far more relevant to living for Christ and walking in the Spirit than what is available at the typical Bible College or Seminary.
As one of our students, you have the opportunity to use an up-to-date educational delivery system to get in touch with Christ and the Scriptures, and to be challenged toward a global engagement with the gospel. It is through your servant heart that our mission statement becomes a reality:
The total impact of your learning and leadership will only be shown in eternity. Our goal is to equip you for all aspects of ministry so that some of what you learn is immediately used, and some waits for the season when it will make the most impact.
Thank you for your decision to start. Thank you for giving of yourself and your time. Thank you for the love you have for the Word of God and for lost souls, and the passion you exercise in fulfilling the Great Commission.
On Behalf of Dr. Jeff Adams,
—Alan Shelby
September 5-6: No Classes (Labor Day)
November 28-29: No Classes (Thanksgiving Break)
Dec 12: Finals Week
Dec 20-Jan 2: No Class (Holiday Break)
January 9: Classes Begin
April 3-4: No Classes (Easter Break)
May 1: Finals Week
May 9: Graduation
o Classes may be dropped during the first week, with no record appearing on the student's transcript.
o Classes dropped after the first week of instruction will be recorded as WP or WF, depending on the student's grade at the time the class is dropped.
o All classes dropped during the last two weeks of the semester will receive an F grade, except in circumstances of extreme hardship.
Request to drop a class must be made with the instructor, who will inform the Registrar’s office by assigning the appropriate grade (WP or WF). Refund requests must be made to the Registrar’s office before the second week of class. There are no refunds after the first week.
Welcome from the Dean
2 Tim 2:2 And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.You are to be commended for your commitment, not just to learning, but to discipleship by preparing to reproduce more leaders in the word of God and in ministry. We are not in the business of “Christian education” so much as we are fulfilling the task of Biblical discipleship on the highest level: by creating believers who can be shepherds in our image as we follow Christ.
This is a particular educational distinctive of our Shepherd School of Ministry. The professors are almost entirely practicing pastors. We are able to pass on insights that come from modeling ministry, and not just academic knowledge of our subjects. This means you receive training that is far more relevant to living for Christ and walking in the Spirit than what is available at the typical Bible College or Seminary.
As one of our students, you have the opportunity to use an up-to-date educational delivery system to get in touch with Christ and the Scriptures, and to be challenged toward a global engagement with the gospel. It is through your servant heart that our mission statement becomes a reality:
Shepherd School serves as an advanced equipping arm of likeminded churches whose mission is to mold every member into the image of Christ, and mobilize all to minister the Word of God to the world. To this end, Shepherd School utilizes experienced pastoral leaders to equip men and women of the church to function as shepherds of God’s people through a structured and orderly curriculum centered in the Bible.
The total impact of your learning and leadership will only be shown in eternity. Our goal is to equip you for all aspects of ministry so that some of what you learn is immediately used, and some waits for the season when it will make the most impact.
Thank you for your decision to start. Thank you for giving of yourself and your time. Thank you for the love you have for the Word of God and for lost souls, and the passion you exercise in fulfilling the Great Commission.
On Behalf of Dr. Jeff Adams,
—Alan Shelby
School Calendar 2009-2010
August 15-16: Student Orientation and Classes BeginSeptember 5-6: No Classes (Labor Day)
November 28-29: No Classes (Thanksgiving Break)
Dec 12: Finals Week
Dec 20-Jan 2: No Class (Holiday Break)
January 9: Classes Begin
April 3-4: No Classes (Easter Break)
May 1: Finals Week
May 9: Graduation
Assignments
All essays, reports and outlines must be submitted on 8 ½ x11 white paper. When multiple pages are involved, paper must be stapled or permanently attached. No loose papers or paper clips are acceptable. Papers must also be completed according to accepted standards for research, investigation, and reporting including spelling, organization, style, grammar, neatness, and originality.Resource Center
In addition to regular posted hours of operation, the Reality Living Resource Center will be open to Shepherd School students the first Saturday of each month and the first day of Saturday classes at the beginning of each semester. Hours are 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. E-mails for book orders may be sent to Jackie Roberts. Special appointments are also available upon request.Add/Drop Procedure
o Classes may not be added after the first week of instruction.o Classes may be dropped during the first week, with no record appearing on the student's transcript.
o Classes dropped after the first week of instruction will be recorded as WP or WF, depending on the student's grade at the time the class is dropped.
o All classes dropped during the last two weeks of the semester will receive an F grade, except in circumstances of extreme hardship.
Request to drop a class must be made with the instructor, who will inform the Registrar’s office by assigning the appropriate grade (WP or WF). Refund requests must be made to the Registrar’s office before the second week of class. There are no refunds after the first week.
Retaking Classes
Students are allowed to retake failed classes.3rd Year Students
A reception for graduates and their families is held the night of graduation. Third year students and/or their spouses are asked to help with this reception by providing light refreshments and serving.Last modified: Wednesday, 10 June 2009, 03:40 PM