Welcome back! This course covers Biblical (Pastoral) Leadership. Whether you feel called to Pastoral ministry or not, it is important that we all understand the nature of Pastoral leadership. Pastoral leadership is a central way in which God blesses, encourages and grows His church.

 

This course takes us through Biblical leadership, the theology and practical applications of Pastoral leadership and the specifics of Compass Pastoral Philosophy. Compass Faculty and Compass Pastors will share their knowledge and experience throughout the next 7 weeks. 

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Topics include Jesus’ teachings on pastoring, the 5-fold ministry, Spiritual gifts, Paul’s first missionary journey, historic revivals and current practices. Students will be equipped with sound teaching on the biblical nature of pastoring. The student will also be given practical tools on how to endure as a pastor, how to set boundaries, and the basics of pastoral care. Subjects such as bearing fruits and ordination will also be discussed. This course includes messages and insights from the Lead Pastor, Executive Pastors and Compass Campus Pastors. This course gives exposure to Compass pastors and helps the student focus on developing a distinct understanding of pastoral leadership, pastoral responsibilities and intentional growth as applied at Compass.

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Your CA3 Syllabus is posted here

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Course Objectives

 

• To give students an understanding of sound pastoral practice

• To help students better identify pastoral giftedness in self or others

• To help students develop pastoral leadership competencies 

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Course Text book  

 

Select one text from a pre-approved list available on the Compass Academy website under ‘Recommended Reading’

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Topics Wk 1-7

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1  Biblical Leadership

2 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Pastoral Leadership

3 Endurance in Pastoral Leadership 

4 First Steps to Leading as a Pastor

5 Compass’ Pastoral Philosophy

6 Dealing with Messy People

7 Boundaries for Leaders

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Homework This Week 

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1. Compass Pastoral Leadership: Submit five questions you have regarding Compass Pastoral Leadership to Moodle for session with Lead Pastor Drew Sherman. 

 

2. Review the 4-parts of Pastoral Development Plan (posted below) and schedule a phone call/meeting with your Ministry Direct Report (MDR) to

        (a) review the plan and ask them to give you input/guidance on your ideas

        (b) review the SMART goals you established for this new year for accountability and progress. 

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