Theological education: Laying foundations for the future
We love to see African churches thriving in the gospel and building up believers, empowered to reach out to the unreached. So many church leaders, preachers and evangelists are untrained and long for help. Could that be you?
Little or no training...
“In 2018, for the first time, Africa became the continent with the most Christians, compared to the rest of the world – a staggering 631 million people. But the rapid growth of the church in Africa brings with it a problem. A problem highlighted by the Centre for the Study of Global Christianity and the Association of Evangelicals in Africa (AEA), who have estimated that 85-90% of church leaders in Africa have little or no biblical training. There are serious implications for this lack of training. If poorly trained leaders cannot effectively disciple their congregations or preach the gospel message, then the consequences will be far reaching, affecting the global church.”
“Africa’s Church Leadership Crisis” article from our Connect Magazine on Theological Education
What does it look like?
- Formal teaching in universities and colleges
- Informal local training in urban and rural areas
- Training church leaders and evangelists
opportunities right now
- Lecturer at an African theological college
- Deliver training courses in rural locations
- Coordinate and lead Theological Education by Extension
What You’ll Need
• Relevant theological education
• A heart for building relationships
• Willingness to learn language and culture
• Patience and perseverance
• Team player mindset
• Openness to learn from others
What we Provide
• A caring and supportive team
• Cultural orientation
• Help to learn the local language
• Evangelism and discipleship training