Spiritis Ministry Course & Degree Program

Have you ever felt "called" to serve God... humanity... Creation?

NOW, through Spiritis Seminary, you can earn a bona fide Doctor of Divinity degree and at the same time become a legally ordained Minister and Chaplain (with all attendant rights and privileges) in the very same ministry founded by the original Apostles, through the auspices and direct authority of Jesus Christ.

Participating in the Basic Ministry Course is an ideal way of becoming aligned with the truest Spirit of Christianity while also contributing materially to Spiritis Church.

With a curriculum as well-rounded as it is challenging, the Spiritis Basic Ministry Course will truly prepare you for a life of service no matter how young or how old you are... and no matter what form or direction Holy Spirit may ultimately inspire your own particular ministry to take.

AS A GRADUATE of the Basic Ministry Course you will be ordained as a minister in Spiritis Church. Spiritis Church is an instrument of Christ's work that extends in history, with unbroken lineage, to the original church of Jesus Christ that was founded on the day of Pentecost by the Holy Spirit. Your title will be Minister and Chaplain. This ordination and title will give you the admission, authority, and privilege to enter many situations of ministry. You may serve as you are called by the will of God and the hearts of your fellow man... to teach, lift up, and lead into higher truth. It will also give you the power to perform weddings. It will give you a fellowship with other ministers. And, most importantly, you will discover that your own life has been created to be a ministry of love and truth. You will be part of the ecumenical work of Christ's mission on earth, reaching out to all people regardless of beliefs or customs, sharing the universal truth that binds and unites us all: that we are all one in God... and LOVE is who we are.

An ecumenical approach

You'll become familiar with the history of Spiritis Church and its many Apostolic lines. Most importantly, you will learn about the original nature of the first church. Its basic character was amazingly simple and adaptable. People were called, as you are now, to serve the Spirit of Love and Truth, which has been given freely to all mankind. Those first ministers served in their own communities and also went to every part of the world. The Apostles (original ministers) carried Jesus' message equally to everyone, that it might enter each heart and community in specialization of practice, beliefs, without establishing controlling structures. All denominations are part of the family of Christ. The original church of Jesus Christ and the Apostles has survived autonomously by honoring and supporting all denominations... and more! Now the greatest story ever told is continuing to expand into the new millennium. You will learn about its dramatic history and become part of its amazing future. This is a rare invitation to become part of (or be rejoined with) the original, unbroken ministry of Jesus Christ

Your Course of Study

The initial part of the course entails home study, on which you may progress at your own pace. You will be asked to submit a monthly report as evidence of your sincere dedication to work through the many-leveled process of becoming a minister. Depending on your choice of study from the available curriculum offerings, the home study portion could be as brief as a month, or take as long as a year. Once each quarter, or as soon as we have a minimum of 20 students ready there will be a series of six conference call classes with Bishop Glenda Green. These are stimulating, provocative, and filled with all the basic information you need to function effectively as a minister and chaplain in your own chosen way. The substance of these calls will be both practical and spiritual. What it means to be a minister. You will learn about the protocols of spiritual guidance...how to use your privileges and avoid liabilities...how to establish and manage your ministry, and opportunities for creating a service-based livelihood. You will be given wedding, memorial, and baptism ceremonies, which as an ordained minister you will be licensed to perform. At the culmination of these calls, plus your home-study training, you will be ordained as a Minister and Chaplain and granted your Doctor of Divinity degree. However, the final decision of your readiness will be based on a summation letter from you in which you tell us that you are truly ready to receive the blessing.

Many students choose to wait for the live Annual Ministry Training Seminar. Each year this Conference and Training Seminar focuses on the training of new ministers but also offers new and advanced education to those already ordained. This is a wonderful conclave in which you may mingle and learn from those who have gone before you. You will meet the Church leaders and establish your place in this community. There will be a formal ordination and commencement at the culmination of each seminar. You are encouraged to attend, but it is not required. Your first attendance (in whatever year you choose) is included in your tuition. We are expecting the next seminar to be in late February or early March of 2008. Specifics will be officially announced shortly.

A lifetime of benefits

Your Certificate of Ministry and ordination as a Minister and Chaplain will be for life, or as long as you honor the privilege in good faith. Once you are ordained, you will have full access to the membership part of the Ministry Web, where you may connect and communicate with ministers world-wide. Although your ordination is for life (assuming honor and good faith), there will be an optional Annual Letter of Good Standing and annual picture ID card for a fee of $75.00. This same renewal fee also entitles you to attend the Annual Training Conference with no other costs other than your travel expenses. This is a phenomenal value and service to those who plan to actually serve in ministry, because it updates and certifies both your credentials and training every year. Completion of the Basic Ministry Course will qualify anyone called to further service to enroll in advanced courses for specialized training or preparation for the higher Apostolic Orders.

Admission

Admission to the Basic Ministry Course is by the calling of the Holy Spirit and the dedication of your own heart. Your qualification is not by conformity to doctrine, but by the sincerity of your desire to be in the service of Love for the uplifting of others and development of yourself. However, a formal application is required. You can use the online form below or download a printable version for submission by regular mail.

In your application, we would like you to tell us something about your background, abilities, and any previous spiritual study in which you've engaged. Of even greater importance, we'd like to know about your objectives for study, spiritual growth and service. We will use this information to individualize your course and evaluate your personal progress.

Tuition

Tuition for the Basic Ministry Course is $1150 USD. It includes the complete Home Study Course, six conference call sessions with Bishop Green, your first two-day Annual Training Seminar, your ordination and Minister-Chaplain certificate, and your Doctor of Divinity degree and diploma. All study materials (a $150 value) -- including an autographed hardbound copy of “Love Without End... Jesus Speaks” and "Keys of Jeshua"-- are provided with your paid tuition. (Postage costs, where applicable, are likewise included.) Travel, meals, and accommodations are not included with your Training Seminar, although group rates, recommendations, and travel assistance are provided whenever possible.

Curriculum

Mandatory requirements:

1. READ & STUDY: “Love Without End...Jesus Speaks” by Bishop Glenda Green.

2. READ & STUDY: The History of Spiritis Church.

3. PERFORM an individualized, self-selected practicum: serving, teaching, leading or ministering in accordance with your talents and the nature of your devotion.

Electives (two or more must be chosen and validated):

1. SUPPLY EVIDENCE of dedicated study and enlightenment in the Holy Bible.

2. SUPPLY EVIDENCE of dedicated study and enlightenment in other sacred texts.

3. READ & STUDY: "The Keys of Jeshua" by Bishop Glenda Green;

4. READ & STUDY: “Managing Your Ministry and Yourself”, from materials by Spiritis Church Bishop Christopher J. Hegarty, Ph.D. (best-selling author, public speaker and international management consultant). Included are his “7 Secrets of Exceptional Leadership,” “How to Manage Your Boss” and “How to Manage Yourself.”

5. ESSAY: In a thoughtful and detailed way, present your existing spiritual attainments and service to others as a basis for ministry in the world. Outline the ways in which this may apply to the work of a Minister and Chaplain in Spiritis Church.

Online Application [download printable form]
Please tell us about your background, abilities and any previous spiritual study in which you've engaged, plus your objectives for study, spiritual growth and service. This information will be used to individualize your course and evaluate your progress.
(Note: ALL fields are required and must be completed before the form can be submitted.)

Describe your educational background, including any independent studies

Describe any prior study of a spiritual or religious nature

Describe your aspirations for spiritual growth

What parts of the Ministry Course curriculum interest you most? Which electives are you most likely to pursue?

In an essay of at least 300 words, explain what "ministry" means to you and how you would apply your ministerial training to a higher use of your talents, interests & existing spheres of influence. Include the desires you have for personal growth through service to others. (Tip: You might prefer to compose your essay elsewhere & then paste it in here.)

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I have read the Articles of Faith and Creed of Spiritis Church and I agree in good faith to the principles therein. I understand that Spiritis Church is universal and will not restrict my service through conformity to doctrine. As a Minister and Chaplain of Spiritis Church, I will respect Its tenets in all aspects of my ministry and endeavor to live as a credit to God. I certify that I am not involved in criminal or abusive activities and that I have no unresolved offenses against my fellow man. I extend to Spiritis Church the right to perform a background check if and when it may be deemed appropriate. I accept accountability to Spiritis Church and absolve It from any responsibility for my performance, actions and behavior. I further understand that my rights to ministerial privilege and protections will be terminated if I engage in activities that are destructive to my fellow man or that constitute a liability to Spiritis Church. I pledge to use my rights and privileges as a Minister and Chaplain in accordance with all applicable laws of the county, state and country in which I practice and reside.

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