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January Intersession courses provide focused training for clergy, lay professionals, and seminarians in a range of topics. Each weeklong course runs for five days, for 3½ - 4 hours each day. Church professionals register for each course through CALL --for Continuing Education Unit credit (3 CEUsno academic credit is awarded except for currently enrolled CDSP or GTU students). Registration is $310 for each 5-day course. Register here. Sexual Violations and the Church Today churches face the distressing realization that child abuse, sexual harassment, and clergy sexual abuse occur within the protected community of faith. This class will examine the damage caused when power and sexuality are abused, the strategies for preventing such abuse of children and adults, and the spiritual dynamics of healing which can guide recovery for individuals and congregations. This course fulfills the requirement for child abuse and sexual misconduct prevention certification. KIBBIE RUTH (M.Div., Pacific School of Religion) is one of the best-known local authorities on sexual abuse in the church. She offers classes and workshops at the Pacific School of Religion.
Marital Preparation DAVID GORTNER (Ph.D. in psychology / human development, The University of Chicago) is Assistant Professor of Pastoral Theology and Director of CALL at Church Divinity School of the Pacific. He is a Prepare/Enrich counselor and trainer. HERBERT ANDERSON (Ph.D. in pastoral theology, Drew University, Madison, NJ) is Research Professor of Pastoral Theology at Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary. He co-authored the book, Becoming Married.
Addictions, 12-Steps and Church This course offers a solid introduction to addictive patterns, how they grow out of family systems and how they affect the church. It will also offer a theological exploration of 12-step spirituality. MERRILL F. SWINEY (M.D., University of Virginia) specializes in addiction and emergency medicine. He works for the Chemical Dependency Services Unit at Kaiser Hospital, Vallejo, CA.
Ministry Skills Certification Seminar This unique "course" is being sponsored by the Community Care Group of current seminarians and the Office of the Dean of Students at CDSP. The week of half-day seminars allows clergy and lay leaders to complete introductory training and receive certification in the following areas: Anti-Racism (2 days); Domestic Violence Awareness (1 day); Ethical Sexual Conduct (1 day); Substance Abuse Intervention (1 day). Seminar instructors are recognized leaders and consultants in their respective fields. These seminars will equip people involved in ministry with basic tools for appropriate identification and response. Note: The course is designed to fit in the schedule with Bishop Griswolds course (below), for those who wish to take both.
Ignatian Spirituality This course offers an introductory immersion in Ignatian spirituality, including the classic Spiritual Exercises, the Ignatian Examen, and contemporary and Episcopal/Anglican adaptations of the Ignatian prayer traditions. Classes will consist of lectures, discussions, and guided prayer practices. (Enrollment is limited). FRANK GRISWOLD (M.Div., General Theological Seminary; M.A., Oxford University) is retired Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church and author of several books. This course is full. To be placed on a waiting list, please e-mail call@cdsp.edu, or call 510-204-0705.
Education for Ministering Congregations An introduction to developing congregations as ministering communities, including exploring the role of regional missioners and other leaders in local ministry development. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of the vision and current practice of local ministry development in the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Church of Canada. They will also explore the vision, values and skills involved in this work, especially as it relates to change in congregations, church systems and church culture. A variety of adult education methods will be used, including reading, case studies, conversations with those involved in ministry development at the local level, practice in working collaboratively, and reflection on experience. Assessment will be based on class participation; students requesting a letter grade will contract for a reflective written assignment. Auditors are expected to participate fully in class meetings. The instructor will be assisted by members of the Ministry Developers' Collaborative. JOSEPHINE BORGESON (M.Div., Church Divinity School of the Pacific) is a deacon who does consulting and freelance work in adult education and organizational development. |
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