ESFM Year Three, Semester Two
The EDNIN School for Faith and Ministry (ESFM) offers monthly classes to a blend of in-person and online students. Gathering in person one Saturday a month, mostly at the Wawasee Retreat Center in Syracuse, this semester of ESFM will offer courses on academic topics in Theological and Liturgical Studies. The materials have been created by the Iona Collaborative at Seminary of the Southwest and classes will be led by local facilitators. Whether you are a lay person pursuing spiritual and intellectual enrichment, someone engaged in the process for ordination, or an ordained person seeking to continue your education, you are welcome to become a part of ESFM!
New this semester is training in Bible Study Facilitation. If you have ever wanted to gather a group for Bible study at church, in your home, at a coffee shop, or in some other ministry setting, this training may be for you! We will address topics like considering your context, choosing among various reflection methods, group formation, sustaining the facilitator, and more. Both in-person and Zoom participation is welcome.
Also new this semester will be a series of “Pre-Curricular Studies” for students starting their postulancy for the diaconate. These 3 courses will focus on equipping students to identify and address their individual learning challenges as they take on the rigors of academic formation for ministry. Because of the sensitive nature of this work, all classes will be in-person.
ESFM dates for the second semester will be: Mar 7, Apr 18, May 9, Jun 6, and July 25. The first three sessions will be held at the Wawasee Episcopal Center in Syracuse, IN and the last two at the Cathedral of St. James in South Bend, IN. There will be two classes running at the same time in each of three slots:
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
A—Pre-Curricular Studies—Spirituality and Scripture. ($250)
B—Theological Studies II ($250)
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
A—Pre-Curricular Studies—Learning Challenges ($250)
B—Liturgical Studies II—the Pastoral Offices ($250)
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
A— Pre-Curricular Studies—Mobilizing your Strengths ($250)
B—Bible Study Facilitation ($250)
For each session, participants will read assigned texts and watch video lectures beforehand. They then will come together at Wawasee (or the Cathedral) for facilitated discussion and other activities aimed at engaging the material more deeply. Afterwards, a written assignment will help learning take root and grow. Those completing the five sessions and their related assignments will receive a certificate of participation.
Register by February 20 so that you may receive log in credentials in time to prepare for the first class. Some financial assistance is available.
Contact
The Rev. Canon Terri Bays, Ph.D.
Missioner for Transitions and Formation
Email