Postgraduate Diploma in Apostolic and Episcopal Ministry

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Program Title: Postgraduate Diploma in Apostolic and Episcopal Ministry
Duration: 9–12 months (Part-time or Full-time)
Delivery: Blended (Online Courses + Onsite Intensives)

Program Purpose:
Designed for clergy being considered for, or recently consecrated as, bishops or apostolic leaders, this postgraduate diploma strengthens foundational theology, biblical governance, spiritual authority, and leadership competency required for high-level ministry in the evangelical-charismatic movement.

Target Audience:
Ordained senior pastors, overseers, bishops, apostles, and prophets with 5+ years of leadership experience.

CURRICULUM OUTLINE

Total Credit Hours: 24
Format: 8 core courses, each 3 credit hours

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
APS 501	Biblical Foundations of Apostolic and Prophetic Ministry	3
EPS 502	Episcopal and Apostolic Leadership: Theology and Practice	3
GOV 503	Governance and Synodical Structures in Evangelical Networks	3
LIT 504	Episcopal Liturgy and Ministerial Protocols	3
CRP 505	Conflict Resolution and Church Discipline	3
INT 506	Interfaith and Interdenominational Engagement in Canada	3
ETH 507	Spiritual Warfare, Discernment, and Ethical Oversight	3
PRA 508	Capstone Project or Practicum in Apostolic Governance	3

COURSE SUMMARIES

APS 501 – Biblical Foundations of Apostolic and Prophetic Ministry
Explores the biblical and theological roots of apostolic and prophetic offices. Emphasizes divine calling, commissioning, and the function of fivefold leaders in today’s church.

Textbook: “The Apostolic Rising: The Restoration of the Apostolic Ministries Functions” by Jay Leach
Textbook Highlights: Emphasizes the divine calling, purpose, and restoration of apostolic function in the Church today. Defines the difference between title and function, and provides clarity on apostolic authority, structure, and biblical models from Acts and Pauline epistles.
Self-Study: Weekly reading, journaling, NT cross-referencing, and writing a personal ministry reflection.

EPS 502 – Episcopal and Apostolic Leadership: Theology and Practice
Covers spiritual authority, pastoral oversight, ordination practices, and visionary leadership. Provides training in ecclesiastical duties of apostles and bishops.

Textbook: “The Bishopric” by Bishop Joseph Materra
Textbook Highlights: Ordination rites, governance ethics, succession planning.
Self-Study: Protocol review, leadership role play, service observation, liturgy outline.

GOV 503 – Governance and Synodical Structures in Evangelical Networks
Teaches biblical church government, accountability frameworks, and organizational integrity in fivefold movements.

Textbook: “Church Government According to the Bible” by Simon Brown
Textbook Highlights: Presbytery models, shared governance, spiritual checks and balances.
Self-Study: Map and critique current governance; build revised structure.

LIT 504 – Episcopal Liturgy and Ministerial Protocols
Trains students in the theology and practice of church ceremonies and sacred functions. Covers vestments, order of service, and apostolic rites.

Textbook: “Apostolic Protocol and Episcopal Polity” by Dr. Paula A. Price
Textbook Highlights: Vestments, seating, communion preparation, anointing process.
Self-Study: Write and rehearse consecration liturgy; submit a ceremonial protocol.

CRP 505 – Conflict Resolution and Church Discipline
Addresses church conflict, pastoral correction, and biblical restoration processes.

Textbook: “Making Peace” by Jim Van Yperen
Textbook Highlights: Conflict types, reconciliation stages, discipline principles.
Self-Study: Draft a conflict response guide based on Matthew 18.

INT 506 – Interfaith and Interdenominational Engagement in Canada
Prepares leaders for contextual ministry in Canada’s diverse and pluralistic environment.

Textbook: “The Gospel in a Pluralist Society” by Lesslie Newbigin
Textbook Highlights: Evangelical witness in interfaith dialogue, public faith.
Self-Study: Research local faith group, write gospel response strategy.

ETH 507 – Spiritual Warfare, Discernment, and Ethical Oversight
Equips students for moral leadership, spiritual vigilance, and ethical excellence in office.

Textbook: “Discernment” by Henri Nouwen
Textbook Highlights: Daily spiritual awareness, character building, integrity.
Self-Study: Develop an ethical covenant and spiritual discernment journal.

PRA 508 – Capstone Project or Practicum in Apostolic Governance
A supervised leadership project in an approved ministry setting. Includes documentation, evaluation, and reflective learning.

Textbook: Student-driven project
Textbook Highlights: Practical application, mentorship, real-time governance.
Self-Study: Implement a leadership solution in context; present outcomes in final report.

Total Program Cost: USD $2,800
Credential Awarded: Postgraduate Diploma in Apostolic and Episcopal Ministry
Delivery: Online access, downloadable materials, and optional onsite intensives

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