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This qualification can only be started once the Certification of Pastoral Minstry has been completed.
Degree/Postgraduate
9-12 Months
Yes. Certificate of Completion
Online
The Licentiate of Pastoral Leadership qualification is specifically designed for people in ministry who are seeking to become advanced in their skills to care for people in a godly manner. It is for those who are taking on a leadership role and more responsibility to care for people inside the Church or in a community workplace.
This qualification further develops your God-given pastoral care focus, leadership skills, biblical and theological knowledge. You will be equipped with the advanced skills required to lead a pastoral care team, local church or ministry department.
What is a Licentiate of Pastoral Leadership? Licentiate comes from the Latin licentia, “freedom” which is applied in the phrases licentia docendi meaning permission to teach and licentia ad practicandum signifying someone who holds a certificate of competence to practise a profession i.e. ministry, theology or parish life.
Graduates of the Licentiate of Pastoral Leadership will be equipped with the skills they need for a wide range of senior leadership and ministry roles. Many graduates go into leadership roles, such as senior pastor, associate pastor or pastoral care pastor, where they are using the leadership, biblical and caring giving skills they have developed.
Counselling Basics: Part 1 is an introduction to the skills and knowledge required to establish and apply a biblical Christian counselling approach. We also discuss mental illness and depression in relation to understanding and renewing the mind.
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
Counselling is a critical intervention in the lives of human beings regardless of whether they are Christians or not. Counselling skills are critical as a matter of first contact to evaluate because, if necessary, the Counseller may refer or suggest referral to the client to see the right professionals for help
This course is just awesome.
Most often as pastors we limit counseling just to the spiritual meanwhile it is more broad than what we think.
I have learned that as a pastor involved in counseling, I am not playing a messianic role or a fixer but rather accompanying those I am counseling and helping them get a solution.
Also, I have learned that I should work with other relevant counsellors in the field of counseling and learn to refer them to competent counsellors when need be.
My counseling skills as a pastor have greatly improved and will keep improving thanks to the course.
Great journey with God into this discovery of the
Counceling Basics knowledge.
God has really helped the college to develope a wonderful tool in the Pastoral councelling world of Ministry.
It has opened my understanding and building a better ground in a biblical knowledge.
Thanks to the Admin of the college and the lectures of this topic.
NB.the man in the picture below was healed by the Lord in a prayer session I prayed for him.
I always wanted to learn about Counselling. Maybe it’s because I know someone close who has been suffering from depression, and I have been dying to know how to deal with it. Thanks to you guys for this privilege.
Shalom
This course has blessed me with an understanding of emotions and mood. In my day to day job i come across work colleagues who have so many emotional issues. After doing this course i am now aware that there are deeper underlying issues .
I am sure after completing my Part 2 counselling course i will be in a better position to reach out to my colleagues who need support.
Firstly i would like to ask if God speaks with dreams nowadays as He spoke with josef, can we trust and rely on a dream?
Counseling basics course is one of most needed thanks God and be blessed .
Counselling Basics: Part 2 discusses the theology of emotions & the emotions that are encountered, including; anger, anxiety, grief & loss, guilt & shame and conflict. Then we evaluate the Christian responses of forgiveness, inner healing and prayer and pastoral counselling.
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
This course is just awesome.
Most often as pastors we limit counseling just to the spiritual meanwhile it is more broad than what we think.
I have learned that as a pastor involved in counseling, I am not playing a messianic role or a fixer but rather accompanying those I am counseling and helping them get a solution.
Also, I have learned that I should work with other relevant counsellors in the field of counseling and learn to refer them to competent counsellors when need be.
My counseling skills as a pastor have greatly improved and will keep improving thanks to the course.
great addition to part 1. really enjoy the scenario lessons, I find the visual impact and explanation of techniques fruitful.
In this course the moft important thing for me is the exposure.
I am able to respond to effective counselling methods and readiness to patiently listen to clients without jumping to conclusion.
I thank God immensely for this course. I have increased in knowledge concerning basic technics of counselling. I now even apply them to my children and family. and it does work
The presentation on counseling basics is well understood, and if one could put it into practice then the house of God will be a place of hope for the helpless.
Great course! I have learned quite a lot about listening and bringing comfort to someone in need. It is all about love.
In this course, you’ll learn about the importance of working well in a team within a ministry setting. Our experts cover the developing teams, team culture, emotional intelligence theory and how to deliver and receive effective feedback.
Nigel completed his Master of Theology, focusing on Old Testament Prophets. He has continued his study and completed his Doctor of Ministry, writing a dissertation on emotional intelligence and prevention of ministry burnout.
I would like to appreciate axx for the wonderful lessons in this course.
This course has taught me to understand what a team is and the importance of team work, highlighting the stages on how to develop a strong team and the challenges that each stages has. It has also given me a clear picture on how we Christ followers often give up in team especially when our emotions take a hold of us we feel misunderstood by those leading us or those we are leading.
This course has also given me a proper understanding of those in my ministry and how to understand and respond to their reactions on certain matters. Especially in the area of emotions, I confess i never always used to understand certain aspects of their emotions and often never gave a one on one approach to their negative motives, so i often ended up telling them my part and not showing, empathy, sympathy etc. This has often been a challenge to raising a strong and courageous team. However, their are they’re are are other which I’ve been encouraged to continue doing and not stop in order for a formation of a strong team and that is to build trust.
All lessons was very blessed for me to grow in Christianity.
Thank God immensely for this course. I am now a better communicator as i can now use the skills i have acquired from to offer pastoral care first for my family and then to everyone that God will put at my disposal.
I am blessed to have received this teaching to the end , it’s an eyes opener and if one follows the principles , teamwork would be interesting.
Principles of teamwork are of great importance if one must grow in the ministry and cooperate in life, most things we undermined are things that could make one a complete Christian.
The lesson was great as the lecturer unpacked the subject of group behavior especially in working together as a term. Having worked in a term, I simply apply some of the lessons in a more practical terms. I can say for sure that everything that was discussed here is the truth. We need to understand individual behaviors because these are contributors to group behavior. Individuals always will bring their personal behaviors in a group situation and so we need to understand how people will react at a personal level.
This course introduces us to pneumatology by examining a number of major issues expressed in biblical, theological and historic material. Understanding the key aspects of the person and work of the Holy Spirit is vital to everyone engaged in ministry.
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
This was very great topic and I learned many new things about the Holy Spirit. God bless Axx
This course has taught me that the Holy Spirit is a person and not a thing. The Holy Spirit has emotions, feelings and can be grieved. Also the Holy Spirit is God so He can be worshiped.
The deeper knowledge of the person and work of the Holy Spirit is a testimony of God’s love and desire to reveal himself to us. In revealing Himself to us, God also what us to become path of His divine move on the Earth and to become conduit through which His power is manifested. I thank God for this great love and opportunity to know Him more.
Ithank God for equiping me through this course.Ihave deep knowledge in scripture.
Learning through this course Ihave learnt anumber of things and Iam now equiped in aministry.
I’m blessed my this topic, have learned many new things about the Holy Spirit.
This course continues to examine pneumatology by understanding key aspects of the person and work of the Holy Spirit, including the various Pentecostal, Evangelical and Charismatic views. Leading pastors and teachers share their insight and experiences.
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
I hold to the view that this teaching is another way of impartation the spirit of God in the life of His people, the misconception of the person and work of the Holy Spirit is clearly stated and if one can apply the principles of this teaching then one relationship with God will surely be a unique one. I am for this expository and wonderful teaching.
The quality of the teaching of, the person & and work of the Holy Spirit is of high value and is a blessing to receive such a wonderful teaching.
This course has blessed me in many ways. I am thankful for all the knowledge I gained about the Holy Spirit
This is an awesome course, it teaches so much about the Holy Spirit. I was greatly impacted and will use the knowledge to help other people.
I took my time to reflect on the lessons and Bible verses and to involve the person of the Holy Spirit in to my daily life. Thank you Holy Spirit.
Inviting Holy Spirit in my life. Helped me to repent as part of my walk, ridding of activities that are harmful in my spiritual walk. Listening to testimonies and observing how Holy spirit transforms lives and bears fruit. Praise God.
In this course you’ll learn how to navigate some of the challenges associated with team dynamics. Topics covered in this course include conflict styles and resolutions, narcissism, success, status, ego, team reflexivity, virtual teams and more!
Nigel completed his Master of Theology, focusing on Old Testament Prophets. He has continued his study and completed his Doctor of Ministry, writing a dissertation on emotional intelligence and prevention of ministry burnout.
Navigating Team Dynamics is indeed an interesting topic and it’s amazing to hear some wonderful team dynamics which is of great value but yet we don’t value them, I am blessed to be a part of this teaching
Two cannot walk together except they agree.
Pastoral Ministry rely heavily on team work.
In this course, different aspects of team work have been discussed. I was personal imparted and I think I can handle my team better now.
Thanks to Dr. Nigel and all the Axx Bible college members.
Team work brings results.
To understand the real leadership dynamics one must truly agree to have time with these kind of lectures. The most interesting part is the interview sections with some experienced and practical leaders in their fields of learning and practice.
To me am blessed in various ways as new ideas are brought to bare eith what I already know enhancing my knowledge and understanding of ministry.
I enjoyed the insights of ths module and learnt quite a lot of skills in the field of the subject matter. Thank you to the presenters, may God continue to use you so pwerful and may He bless you and your loved ones.
I was greatly impacted by this course. I learned how to be more aware of the principles of teamwork and what can be achieved.
This course introduces students to the descriptions of the Kingdom of God in the Bible with special focus on the gospels and the rest of the New Testament as well as some historical understandings and expressions of the Kingdom of God and its relationship to the Church.
Ian is an experienced Vice-President Emeritus with a demonstrated history of executive leadership, curriculum development, postgraduate teaching and accreditation, in theological education and ministry training in Australian and international contexts, including in the e-learning industry. He is skilled in Lecturing, Coaching, Managing Teams, Conflict Resolution. Ian holds a PhD focused on cultural intelligence, anthropology, contextualised leadership, cultural and religious change, intercultural communication and Majority World Christianity from Monash University.
This topic is what I called, a study to show oneself being approved for the work of the ministry and pastoral calls, indeed I am blessed to have concluded this topic.
This topic is life changing and has shifted my understanding on Kingdom ministry.
It has created a new picture for starting a fresh in ministry.
Many thanks to the Axx family
Understanding the kingdom and its principles help one to build a strong relationship based on the fact and the acknowledgment of Christ the king and His kingdom,
It’s when you ask God deep and hard things. He actually reveals Himself in incarnate with revelation to answers. At Axx there is transformation and renewal of the mind spiritually growth
Being able to understand our Lord’s prayer “Thy kingdom come, thine will be done” is the key instrumentality to being effective and relevant in this ministry. What is the kingdom of God for us? for our people, our generation? They want to see God’s kingdom in our lives __ on how we live and see others around us. We can bring God’s kingdom on our communities, our earth.
This course has truly deepen my conviction on what kingdom ministry is and should be. I thank God for using Axx Bible college to empower me for the kingdom ministry.
Adopting to the changes happening in our society and culture and how the scriptures are relevant to our own lives presently
This course introduces students to the descriptions of the Kingdom of God in the Bible. Part two of this course explores servant leadership in relation to the Kingdom of God and its outworking in ministry.
Ian is an experienced Vice-President Emeritus with a demonstrated history of executive leadership, curriculum development, postgraduate teaching and accreditation, in theological education and ministry training in Australian and international contexts, including in the e-learning industry. He is skilled in Lecturing, Coaching, Managing Teams, Conflict Resolution. Ian holds a PhD focused on cultural intelligence, anthropology, contextualised leadership, cultural and religious change, intercultural communication and Majority World Christianity from Monash University.
The higher one goes the more understanding, this topic has taken me to another level, and the teachings were well packaged,
This teaching has helped me to see the kingdom from a wider perspective,, both physically and spiritually, an highly blessed.
Thank Jesus iam glad that you separated me, and set me apart, its so nice that God wants me to be his imitator. By been Holy
What a Beautiful lesson about Culture, its worth hearing about different of languages, foods and culture.
What God did through Jesus Christ was so powerful.
Wow this was so interesting and have found the real true gospel of Jesus Christ.
This course aims to present students with a holistic strategy for dynamic church development and health from a Pentecostal perspective. It is designed for those in Christian ministry to assist them to reflect on their own ministry situations.
Peter describes himself as a teacher and trainer of Christians in a variety of contexts. He is committed to raising up disciples to reach their full potential, find their calling and to be lovers of Jesus and His word. Having served as an Anglican Priest in several parishes, Peter stepped out in 1990 as a Church Planter. He has planted 5 churches and a further 7 from churches he has lead. Peter has served as the National Director, Vineyard Churches Australia for more than 13 years. He holds a Doctor of Ministry (MST) 2012, where his thesis examined what the corporate worship gathering is about and impact of the Emerging Missional Church on the gathering and church life.
Only healthy people grow and only matured people bear fruits.
Pastoral Ministry is a special ministry that is aimed at diagnosing and balancing our systems so that they can function well. When we have a balanced system __ a healthy system, growth is automatic and only then can we be able to bear fruits __ healthy fruits.
We need to empower the Church.
This odue was yet again, very informative and educational. Keep up the good work, God bless you.
This course has helped prepared me for my calling and has given me a better understanding of what Church is.
Church Dynamics and Health is a very interesting and critical course. I have learned so much about Kingdom Ministry leadership and the importance of the Holy Spirit empowerment in every area.
We are taught in various ways to believe that health they say is wealth, but in this lecture I want to agree with the lecturer that health is rather life. When there is health there will be growth and maturity.
The health of the church is a leadership challenge for christians and must be our prime concerns.
I have enjoyed Acts Part 1. It has given me knowledge of what is not so obvious in the Bible. It does not give full accounts of culture, background history, political climate, prejudices, social injustices…etc etc, and nor should it. This has started to open my eyes that there so much more happening behind the scenes and behind the words we read. I have a fuller appreciation of why people act the way they do and what sort of world Jesus and the disciples were living in.
The course has opened my eyes to the world Jesus and his disciples were living in and what the disciples were faced with after Jesus ascended. What I have learned has given me new understanding so that when I read the bible I see beyond the words. I also see the cultures, different belief systems, different historical backgrounds, prejudices and so on. I did not know there were different Jewish groups (so different from each other). I have a greater understanding and appreciation of what the early church experienced. I am still blown away by how pure and merciful God’s heart is in choosing the undeserved to change the world and spread the gospel to the Gentiles. This learning gives me greater encouragement that as undeserved as I am, there is a greater purpose for my life and that I am redeemed through Him for Him.
Awsome study on the book of acts showing theological emphases and also Holy spirit revelations. Just awesome seeing how the apostles moved in the power of the Holy Spirit and just being Holy Sprit Led and not led by their own feelings, in some cases. Also for us to carry it on today and getting a brief understanding of sharing the Gospel in a package which is the message Gospel of Grace, Faith, Jesus, and the Kingdom of God.
Studing Acts has given me3 a greater understanding of what life was like in the aftermath of Jesus death and resurrection. putting myself into the time and culture had me question how I would have served Jesus. leading me to question how I serve Him now in my time and culture.
Thanks to Jesus over 2 thousands of years I am blessed to be a Christian, to know and really understand that I am part of the Church, that I am a daughter of the King, a daughter of God.
Thank you so much for this excellent course. God bless!
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Grant Buchanan walks us through the development of the church and the theology that has undergirded movements and trends of the global & local church. He also takes a look at new and emerging philosophies that are developing in the church today.
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
The Church had to be the future for the world.
We are everything because of Christ.
The content of this module is uplifting, though challenging. Thank you very much for a very welll presented module. May God bless you.
Thank you Pasttor Grant, I learnt a lot through this module. May God continue to use you in ths fashion.
I enjoyed this course. Learning about Church history was very Interesting and informative. Great course.
This course impacted me on so many areas of the Church, baptisms, communion etc. and the Overall history of the Church. I have learned so much.
Grant Buchanan walks us through the development of the church and the theology that has undergirded movements and trends of the global & local church. In part two of the course he discusses major contemporary factors such as leadership, church health, evangelism and mission.
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
I loved every aspect of this course. I gained a lot of knowledge for which I am very grateful. Thanks AXX
I have gained so much knowledge from this course, it has helped me to understand the various denominations, their origins and where they are at presently.
This course impacted me on so many areas of the Church, baptisms, communion etc. and the Overall history of the Church. I have learned so much.
The information was presented in an easy to understand yet challenging way. I learned a lot from this lesson!
This course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to create a management strategy and help you manage a ministry team within a Christian organisation. It will also formulate specific steps to further develop the current management processes of a Christian organisation.
Andrew has held various pastoral roles for over fifteen years. He now works with Springboard Consulting where is all about empowering people for a purpose whether that be for pastors, leaders, denominational leaders, business leaders, NGO or mission leaders. Drawing from extensive experience training, strategic coaching and personal mentoring will be provided to empower you and your leaders for their purpose
Great lectures. Delivered with clarity and precision. Thank you Axx.
This was educational has it taught us how to deal with matters we are not prepared for or are taught and the importance of a mentor.
I really enjoyed the insights in this module and can not wait to implement same. Thanks to the presenter. God bless.
This course has taught me a lot about managing the ministry. How to do it God’s way by serving the people.
This course is very important for all leaders, the knowledge gained can help to open many doors in ministry. A leader is a servant who serves in love.
Going through the course lectures it really provides direct pastoral leadership skills and serious roadmap to one’s ministry and vision guidlines.
It is worth studying this course as a leader in pastoral Ministry.
Absolutely loved this course as it was just awakened the soul to experience Gods love even more! Definately recommend
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