Founding Scripture:

We have a special role in God’s plan. God calls us to life by God’s message of truth so that we will show the rest of God’s creatures God’s goodness and love. James 1:18 (The Voice)

 

 

Mission Statement:

 

The Mission of Ministers In Training Institute (MITI) is to prepare candidates for ordination and or Pastoral Appointment. Through theological study, critical analysis of scripture, Ethical and Leadership pedagogy, MITI will equip individuals with skills necessary to be proficient in their called field of Ministry.

 

Goals:

 

The goals of MITI are as follows:

• Provide candidates for both ordained and Pastoral ministry sound Theological instruction

• Teach the application of Scripture in a way that is historically and hermeneutically accurate, as well as contemporarily relevant

• Help candidates recognize their embedded theologies in order to confirm and or alter their theological positions

• Teach candidates/students various leadership styles and help them learn new skills and tactics that will increase their leadership abilities

• Help individuals to both articulate and affirm their giftedness in order that they may engage in purpose-filled ministry

• Instill within each student a Christ-like ethic of community and sociocultural involvement in order that they will effectively serve God wherever they are called

• Prepare candidates for Pastoral vocations

• Provide an advanced level of Biblical analysis, critical understanding, and clergy efficiency