Level 1
Progressing Together Level 1 is a discipleship program for new believers to enable them to walk with the Lord, feed themselves on the Word of God and integrate into fellowship with other believers. It offers 12 courses, each with 5 to 6 key discipleship studies, for a total of 63 lessons. Students prepare each lesson as they study Bible passages individually and then share their discoveries with others under the guidance of a group leader. As students progress, they grow in spiritual discernment, in stability of walk, and in ability to disciple others.
A variety of study options are available. Study groups could meet weekly, once every other week, or intensively—completing a full course of 5 lessons in a weekend or one each evening for a week. Individual learning options include face-to-face study, distance corresponding and Internet tutoring.
Level 2
The Level 2 program offers Biblically-based advanced discipleship and ministry training. There are two possible study tracks:
1) The Diploma of Biblical Studies program is intended for those who have completed basic discipleship program (Progressing Together Level 1 or equivalent) and who wish to deepen their knowledge of God and His Word.
2) The Certificate of Preparation for Christian Service program is intended for those who are preparing to serve in their church as small group leaders, teachers or elders. The Certificate program, together with the L1 programme, is roughly equivalent to one year of study at a Bible college or institute.
The Level 2 program is divided into 11 course modules: 10 core courses + 1 ministry elective. Each course represents 60-90 hours of study, class-time and practical ministry activities. Students can complete the program through part-time study in 3-4 years while engaged in work and/or ministry activity or through one year of full-time study.
Level 1 – Orality version
The Progressing Together – Orality version is a discipleship program for new believers that has been designed specifically for those who favour oral communication. This includes learners who have a high level of education but who prefer an oral learning style; those who have had limited schooling and may experience difficulties when following a written course; or simply those who never learned to read. This program is particularly appropriate for groups of mixed educational levels.
The program covers eighty major topics of discipleship. A variety of methods are used to help the new believers understand, retain and apply the biblical truths they are learning: various memorisation tools, drama, miming, drawing, audio-visual resources, songs, prayer, discussion times, practical applications, etc. Training seminars are being organised to equip oral group facilitators so they can teach the course effectively. Contact us for more information on training seminars at: [email protected]