CONGREGATIONAL HISTORY AND POLITY
Courses


LEVEL I
This introductory course is designed to acquaint you with the general history, theology, spirituality and practice of Congregationalism.  Congregationalism is deeply rooted in scripture and has a rich history that continues its expression of faithfulness through congregations like yours. 

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
  • Anyone who is active in a Congregational church that is a member of the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches and wants to know more about our rich heritage. 
  • The lay leader who wants to be better informed about the Congregational Way so that you can be a more effective leader.  
  • A minister serving a Congregational church for the first time in your ministerial career.
  • A seminary student studying to be a Congregational minister.  
  • New member class orientation.
  • Confirmation class
  • Leadership boards

COURSE FORMAT
This course is designed in a self-paced study format.  Internet access and e-mail address are required.  There is no cost for this course.

RECOGNITION OF COMPLETION
At the end of the course is a self-administered course review.  Upon completion of the course review, a student may contact Laura Wright for a Certificate of Completion.  Upon request, the certificate will be sent to the individual along with a notification to the minister and moderator (president) of that person’s church commending the student for her or his accomplishment.   

HOW TO ENROLL
Download the Application Form below and return it to Laura Wright, Administrative Assistant at the Center for Congregational Leadership.  It may be emailed to her at email or mailed to her at 8473 S. Howell Ave, P.O. Box 288, Oak Creek, WI 53154.  When the application is approved, you will receive course materials.  Any questions or difficulties should be brought to the attention of Laura.

                 Application Form
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LEVEL II
Level II of the Congregational History & Polity course goes in depth on the topics first presented in Level I.  This course will relate the principles of congregationalism to church leadership, examine the context of congregational polity, evaluate the significance of covenant, and articulate the major historical and theological development of American Congregationalism.  It will nurture the Congregational Way in church life and membership.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
  • Anyone who wishes to learn more about our rich Congregational history. 
  • Motivated lay leaders who wish to assist their congregation.  
  • Clergy from other traditions now serving a Congregational church.
  • Seminarians studying to be a Congregational minister.  

COURSE FORMAT & PREREQUISITE
This course is designed in a self-paced study.  Internet access and e-mail address are required.  You must have successfully completed Level I of the History & Polity course. There is no cost to this course.

FINAL ASSESSMENT
After you have studied all sections of the Level II course, you will complete a Final Assessment paper appropriate to your designation, laity, clergy or CFTS student. Your paper will be reviewed and commented upon by faculty of the Center for Congregational Leadership.

HOW TO ENROLL
Download the Application Form below and return it to Laura Wright, Administrative Assistant at the Center for Congregational Leadership.  It may be emailed to her at email or mailed to her at 8473 S. Howell Ave, P.O. Box 288, Oak Creek, WI 53154.  When the application is approved, you will receive course materials.  Any questions or difficulties should be brought to the attention of Laura.

                  Application Form