School of Ministry

"I don't know if I've ever seen the Spirit move the way I've seen this week. I needed this. It's hard to be filled when you're preaching and leading. Being with others on this same journey, connecting with them, and worshiping with them has been very fulfilling. Thank you for doing this." — School of Ministry program participant

The Trinity Conference School of Ministry offers a low-impact educational experience that primarily focuses on ministry development, spiritual formation, and an introductory exploration of God's call in the lives of our laity or clergy. These studies provide a basic training for ministry in the Global Methodist Church.

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  • School of Ministry | Siloam Springs, AR | May 2

    First Methodist Church 325 E Twin Springs St, Siloam Springs, AR, United States

    SOM Leader: John Moore | Wesleyan Theology, Global Methodist History, Basics of the Bible, Mission and Evangelism, Preaching Workshop (all-day advanced class)

  • School of Ministry | Online Campus | May 11

    Online Campus

    Course Topic: Mission and EvangelismSchool of Ministry leader: Rev Jason HuffmanThis course starts on May 11 and continues May 18 and May 25. Each session will be held online only […]

  • School of Ministry | Online Campus | May 13

    Online Campus

    Course Topic: Wesleyan TheologySchool of Ministry leader: Rev. Kevin McMachenThis course starts on May 13 and continues May 20 and May 27. Each session will be held online only from […]

  • School of Ministry | Online Campus | June 8

    Online Campus

    Course Topic: Christian DiscipleshipSchool of Ministry leader: Rev Emily BlairThis course starts on June 8 and continues June 15 and June 22. Each session will be held online only from […]

  • School of Ministry | Online Campus | June 9

    Online Campus

    Course Topic: Basics of PreachingSchool of Ministry leader: Rev. Dr. Tim TurnerThis course starts on June 9 and continues June 16 and June 23. Each session will be held online […]

  • School of Ministry | Online Campus | July 6

    Online Campus

    Course Topic: Leading Small GroupsSchool of Ministry leader: Rev. Emily BlairThis course starts on July 6 and continues July 13 and July 20. Each session will be held online only […]

  • School of Ministry | Online Campus | July 8

    Online Campus

    Course Topic: Global Methodist Church DoctrineSchool of Ministry leader: Rev. Kevin McMachenThis course starts on July 8 and continues July 15 and July 22. Each session will be held online […]

  • School of Ministry | Online Campus | August 1

    Online Campus

    Course Topic: Global Methodist Church HistorySchool of Ministry leader: Rev. Dr. Tim TurnerThis course starts on August 1 and continues August 8 and August 15. Each session will be held […]

  • School of Ministry | Online Campus | August 11

    Online Campus

    Course Topic: Caring MinistrySchool of Ministry leader: Rev. Abby SalazarThis course starts on August 11 and continues August 18 and August 25. Each session will be held online only from […]

2025 Course Syllabi

Plan your educational pathway with course dates and details. Our 2025 Course Syllabi are available for download now.
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For Laity Leaders

The School of Ministry provides a great resource for local churches looking to effectively equip lay leadership with tools for ministry in the local church. Small group leaders, care team members, prayer teams, and especially local church lay leaders. Anyone can participate in courses.

For New Supply Pastors

New Supply Pastors need a quick toolkit for ministry training so that they can effectively serve the local church while attending seminary or Course of Study. The School of Ministry supplies this need especially through the intensive week held each October.

For Certified Lay Ministry

The School of Ministry provides a great resource for local churches looking to effectively equip lay leadership with tools for ministry in the local church. Small group leaders, care team members, prayer teams, and especially local church lay leaders. Anyone can participate in courses.

For Ministry Directors

Those already serving the local church as a Ministry Director (e.g., Youth Ministry, Children's Ministry, Worship Ministry, etc.) would find great benefit in the School of Ministry. Courses provide basic ministry training that can provide ministry directors a fuller understanding of ministry in the Global Methodist Church.

Request a Mentor

Mentors are available for those who are enrolled in the School of Ministry and who are pursuing candidacy toward certification as lay ministers and who meet other specific requirements of the program.
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Funding the Call

The Trinity Conference helps subsidize expenses. Additional scholarship options are available. Contact us for more information.
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