Biblical Study Certification
Praise School of Ministry (PSOM) exists to Biblically equip all followers of Jesus Christ to be effective, knowledgeable, trained & prepared, Spirit-filled & Spirit-led witnesses to the life, ministry, and message of Jesus Christ; to know, understand, and teach in the Word of God; and to effectively minister in the gifts and the fullness of the Holy Spirit in our personal & professional lives, spheres of influence, and roles of service in the local church. Those called to prepare for roles of eldership, leadership, and formal ministerial appointment can also find further training at PSOM, but this Foursquare-certified institute is available to & intended for ALL disciples of Jesus to grow as functioning ministers of the Gospel in our daily lives & relationships, according to the call of God.
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About the PSOM Program
NOTE: PSOM currently offers courses online only via Zoom. Students can opt for live participation via the Zoom app, or for "asynchronous enrollment" via links to downloadable class recordings.
Praise School of Ministry is a biblical teaching institute whose course offerings are open to all Christians desiring to grow in the knowledge and practice of their faith. We aim to train and equip followers of Jesus to be faithful disciples & capable leaders, ready to reach every individual in our generation. In fulfilling the Great Commission, we need disciples trained and equipped in all aspects of Christian life, doctrine, service, and ministry. Praise School of Ministry (PSOM) is a focused teaching institute designed specifically to advance individual believers in their personal development & devotion to Christ, service to the local church, preparation for leadership, and potentially even deployment into more intensive forms of ministry such as long-range mission, campus ministry, church leadership, pastoral ministry, and church planting.
Praise School of Ministry is officially certified by the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel as a church-based school of ministry training. Individuals seeking formal licensure and training can complete the entire three-year program as described below, but individuals simply looking for targeted training or deepened discipleship will also benefit from selective enrollment in individual courses for audit or credit; enrollment in a single course is open to all without prerequisites, and does not require a commitment to completion of the entire formal program.
However, some will recognize as they train a call from the Lord to more formal training pursuits & preparation. And so in addition to deepening the devotional life of PSOM students and enhancing their evangelistic, apologetic, & hermeneutical skills, formal completion of the entire three-year program curriculum (for credit) effectively prepares graduates for ministry leadership roles at Praise Christian Fellowship and related Christian works & missions. Interested graduates may also apply to the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel (ICFG) for a formal Ministerial Credential (contingent upon pastoral recommendation, clear demonstration of a divine call into licensed ministry, and succesful completion of the denominational credentialing process).
GENERAL AREAS OF STUDY
THEOLOGY
BIBLICAL HISTORY
BIBLICAL STUDIES
HERMENEUTICS
CHURCH HISTORY
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
MISSIOLOGY
EVANGELISM & DISCIPLESHIP
HOMILETICS
WORSHIP
BIBLICAL COUNSELING
Other Electives, Special Practicums, & More...
Instructors
Courtney Hall
Sr. Pastor / Director / Instructor
Tammy Goodman
Registrar / Instructor
How the Specialization Works
Take Courses
During each six week session of PSOM, our current course is offered live online via Zoom from 3-5pm on Sundays, or students may select the asynchronous option of viewing recordings of the weekly class session at their own convenience. PSOM generally offers 4 or 5 six-week sessions per calendar year, with one- or two-week breaks between sessions & a longer break in the summer & over the year-end holiday season.
Annual calendar schedules are available from the Registrar by emailing info@myPCF.org.
Mission
Utmost in PSOM’s mission is to develop clarity, competency, and passion in our students for understanding, applying, and communicating the truth of Scripture; and to enhance ministry fruitfulness & spiritual leadership of PSOM students and graduates in the local church, surrounding culture, and the world at large.
Earn a Certificate of Completion
Praise School of Ministry is officially certified by the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel as a church-based school of ministry training.
Take Courses for Credit or Audit
You may enroll in a course for credit (credit students are responsible to complete any graded assignments & testing required by the instructor) or as an auditing student (audit students attend lectures & interact during in-class discussion but are not required to complete assignments or testing and are not eligible for the PSOM Certificate of Completion).
A summary of sample core courses of the PSOM program can be found below.
THEOLOGY
3:00 - 5:15pm Sundays (Online Only via Zoom)
One session *weekly of two hours & 15 mins. each over a period of six to eight weeks (*with breaks for major holidays).
FUNDAMENTALS OF FAITH i
Basic Theology - Soteriology - The Doctrines of Baptism
FUNDAMENTALS OF FAITH iI
Pnuematology - Angelology - The Fruit & Gifts of the Spirit
FUNDAMENTALS OF FAITH iII
The Creator & Creation - Dealing with Evil - Christology
FUNDAMENTALS OF FAITH iV
Covenant in Scripture - Biblical Prophecy - Incarnation - Eschatology
FUNDAMENTALS OF FAITH V
Christian Disciplines - Ecclesiology - Marriage & Family Life
FUNDAMENTALS OF FAITH VI
Heresies - Counseling - Faith & Finances - "Tough Topics" of Debate
history
2 - 4pm & 4 - 6pm Sundays
One session weekly* of two hours each over a period of six to eight weeks (*with breaks for major holidays).
history
- History of Ancient Israel - History of the Christian Church 1 & 2
- The Protestant Reformation - Pentecostal Heritage
BIBLE
2 - 4pm & 4 - 6pm Sundays
One session weekly* of two hours each over a period of six to eight weeks (*with breaks for major holidays).
Bible
- The Pentateuch -Hebrew Prophets - The Book of Isaiah
- The Book of Judges - The Hebrew Psalter - Bible Interpretation 1 & 2
- The Gospel of Luke/The Book of Acts - Praying The Lord's Prayer
- The Synoptic Gospels - New Testament Letters - Pauline Epistles
- The Gospel of John - The Epistles of John - The Epistles of Peter
-Epistle of Romans - Epistles to the Corinthians - Epistle of Galatians
- Epistle of Hebrews - Epistle of James - The Book of Revelation
- The Kingdom of God - Old Testament Wisdom Lit. - Dead Sea Scrolls
- The 12 Sons of Israel - The Scroll of the 12 - The 12 Apostles
Evangelism &
Discipleship
2 - 4pm & 4 - 6pm Sundays
One session weekly* of two hours each over a period of six to eight weeks (*with breaks for major holidays).
EVANGELISM & DISCIPLESHIP
- Introduction to Apologetics - Christian Discipleship
- Countering Cults - Evangelism - Missiology
MINISTRY
2 - 4pm & 4 - 6pm Sundays
One session weekly* of two hours each over a period of six to eight weeks (*with breaks for major holidays).
MINISTRY
- Pastoral Ministry - Worship & Ministry - Cell Group Ministry
- Intercessory Prayer - Biblical Counseling - Christian Disciplines
- Christian Leadership - Spiritual Gifts Practicum
- Preaching Practicum 1 & 2 - Church Planting & Multiplication
- Ministering Spiritual Deliverance - Spiritual Warfare
Praise School of Ministry
For additional information about specific courses currently offered & upcoming, the annual calendar of classes, how to register for audit or credit, course syllabi, or other details & special offers, please contact us by completing the form to the right, or by calling Praise Christian Fellowship Church of L.A. at 213-484-8294 or sending an email with your specific request(s) to info@myPCF.org. Thank you!
CONTACT US
Certificate of Completion
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Program Completion
In addition to deepening the devotional life of PSOM students and enhancing their evangelistic, apologetic, & hermeneutical skills, formal completion of the entire three-year program curriculum (for credit) effectively prepares graduates for ministry leadership roles at Praise Christian Fellowship and related Christian works & missions. Interested graduates may also apply to the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel (ICFG) for a formal Ministerial Credential (contingent upon pastoral recommendation, clear demonstration of a divine call into licensed ministry, and successful completion of the denominational credentialing process).
Non-Discriminatory Policy
Praise School of Ministry, a school recognized by the International Foursquare Gospel Church, believes the whole counsel of God includes an emphasis that the new birth in Christ supercedes any racial, gender, or socio-economic lines. As such, it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies and other related programs.
Praise School of Ministry desires to admit students whose character, behavior, motivation, and abilities are in accord with the program's Christian focus & Biblical mandate.