Project Proclaim

PATHWAYS Theological Education, Inc., is proud to be the primary online education provider for Project Proclaim, a Lilly Foundation funded program of the Southern New England Conference of the United Church of Christ (SNEUCC). Our Project Proclaim courses will include three introductory Bible courses and over a dozen proclamation courses written and facilitated by some of today's most effective conveyors of the Good News of Jesus Christ.

Courses to be offered in Academic Year 2024-2025 (this list will be updated):

Introductory Level 1 Bible Courses based on The Exploring the Bible Dickinson Series by Rev. Anne Robertson, published by the Massachusetts Bible Society:
--What is the Bible? (August 2024)
Using the student text What is the Bible? from the Exploring the Bible Dickinson Series, Rev. Anne Robertson, author, as the foundation, this course introduces participants to the Bible in its many contexts: as sacred story and as literature, as moral guide and historical guide. Participants who complete this course will be prepared to continue their Biblical journey with the Old Testament and New Testament courses based on the other volumes in the series.

--Introducing the Old Testament (October 2024)
Using the student text Introducing the Old Testament from the Exploring the Bible Dickinson Series, Rev. Anne Robertson, author, as the foundation, this course introduces participants to the Old Testament as part of the Christian scriptural tradition. Participants who complete this course will be prepared to continue their Biblical journey with the New Testament course based on the other volumes in the series. At the recommendation of the facilitator, participants who have completed this course may be eligible to enroll in a Level 2 preaching course simultaneously with the New Testament course.

--Introducing the New Testament (January 2025)
Using the student text Introducing the New Testament from the Exploring the Bible Dickinson Series, Rev. Anne Robertson, author, as the foundation, this course introduces participants to the New Testament as part of the Christian scriptural tradition. Participants who complete this course will be prepared to continue their Biblical journey with either of the PATHWAYS Level 2 Bible courses and in courses that encourage application of their knowledge, such as PATHWAYS worship, proclamation, and faith formation courses.

Level 2 and 3 Proclamation Courses:
-- Introduction to Storytelling for Preaching and Proclamation (Level 2, Fall 2024)
In this course, Introduction to Storytelling for Preaching and Proclamation, participants will explore and experiment with a style of storytelling that is exemplified by The Moth, a non-profit organization dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling, as aired on National Public Radio.  Storytellers will mine their own memories for personal stories that can be used in crafting sermons, intergenerational messages, faith formation, ecclesial and community leadership, and pastoral care.  Participants will learn to analyze basic structures of stories, to tailor stories to a variety of situations, and to deliver stories with confidence.  In addition, participants will be introduced to narrative theology, the narrative lectionary, the use of narrative in pastoral care, and Story Circles.

--Exact Title  and Level TBD, Writing About Faith for the Public (likely Fall 2024)

--Exact Title and Level TBD, Short Form Video Proclamation (Tiktok, Reels, etc.) (TBA)

--Exact Title and Level TBD, Preaching Against Christian Nationalism (likely Fall 2024)

--Exact Title and Level TBD, Proclaiming Liberation (TBA)

Verified Project Proclaim participants from SNEUCC can currently enroll in scheduled specified Project Proclaim courses for reduced rates thanks to scholarships provided through the Lilly Foundation Grant. All PATHWAYS participants may enroll in these courses for the usual 6-week course fee. PATHWAYS participants pursing a certificate should consult Registrar, Academic Dean or their authorizing body about how to use the Dickinson/MBS courses as part of their course of study as they are different than higher level Scripture courses. PATHWAYS Faith Formation certificate participants will have two different paths of study one of which can include the Dickinson/MBS Bible courses.

Affordable

PATHWAYS believes that quality theological education should be available to any who want it. That’s why we provide a cost-effective online theological program accessible to all. 4-week Explorer courses are only $124, 6-week courses just $350, 9-week courses Supervised Ministry courses are $470, and our 12-week UCC History and Polity course is only $625.

Flexible

Because classes are not bound by geography and have a flexible weekly schedule, PATHWAYS courses are able to fit into the rest of your busy life. Courses typically involve weekly readings and discussion in a facilitated online forum, offering practical, open-minded education and a learner-centered environment where participants can bring their own questions and insights.

Accessible

Our courses have between 4 and 15 participants. This allows for deep and productive discussions in the online forum. We know that a small class size allows the participants to develop learning relationships with each other and for facilitators to push participants to a more indepth learning experience.

 

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