How does the ELI curriculum work?
ELI believes the next generation of church leaders must be trained not just for teaching but also for leading. ELI is determined to move away from the old model of primarily training pastors in theology with little time spent on in-depth spiritual formation issues or leadership training. Thus as a part of its services, ELI administers a complete “residency style” training which includes a three-part curriculum path of leadership skills, spiritual formation, and theological education all on-site at a Partnered Training Church that is currently reaching emerging generations for Christ. This system provides unique hands-on training opportunities such as a “new ministry development practicum” (starting a new ministry within an existing church) in order to further prepare individuals for the rigors of a start-up effort.
