It's not what you think, it's what you do.
Many people say they believe in God. They know some facts about Him, can quote Bible verses, and attend church. They claim this makes them a disciple of Jesus, but does it? Some people think of discipleship as something to schedule in our calendars - a planned event or meeting with a carefully crafted curriculum. Is that discipleship? While those things can be good, the life of a Christian is meant to go beyond this. Being a disciple of Jesus means a person’s entire life is changed. Every aspect of life is impacted.
So what does genuine discipleship really mean? In this Ministry Training Institute class, we will discuss different areas of life where faith should be proven authentic by the way people live. Doing this is good not only for ourselves but also so we can lead our churches into true discipleship that brings real life change.
TAGBILARAN, BOHOL
February 27-28, 2026
Deadline to apply: Feb. 17
SANTA FE, BANTAYAN
March 3-4, 2026
Deadline to apply: Feb. 21
TOLEDO, CEBU
March 9-10, 2026
Deadline to apply: Feb. 27
What Can I Expect from a Class?
-Two days (about 8 hrs. each day) of teaching
-Teaching and material is in English
-Opportunity to discuss material with teachers
-Course book
-Written test at the end of class
-Certificate upon completion of course
-Lunch is provided each day
How Much Does Class Cost?
Our goal is to provide professional level training in a way that is practical for the average pastor and church leader. Class is always free of charge for this reason.
Who Can Apply?
These MTI classes are designed for pastors and church leaders, especially those in teaching roles. Anyone can apply, but priority is given to pastors.

Over the years, we have discovered a great need in the Philippines amongst established churches. A need for a program of strong and clear “furthering education” in matters such as scriptural knowledge, doctrine, church growth methods, and practical application of fundamental methods of church procedures. We often find pastors with great passion and heart, but lacking in the scriptural and church operations knowledge that traditionally comes through higher Bible school education. Such education is often “out of reach” for many pastors, as their church, family, and financial obligations prohibit such a commitment.
Shofar Mission has for years conducted multiple training gatherings all around the Philippines, to teach, encourage, and disciple men and women who long to be more greatly used by Christ in the service of His kingdom! Now finally we have been led to coordinate these efforts into a clearer educational objective, with concrete goals and a more ongoing consistent method and approach. After much preparation and prayer, we have established a MINISTRY TRAINING INSTITUTE, under the care and financial backing of Shofar Mission. These higher Bible educational classes are being presented free of charge to you, as we believe it is our calling as a USA mission to cover the costs, and we do not want the lack of finances to prohibit anyone from participating!
Classes will be held at least a couple of times a year. Location and frequency will increase with the demand. We know that church leaders are very busy people. Although sacrifice and commitment must be made by you to grow in this manner, we will seek to operate these classes within days and hours that are best for you to attend. Our desire is to better equip you for the calling upon your life as a pastor or layman in a church congregation. Each class will be presented in a 1-3 day (or evening) setting with a test at the end. All those who complete the class requirements will receive a certificate of completion, and credit towards full curriculum diploma. We invite all those who desire to take just one class, or eventually all of the classes we will be offering. Printed text materials and the teaching of the class will be in English. Therefore, basic understanding of conversational English is a must in order to complete the class!

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