{"id":31662,"date":"2025-11-11T12:06:32","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T18:06:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.victorychurchnola.com\/?post_type=etn&p=31662"},"modified":"2026-04-13T17:49:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T22:49:27","slug":"minister-in-training","status":"publish","type":"etn","link":"https:\/\/www.victorychurchnola.com\/es\/events\/minister-in-training\/","title":{"rendered":"Minister in Training Shepherding 101"},"content":{"rendered":"

Minister in Training Shepherding 101<\/strong>
With Pastor Chris Monnerjahn
Tuesdays | 6-7:15pm
Starts May 26<\/p>\n\n

Step into the heart of real ministry.
Shepherding 101 is a dynamic, hands-on training experience designed for emerging leaders, young adults, and anyone sensing a call to pastoral ministry. This course moves beyond theory, giving you practical tools and real-world opportunities to grow as a shepherd of people.<\/p>\n

Together, we\u2019ll explore the biblical foundation of pastoral ministry while developing essential skills like hearing God\u2019s voice, building a life of prayer, and confidently preparing and delivering impactful sermons. You\u2019ll also learn how to lead with authenticity through discipleship, life groups, and meaningful relationships.<\/p>\n

But this class doesn\u2019t stop in the classroom.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll engage in real ministry moments\u2014hospital visits, praying for the sick, following up with people, and walking alongside others in life\u2019s most important seasons. From weddings and funerals to baptisms and communion, you\u2019ll gain hands-on experience in the sacred responsibilities of pastoral care.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re called to full-time ministry or simply want to lead and serve more effectively, Shepherding 101 will equip you with the heart, character, and practical skills needed to care for people the way Jesus did.<\/p>\n

This course includes real-life ministry assignments such as:<\/strong><\/p>\n