Discipleship Works opens the door for pastors and lay leaders—regardless of background or income—to receive life‑changing theological training, while the support of partners equips emerging leaders with the mentorship and resources they need to strengthen their churches and communities; by joining this mission as a student or donor, you become part of a growing movement raising up well‑trained pastors who bring hope, stability, and gospel impact where it’s needed most.
School of Theology and Ministry
What Sets Us Apart
Discipleship Works stands apart because we bring accredited, accessible theological education directly to underserved communities around the world, using a flexible, affordable model that meets people where they are. Most importantly, we focus on developing local, self-sustaining leadership, empowering graduates to strengthen their own churches and transform their communities with confidence and biblical depth.
A Focus on People
We focus on people by removing barriers to theological education and investing in mentorship that helps individuals grow into confident, culturally grounded leaders who strengthen their own communities.
A Focus on Quality Learning
We offer accredited, biblically grounded training through flexible TEE methods, strengthened by global partnerships and personal mentorship that make theological education rigorous, practical, and culturally relevant.
A Focus on Ministry
We focus on ministry by grounding all training, mentorship, and partnerships in real-life church contexts so that students grow not only in knowledge but in their ability to serve, shepherd, and strengthen their local communities.
Why Do These Matter?
These commitments matter because they form leaders who are truly transformed—grounded in accessible, high‑quality, ministry‑rooted training that equips them to strengthen churches and communities with confidence and integrity.
Our Programs
The Pre‑Ministerial program: Certificate in Pastoral Theology (18 credits) is a pastoral theology compendium built around an in‑depth study of the Gospel of Matthew, guiding students through the foundations of Christian leadership, discipleship, and ministry as they learn to understand and apply Jesus’ teachings in real-life pastoral contexts.
Discipleship Works offers two pathways designed to equip emerging Christian leaders with strong biblical foundations, practical ministry skills, and real-world formation.
The Ministerial Program: Associate Degree in Biblical Studies and Ministry (66–72 credits) A comprehensive, accredited pathway preparing students for pastoral ministry, preaching, leadership, and church service.
Want to join us?
Want to study with us or help others do so—will you join Discipleship Works as a student or a supporter?