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SPC |
| parish training weekend | 4-day school | 5-day school |
| advanced school | Going Deeper Weekend Schools for OSL Members | general notes |
The Parish Training Weekend acquaints people with a basic knowledge of the Church’s teaching on healing and can be tailored to give an in-depth study of a particular theme.
| Time Frame | Friday evening through Sunday worship (a Thursday evening session could be added with sessions during the day on Friday if participants are available). |
| Presenters | The number of lectures is determined on the basis of need and the particular focus of the local area. One leader would cover biblical, theological and spiritual material, and a second leader would cover medical and/or psychological aspects of healing. |
| Lectures | The lectures would cover at least the four basic lectures that have been identified as being necessary for the model of a School of Pastoral Care |
A four-day School of Pastoral Care
affords a setting where
people gain an understanding of the basics tenets of the healing
ministry and how to put this into practical, everyday situations
through the use of a practicum in Healing Prayer often described
as the Prayer Clinic.
| Time Frame | Usually a Thursday evening through Sunday late afternoon. The 4-day school can be a residential school held at a retreat centre or local church. |
| Presenters | Both the number of Presenters and lectures are determined on the basis of local need and the particular focus of the local area, and is intended to introduce people to the basic knowledge on the church's teaching on healing. |
| Lectures | Approximately 10 lectures would include the four basic lectures that have been identified as being necessary for the model of a School of Pastoral Care |
A five-day School
of Pastoral Care is usually held at a conference centre and includes
room and board. In
addition to the topics suggested above in the course summary, the
curriculum includes presentations given by a theologian, a
medical person, and a person dealing the psychological aspects of
healing on a variety of other related topics. Prayer
Clinics
provide "hands-on" training and practice in a safe environment for
praying
with others.
| Time Frame | Monday after lunch to Friday after lunch or Wednesday after lunch to Sunday after lunch |
| Presenters | Three lecturers are present who are experienced in the medical, psychological and spiritual fields of the healing ministry. |
| Lectures | Twelve to fifteen lectures are presented by the 3 leaders in the areas of their expertise. All 3 lecturers present topics that cover the major areas presented by the Sanfords when schools were first introduced. |
An Advanced School of Pastoral Care is usually held at a retreat centre for 5 days and includes room and board. This school is custom designed for a group of persons who have experienced other Schools of Pastoral Care and wish to pursue in-depth teaching on particular aspects of the healing ministry. An Advanced School may, for example, be dedicated to the many aspects of the Healing of Memories and all lectures would deal with that specific topic for a deeper understanding of God’s operation in this area.
| Time Frame |
Monday after lunch to Friday after lunch or Wednesday after lunch to Sunday after lunch |
| Presenters | Three lecturers are present who are experienced in the medical, psychological and spiritual fields of the healing ministry. |
| Lectures | Fifteen lectures are given divided evenly amongst the 3 lecturers. Each presenters covers one topic which would be expanded and clarified in depth over 5 lectures, thereby giving a much greater in-depth appreciation of 3 topics. It is assumed those attending have either attended the introductory school or have knowledge and experience of the basic curriculum. |
Your spouse is welcome to attend with you. Designed to provide intensive, hands-on training in the healing ministry, the School is open to members of the Order of St. Luke, clergy, medical and other professionals in the healing arts, and lay persons of all Christian denominations. You are are encouraged to take advantage of this unique opportunity to deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ, and to expand your experience and understanding of healing.
Five-day schools include lots of praise and worship, Holy Communion every morning, Evening Prayer, lectures, prayer clinics for hands-on training, and much more. An extensive selection of recommended books on prayer and healing is also made available for purchase. Free time is part of the daily schedule, and opportunity is offered to receive personal ministry from the leaders, if desired. Only conference centres that provide a relaxing atmosphere conducive to learning, and offer excellent food are chosen. Usually the school arranges for exclusive use of the conference or retreat facility to maximize community building and ensure uninterrupted opportunities for learning and hands-on practical training. Everyone is expected to attend all lectures and prayer clinics.
Presenters for each school are carefully chosen for their commitment to our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, and their ability to teach and share out of their years of leadership and practical ministry with others. Many are noted authors of healing literature and books. click for bio's
EXPECTATIONS
Those who attend
can anticipate increasing their individual awareness of the
spiritual powers inherent in the teachings of the New Testament.
Special attention is given to the development and integration of
one’s own individual wholeness of body, mind and spirit.
Healing is a
collaborative ministry involving all members of the body of
Christ, rather than only the work of a few specific individuals,
no matter how gifted the individual may be.
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