From the Editor Church Education: Freire Style (original) (raw)
In many areas of the world-Asia, Africa and South America-the church is growing at a phenomenal rate. With this growth comes a commensurate need for mature, well-trained leaders. Over the past century the church has relied heavily on formal theological education for developing pastoral leadership. Although theological schools have adopted new strategies for reaching more students, such as Theological Education by Extension, satellite campuses, correspondence and later on-line classes, this mode of education cannot meet the increasing demand for pastors, teachers and missionaries. Local churches around the world need more trained leaders than these institutions will ever be able to produce. In addition, formal theological education has been found wanting in several areas. Attending seminary often requires students to leave their homes and ministries for extended periods of time. Studies show that many of these students do not return to their communities to serve. If they do go back, ...
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