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Education for Ministry (EfM)

The "ministry" isn't ordained ministry. EfM provides the basics of a theological education, thereby training lay people — who are the primary ministers of the church — to live out the promises made at baptism.

EfM is a four-year course. The curriculum schedule is:

  • Year 1: Old Testament
  • Year 2: New Testament
  • Year 3: Church History
  • Year 4: Modern Theology

It is recommended that students start with year one, but the classes maybe taken at any time. After completion of all four years, students are awarded a certificate from the University.

An EfM seminar, which includes members of Calvary as well as other parishes, meets at Calvary weekly from September through May.

For more detailed information about the program, visit Sewanee, The University of the South EfM. For information about the seminar at Calvary or to register, please contact the church office.