Our Partners

As a part of Southwestern College, the Institute for Discipleship has deep roots in the United Methodist faith.  The Institute is pleased to partner with several organizations to provide high-quality ministries and continuing education opportunities.

Wesley Theological Seminary

The Institute partners with Wesley Seminary on the Wesley Lay Academy, which gives laypeople around the world access to top-tier theologians and the ability to earn a certification in Wesleyan Studies through online classes.  The Institute also partners with Wesley to provide youth ministry training through Southwestern’s Master’s in Specialized Ministry.
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Lay Servant Ministries

BeADisciple.com hosts online courses which have been approved by the United Methodist Church’s Discipleship Ministries (formerly the General Board of Discipleship) as advanced courses in Lay Servant Ministries.
LEARN MORE ABOUT LAY SERVANT MINISTRY