This program is an excellent opportunity for pastors to gain vision and develop the skills needed to effectively engage with the community surrounding their church. It emphasizes careful reflection and spiritual health. Through hands-on training, you will delve deeper into your community, becoming more aware of its needs and opportunities that you’ve previously overlooked. Additionally, […]

My experience with Empower Chaplaincy has given me a significant advantage in ministering to my small community. In smaller towns, building relationships is crucial, and newcomers must work hard to earn trust and influence among residents. This can make moving to a small town for pastoral ministry particularly challenging.  The Empower Chaplaincy cohort equipped me […]

I am so glad that I chose to take part in this training. The Rural Community Chaplaincy Training Program has been invaluable in helping me become more mindful and purposeful in reaching my community. One of the most beneficial parts of the training for me was interviewing community leaders.These interviews led to a better understanding […]

The Community Chaplaincy training has given me a fresh perspective on the rural area where we minister and live. After serving as a pastor in the same community for over sixteen years, I believed I knew everything necessary about my city and county. However, thanks to the encouragement from my cohort and the valuable teachings, […]

From the Community Chaplaincy training “Awesome” is the word that comes to mind. This experience was truly amazing and exceeded all my expectations. As a rural pastor deeply involved in this community, I found that this opportunity greatly expanded my understanding and insight. It has given me a fresh perspective on how we can better […]

Being a part of the rural chaplaincy program has been an incredible experience. I loved being able to make connections with pastors across the country. Dr Kim’s classes were very informative and extremely personal. Dr. Kim Harvey goes over and above to make sure that you feel included. He provides the tools and encourages your […]

In the beginning, I was very skeptical of the chaplaincy course. but after a few meetings, I realized the program can be very beneficial for those who truly have a heart for people and desire to be a vessel for the Lord. Throughout the course Dr Harvey’s encouraged engagement toward our community and each other. […]

The Rural Chaplaincy course has been such a blessing to me personally and to the ministry God has entrusted to me here in Las Lomas. Before this course, I was trying to get involved in the community, but honestly, I was using more of a shotgun approach—just attempting to hit as many needs as I […]

The Holy Spirit used this class to challenge me on how I conducted ministry. I thought I knew my community and that I was involved; however, my previous success in being engaged and building relationships established a solid foundation for greater influence, largely due to the title “chaplain.” The training provided me with essential tools […]

It has been a privilege and honor to have been a part of a groundbreaking Pilot program to teach, equip, and empower Rural Pastors to see themselves as a major stakeholder in their Communities. The concept of a Chaplain has grown from its origins as a Military, Law Enforcement, Fire Dept. and EMS ministry to […]