CCSW Learn: Scripture & Hermeneutics
CCSW Learn events seek to equip, ministers and lay leaders with education to help them better serve their congregations
What to expect:
This will deepen your understanding of the connection between scripture, discipleship and how the practice of, or living out our, discipleship is informed by our understandings of scripture.
*This CCSW Learn course will satisfy a requirement for Commissioned Ministers foundational training. It will NOT substitute for the required 3 hour, graduate-level, ATS Accredited course required for people seeking ordination. This course focuses on Practical Ministry.
This event will be taking place ONLINE
The Region provides meaningful educational resources for clergy and congregational leaders. Throughout the year, we offer one-day, six-hour workshops for ministry leadership development, host an annual elders retreats, conduct book discussions, and serve to connect congregations and ministers with the best practices for ministry, mission, witness, and justice.
What to expect:
This will deepen your understanding of the connection between scripture, discipleship and how the practice of, or living out our, discipleship is informed by our understandings of scripture.
*This CCSW Learn course will satisfy a requirement for Commissioned Ministers foundational training. It will NOT substitute for the required 3 hour, graduate-level, ATS Accredited course required for people seeking ordination. This course focuses on Practical Ministry.
This event will be taking place ONLINE
The Region provides meaningful educational resources for clergy and congregational leaders. Throughout the year, we offer one-day, six-hour workshops for ministry leadership development, host an annual elders retreats, conduct book discussions, and serve to connect congregations and ministers with the best practices for ministry, mission, witness, and justice.
Locations
Online
Dates & Times
February 5 & 12, 2026
6pm - 9pm Central Time
5pm - 8pm Mountain Time
6pm - 9pm Central Time
5pm - 8pm Mountain Time
Speakers
Rev. Lizette M. Acosta, Ph.D
Presenter Bio:
The Rev. Lizette M. Acosta, Ph.D., joined Brite Divinity School in 2023 as the Director of the Center for Lifelong Learning. She earned her Ph.D. in Biblical Studies and most recently taught in her academic field while serving as Director of Field Education. She previously served as Director of a Latino Ministry Formation Program, a pastor, and a hospital chaplain. She is an ordained Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) minister.
Upcoming Dates
May 2, 2026
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CCSW Learn: Topic TBD