Designed for Passionate Ministry Leaders & Congregants
Driven by SBC’s passion for nurturing effective church leadership, the Centre for Servant Leaders is thrilled to launch the Certificate of Church Ministry (CCM) program. This program is tailored to equip you, our valued lay leaders and members, with the vital ethos and skills needed to make a meaningful impact in your church and beyond.
Our modules are led by seasoned practitioner-theologians actively involved in churches or para-church organizations or our very own faculty members of SBC. All modules are audit-only, with no academic prerequisites nor exams. Participants can choose to enrol in the full program for a certificate or choose to take individual modules according to their interests.
So who is CCM catered for? We believe they are passionate individuals regardless of any formal theological educational background, including ministry leaders, young professionals and believers who are called to any ministries and services.
Group Discount Available
Unlock the Savings: Enjoy our exclusive group discount!
- Group of 3 and above: Get 20% off each registration.
- Group of 10 or more: Take advantage of an exceptional discount of 50% on every registration.?
Enquiries for
Jul-Dec 2024 Modules
Module Fee per person
Local S$109.00
Overseas (certain countries) S$54.50
One-time Application fee: S$21.80. All fees are inclusive of 9% GST.
SBC students, alumni, and full-time staff: 50% off. Part-time staff and spouses: 25% off.
SEMESTER 1: JANUARY TO JUNE
SEMESTER 2: JULY TO DECEMBER
Each module lasts 16 hours, spreading over either
- Eight weeks (2 hours weekly, from 7:30-9:30 pm) or
- Intensive basis (e.g. 4 Saturdays, 4 hours weekly, from 9:00 am-1:00 pm)
To graduate with the Certificate of Church Ministry (CCM), students need to
- Complete 8 modules, 3 core and 5 elective modules
- Achieve 75% attendance in each of the six modules
Applicants should
- be a born-again Christian and member of good standing in his/ her church
- fulfill the module pre-requisites if any
Applicants may also register for any module without having to enrol in the CCM programme.
Unlock Savings: Enjoy our exclusive group discount!
Group of 3+: 20% off each registration.
Group of 10+: 50% off per registration.
For group registration, module selection must be consistent:
- Local 3-9 S$87.20 per pax / Overseas (certain countries) S$43.60 per pax
- Local 10 & above S$54.50 per pax / Overseas (certain countries) S$27.25 per pax
One-time Application fee is free.
All fees are inclusive of 9% GST.
How it works
- Form Your Group: Gather 3+ learners with shared interests. Fill out the attached ‘Group Registration Form.’
- Choose Your Module: Select one module that aligns with your goals or ministry needs.
- Register Together: Select ‘group registration‘ and submit the completed ‘Group Registration Form.’
Mode of Payment
- Credit/Debit Card (Local or International)
- PayNow (For Local)
- Bank Transfer
Additional details will be provided on the registration form.
Available via
On-Site
Study in person.
Online
Zoom session at the scheduled time.
Hybrid
Attend classes either in person or via Zoom at the designated time.
Asynchronous
Watch videos at your own pace and discuss online with a tutor.
- SATURDAY / 6, 13, 27 Jul; 3 Aug 2024
- 9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Singapore Bible College
- CCM core
Hybrid
Jonah and Ruth
“Jonah and Ruth As You’ve Never Seen Before”
We often assume that we already know all about Jonah and Ruth, there’s nothing new to learn. Don’t be too sure.
Do you know Jonah has a dark side that is so scary? And that Ruth is not even about love but something else that blows your mind away?
Join us to discover insights that are radically different from what you thought you knew.
Rev. Dr. Daniel Chua
Rev. Dr. Daniel Chua was the Lead Pastor of Mt Carmel B-P Church, where he had served for 33 years. He trains pastors and key leaders in mission countries and is adjunct faculty for local seminaries. He is the author of Feeding on Ashes, which offers a Christian response to Chinese ancestral worship.
- SATURDAY / 3,10,17,24,31 Aug; 7,14,21 Sep 2024
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Singapore Bible College
- CCM Elective
Onsite
Elementary Hebrew 1
Studying biblical Hebrew allows us to read the Old Testament in its original language, providing insights into nuances that may not be fully captured in translation and opening a window into the culture and worldview of ancient Israel. Students will learn to read and translate basic Hebrew phrases in this course.
This is the first of a series of four Biblical Hebrew courses.
Ms. Janis Lim
Ms. Janis Lim graduates with a Master of Divinity (MDiv, Biblical Studies) in May 2024. Having experienced the benefits of being able to read and understand the Bible in its original languages (Hebrew and Greek), she is eager to help others on this journey. Janis worships at Bethesda Frankel Estate Church.
- WEDNESDAY / 24, 31 Jul; 7, 14, 21, 28 Aug; 11, 18 Sep 2024
- 7:30 pm–9:30 pm
- Singapore Bible College
- CCM cORE
Hybrid
Deuteronomy—Heart of the laws. Laws of the heart.
Jesus’ three references to Deuteronomy in reply to the devil’s three temptations (Matthew 4) point to the importance of the book of Deuteronomy in practical life and ministry. Moreover, the book also contained laws for future prophets, priests and kings, providing the schema for evaluating them in the history of their kingdom, appropriately called “Deuteronomistic History”.
Come join us to explore and experience the book’s perspectives on the heart of the laws, and laws for the development of the believers’ hearts, and thereby distilling personal replies and responses today.
Rev. Samuel Poon
Baptised as an infant at Glory Presbyterian Church, attended Sembawang Baptist Church (toddler to primary school), returned to Glory, Confirmed, served as Deacon & Sessions Clerk at Glory. Served as Secretary and Chairman at present church—S-Word Evangelical Free Church. Attended MDiv (2008-2011) and ThM (2010-2014) at SBC. Pastor at S-Word EFC since June 2011. Previous training: Bachelor of Laws, NUS (1992) & Advocate & Solicitor Supreme Court, Singapore (1993). Married in 1994; 2 daughters, ages 25 & 23.
- TUESDAY /30 Jul; 6,13,20,27 Aug; 10,17,24 Sep 2024
- 7:30 pm–9:30 pm
- CCM cORE & CLL core (CLL Hermeneutics)
Online
Foundational Biblical Interpretation (Part 2)
This course is an invitation to explore and discover the rich and diverse literary genres found in the Bible. These include New Testament letters, the Gospels, the Book of Acts, and Revelation as well as Old Testament Narrative, Law, Poetry, the Prophets, and Wisdom literature. Each session offers practical and appropriate ways of reading the different genres. As with Part 1, the course will be based on Duvall and Hay’s textbook Grasping God’s Word (4th edition).
No prerequisite (no need to take Foundational Biblical Interpretation Part 1 first)
Dr. Calvin Chong
Dr. Calvin Chong is Professor of Practical Theology at Singapore Bible College. He has
been part of the SBC faculty since 1995 first teaching in the Old Testament department, then
serving in academic leadership, and now teaching across multiple disciplines including
pastoral ministries, educational design, as well as intercultural studies.
More information about Dr. Calvin Chong.
- SATURDAY / 17, 24, 31 Aug; 7 Sep 2024
- 9:00 am–1:00 pm
- CCM Core
Online
Galatians
The book of Galatians showcases Paul’s passionate defense of the core message of the gospel, establishing it as a pivotal piece of his correspondence. Followers of the faith also hold it in high regard for its insightful guidance on living a life guided by the Holy Spirit.
Dr. Brian Thomas
Dr. Brian H. Thomas holds degrees from Trinity Theological College (Singapore), Biola University (USA), and Talbot School of Theology (USA). He teaches New Testament at Southwest Christian High School (Minnesota, USA) and previously served as an Associate Professor at SOTE in SBC (2014–2022). He authored "Living in the Flesh by the Spirit: The Pauline View of Flesh and Spirit in Galatians" (Wipf & Stock, 2020), exploring Paul's application of Old Testament concepts post-Christ's work. Dr. Thomas, with his wife, lived in Singapore for 17 years, engaging in Christian education and ministry. They now reside in the US and worship at Waterbrooke Church (Minnesota).
Recent & Upcoming PSF seminars
引导自我调节
- Open for Registration
- Singapore Bible College
Church Discipline
- Open for Registration
- Singapore Bible College
Raising Leaders for the End-time Harvest
- Ended
- Singapore Bible College
Preventing Burnout
- Ended
- Singapore Bible College
The 3 Critical Roles of a Leader
- Ended
- Singapore Bible College
Church Partnerships
The Singapore Bible College is committed to making seminary education easily accessible and affordable for the church. If you’re looking for a Certificate Program to offer at your church as a part of your leadership development and disciple-making initiatives, then head over to our Church Partnerships Page now.
