Priesthood and Ministry Training

The Center for Innovation in Ministry and Mission of Graceland University offers Ministry and Priesthood online classes. The cost of each course is $25, unless specified below. All students progress together one week at a time. The class opens on Monday each week and all readings, discussions, and assignments are due on Sunday by 2 p.m. (CST). You can choose your own schedule to complete your work each week. The class facilitator will grade your work each Sunday. Certification is awarded for completion of three classes. Please find out more details and register using the buttons below.
October 20 - December 14, 2025
  • CIMM0400 - Introduction to Scripture - Dan Nowiski - $25
  • CIMM0302 - Ministry of the Deacon - $25
  • CIMM0450 - Children and Youth Worker Core Training - $25
  • CIMM1400 - (Christian Ministries Certificate) Peace and Justice - Dr. Nancy Ross - $100

January 5 - March 1, 2026
  • CIMM0100 - Introduction to Pastor Ministry (ends Feb 15) - $25
  • CIMM0301 - Ministry of the Disciple - $25
  • CIMM1300 - (Christian Ministries Certificate) Spiritual Formation - Kris Judd - $100

March 2 - April 26, 2026
  • CIMM0300 - Introduction to Priesthood Ministry - $25
  • CIMM0303 - Ministry of the Teacher - $25
  • CIMM0306 - Ministry of the Seventy - $25
  • CIMM0309 - Ministry of the Bishop - $25
  • CIMM1200 - (Christian Ministries Certificate) Introduction to the New Testament - Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith - $100
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May 4 - June 28, 2026
CIMM0400 - Introduction to Scripture - $25
CIMM0450  - Child and Youth Worker Core Training - $25
The Center for Innovation in Ministry and Mission is a collaborative partnership with Graceland University, Community of Christ, and others housed and hosted in Graceland University’s Community of Christ Seminary.

Free, Short Courses on Theology

The Center for Innovation in Mission and Ministry will offer "CIMM Sessions" live Zoom events on theology, culture, and items of interest to Community of Christ in "bite-sized" sessions under an hour. These free, live sessions will be offered on Zoom. 
Join us on Wednesdays at 8:00pm Eastern, 7:00pm Central, 6:00pm Mountain, and 5:00pm Pacific time.

Upcoming Sessions
  • October 15 – Crossing Generational Cultures – Zac Harmon-McLaughlin
  • October 22 – Seminarian Session: The Spiritual Development of Children and Youth Within a fluid and “Experimental” Faith Community — Jenny Lowndes
  • October 29 – Seminarian Session: Community of Christ in Post-Catholic Spain — Lola Brown
  • November 5 – Post-Colonial Theology – Joudy Clark Rufou
  • November 12 – CofC Theology part 3 – Tony & Charmaine Chvala-Smith
  • November 19 – CofC Theology part 4 – Tony & Charmaine Chvala-Smith
  • November 26 – Off (Thanksgiving)
  • December 3 – Seminarian Session: Ministry to the Unhoused – Gleen Johnson
  • December 10 – Jesus as an Untouchable – Joshua Bennett
  • December 17 – God with Us: Reclaiming the Truth of the Nativity: Unveiling the Theological Power Behind a Familiar Story – Dave Anderson

​Camping Program Leadership Training

The effectiveness of our extensive camping activities is very dependent on the quality and experience of the leaders. Not only do camp staff need skills in developing programs and working together in teams, but in recent years the proliferation of government regulations and insurance requirements mean that we must rely on knowledgeable leaders to ensure that the church is not inappropriately exposed to financial or legal risks.

We require ALL of our Children and Youth Workers to be certified. Please contact Melissa Freer at [email protected] to learn more about this certification.

The CEM Camping Commission, comprised of dedicated leaders from the various camping communities, runs a yearly retreat for camp directors and has prepared the following Director's Handbook.

Camp Director's Complete Handbook

Camp Director's Handbook Sections

Resources Centre

Worship Resources
Recorded music and sermons to use in worship. Guidelines and tips for online and hybrid events. Other useful content to enhance the worship experience. LEARN MORE
Scripture
Community of Christ Doctrine and Covenants in English, Spanish, and French. LEARN MORE
Forms
Forms for pastors, financial officers (CFO), and recorders. Camp and retreat registration templates. Camp and retreat registration templates. Registered Youth Worker Application Form. Pre-authorized transfers. Other useful forms. LEARN MORE
Posters and Media
The mission initiatives, the enduring principles, the sacraments, and more. Download images for the web and high resolution files for printing. LEARN MORE
Online Lectures
The mission initiatives, the enduring principles, the sacraments, and more. Download images for the web and high resolution files for printing. LEARN MORE
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