2023 SOM Class Schedule

Yes, the School of Ministry is a vital piece of the credentialing process going forward.  The credentialing process will be designed in such a way that reflects our commitment to excellence in the ministry.  The School of Ministry is a key piece for the training of the minister and those seeking credentials.

A candidate will attend/complete 4 classes each year during the Ordination process.  In addition to classes in the Ordination Year, the candidate will also have a 6 month Internship.  This will follow the current structure that is in the Ministerial Handbook.  The candidate will do a 6 month Internship at two churches other than the local church the candidate attends.

The internship will consist of:  3 months (Internship: Different Church), 3 months (Home Church), 3 months (Internship: Different Church), 3 months (Home Church).

If a candidate is considering Local License, they will contact their Pastor and the PFWB Resource Center to fill out the Local License Application.  Once completed and submitted, someone from the PFWB staff will contact you and help you with the next step to register for the Local License Track in the School of Ministry.

If a candidate is already Ordained with the PFWB, then it is our hope that all PFWB Ministers participate in the School of Ministry at the Continuing Education Level.  The School of Ministry is committed to helping equip you as a Pastor and lead your churches with excellence.

Yes, the School of Ministry is designed for three different areas of ministry.  First, for those who feel the call to ministry.  Secondly, for those who are already Ordained, and finally for those who want to learn more about certain topics. 

Yes, each class has a registration fee that helps cover the cost for teachers, resources and covers lunch for that class.  Each teacher has selected a book that the student needs to purchase and read before the class.  The cost for a Local, Conference, or Ordination Class is $30.00 and a Continuing Education class is $10.00.  We have done our best to make it cost effective for each person that attends.  If for some reason, you’re not able to cover the cost of a class, then please contact the PFWB Resource Center. 

We will continue to follow the Ministerial Handbook with the exception of the training aspect which will now be replaced by the School of Ministry.   It is imperative that the candidate stays connected to the Local Church/Pastor as the resources the church offers are invaluable.  The School of Ministry will help bridge the training of a potential candidate/minister with the practicality of the Local Church/Pastor.

The School of Ministry will hold classes on the PFWB Ministry Campus in the Minister's Development Center located at:

1747 Bud Hawkins Road,
Dunn, NC 28334

At this time a person can register one of two ways:

1. Register above

2.  By calling the PFWB Resource Center at 910.892.4161

A candidate may "Transfer In" as long as the following guidelines are met:

1. The candidate must fulfill the requirements laid out in the Ministerial Handbook for transferring into the PFWB.
2. The candidate must attend the classes for Faith & Practices, the Ministerial Handbook and PFWB History.
3. The candidate submits to the PFWB Ministerial Recertification Process going forward.

A candidate that has prior college credit may be able to supplement previous education for the Ministerial Credentialing process.  All classes submitted must follow the guidelines in the Ministerial Handbook and ultimately meet approval from the Ministerial Council.

A person going through the Ministerial Credentialing/Continuing Education process may complete 25% of their classes online (1 class a year).  All requirements (book reading, class questions, class exam, etc.) for that must be met even if attended online.

The Certificate of Biblical Studies is designed for anyone who is not seeking Ordination but looking to go deeper in their studies. A person will need to attend 10 out of 12 classes and will not be required to participate in an internship. However, if a person feels the call of God during their time in the School of Ministry, they can transition to the Ordination Track with Pastoral approval, completing remaining classes and the internship.