Current Courses (Fall 2026):

Dates: September 1st – November 17th (Tuesdays)

Time: 6-9 PM

Location: Shippensburg First Church of God

Instructor: Heidi Guyer

Course Goals: At the conclusion of this course, learners will…

  • Explain biblical and theological foundations of pastoral counseling.
  • Demonstrate effective listening and helping skills.
  • Apply spiritual counseling techniques to common ministry situations including:
    • Premarital Counseling
    • Marital Counseling
    • Grief Counseling
  • Recognize ethical boundaries and situations requiring professional referral

Dates: September 3rd – November 19th (Thursdays)

Time: 6-9 PM

Location: Greenvillage Church of God

Instructor: Pastor Corey Britcher

Course Goals: At the conclusion of this course, learners will…

Gain a better understanding of the various types of leaders and leadership skills

Gain a better understanding of the biblical leadership positions within the church and their roles and responsibilities

Gain a basic understanding of church administrative counsel, constitutions, and rules regarding orderly meetings

Dates: August 31 – November 16th (Mondays)

Time: 6-9 PM

Location: Online Only

Instructor: Sarah Baumgardner

Course Goals: At the conclusion of this course, learners will…

Identify the three main “Spiritual Landscapes” found in the Luke’s Gospel: physical, social and economic.

Apply the spiritual landscapes to the life of the church and to the individual in a meaningful way with a focus on discipleship and spiritual disciplines.

Understand key differences that set the Gospel of Luke apart from the other synoptic gospels and use that understanding for preaching and teaching in the local church.

Click here to register for classes this fall semester.

Pastoral
Track

For those seeking Credentialing within the General Conferences of the Church of God.

  • Semesters are 12 weeks.
  • One 3 hour class per week.
  • Attend in person or remotely by zoom.

3 credits | $150

Leadership
Track

Perfect for enhancing your biblical knowledge as leaders in your church. Elders, Deacons, Deaconesses, teachers and followers of Jesus.

  • Semesters are 12 weeks.
  • One 3 hour class per week.
  • No homework, papers or tests required.
  • Attend in person or remotely by zoom.

Audit only- no credits | $100

Discipleship
Track

The discipleship track is designed for lay people to enhance and enrich their abilities within their local church.

  • Semesters are 10 weeks.
  • One 1 hour class per week.
  • No homework, papers or tests required.
  • Discipleship Track will be determined by selected course.

COMING SOON!

In Person $50

Full Class Catalog

Classes Required for Pastoral Track & Available for Discipleship Track.
Pastoral Track Requires the following 15 core classes 3 credits per class and 3 electives.

OT 101: Survey of Old Testament I: Genesis through Esther
OT 102: Survey of Old Testament II Wisdom and Prophetic Literature
NT 101: Survey of the New Testament I: Gospels through Acts, General Epistles
NT 102: Survey of the New Testament II: The Pauline Epistles, Hebrews, and Revelations
CH 101: Survey of the History of Christianity: 1st Century through Post Reformation Enlightenment
CH 202: Churches of God History and Polity

TH 101: Introduction to Biblical Theology
TH 102: Systematic Theology
TH 201: The Theology and Practice of Christian Worship
TH 202: Introduction to Biblical Interpretations (Hermeneutics)
TH 203: Ethics
CM101: Christian Leadership and the Ministerial Person
CM102: Discipleship and Spiritual Formation
CM103: Homiletics
CM104: Counseling Ministries of the Church
Elective: 1
Elective: 2
Elective: 3

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who are the instructors of MTI classes?
The directors and faculty hold master’s and doctoral degrees in divinity, theology, leadership, and psychology. Their education stems from Winebrenner, Seminary and various other highly respected schools such as Penn State, Gordon Conwell, Evangelical and Beeson. The day-to-day operations are guided by a director with previous administrative and teaching experience in various schools throughout the county.

2. What options are available for attending class?
Our classes are taught in person and may be attended remotely by zoom. You have the opportunity to ask instructors questions and interact with other students. This is an opportunity to learn firsthand from a member of our community and build relationships with members of our community.

3. Where will I attend classes in person?
We offer classes in local churches in Carlisle, Mechanicsburg, Shippensburg, Chambersburg, New Cumberland and surrounding areas in Pennsylvania. We may be able to offer classes in your area, please check with us. Zoom will be available for those attending remotely.

4. What is your credentialing?
We have created a pathway for men and women to attain education which will prepare them to serve as a Pastor or lay leader within the Eastern Regional Conference Churches of God. We offer diplomas upon completion and eligibility for those seeking credentialing to sit before the Credentialing and Placement Commission.

5. What is the cost for the pastoral track?
Currently, we offer 15 core classes and 3 electives for a total of 18 classes for the completion of the pastoral track. The classes are $150 each. The total investment is $2,700 plus the cost of books.

6. What is the organizational structure of MTI?
We are governed by a Board of Directors that works in close consultation. Serving on the Board are pastors, educators, and church leaders from diverse backgrounds.

7. When are classes offered?
We offer a 12 week spring and fall semester offering 2 core and 1 elective classes. In addition we offer a summer class and special classes periodically to help you advance your education and time of completion.