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larryjf · #18 (**permalink**) 01-24-2008, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by ChristopherPaul

This is inline with my thoughts as I look at the site.

I am encouraged that such a resource is available; however, I do not agree that a person is qualified to be an ordained Teaching Elder after completing such a curriculum. There is much more required to be prepared for such a calling than reading certain books, listening to lectures and writing essays.

I think such a program is outstanding for the layman who aspires to be in a non-pastoral office such as Deacon or Ruling elder or even just to better equip him in general.

I understand. I'm sure there will be quite a few folks who feel the same way.

Personally, i don't think that any seminary makes a person qualified to be ordained as a TE. I think there is much more to it than an education...like piety.

That's one of the things we try to get across at TNARS...not only academics, but practical living out God's Word in the lives of the students. That's why we seek to mentor them not only in their studies, but also in their walk with God, and get their church officers involved with it.

Perhaps you could be more specific as to what else should be required from a school. It's hard to improve the program with general remarks...with more specifics we can work to improve the program.