People to See

Different types of individuals can provide valuable insight when trying to make important decisions. God could provide some answers for you through one or more of the following people.  Talk with them about your ideas and concerns.

 

Your spouse or significant other

This really is a team decision.  Whatever you decide to do, many lives will be impacted. Talk together, pray together, and decide together.

Order a free copy of the book Leap of Faith from the Resources section.  It addresses questions such as:  Is God calling you to serve?  Now what?  How will this calling affect you?  Your marriage?  Your family?  The rest of your life?

 

Your pastor or another that you respect

Talk to your pastor regarding your thoughts of entering a professional church career. Discuss the book Leap of Faith with him.  Listen for suggestions he may have for making the decision.  He may be able to connect you with second career pastors or other church workers.  Ask him to pray with you and for you as you continue on this journey.

 

Current church professionals

If you're struggling with your decision to pursue a church professional career, take some time to discuss your plans with those who are actually doing it!  Find out the path they took along with the joys and frustrations of their ministries.  Remember that God usually gets the glory, not the church professional.

 

Church work coordinators at the CUS schools

Each Concordia University School that offers church professional programs will have coordinators assigned to each one.  These individuals know their programs inside and out.  Most of them will meet with you one-on-one, via e-mail or telephone.

All you need to do is ask!

 

Financial advisors

Going back to college can be a financial burden on any family.  It is important to take a realistic financial snapshot in order to find a way to make this work. 

Keep in mind that scholarships and funding may be available for individual schools, congregations, or church districts.

 

Admission professionals at the Concordia University System schools and seminaries

Admission counselors are professionals that work at colleges anduniversities helping prospective students learn about their particular schools.  These individuals are often graduates of the schools they work for so have an insiders guide to the student life and the quality education provided there. 

These professionals can also answer specific questions you may have regarding the church professional programs offered at their institution.