NWO School of Ministry

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Who We Are

The NWO School of Ministry serves local churches by helping better prepare those who want to effectively and confidently answer their call to local church and community ministry. We help you develop your understanding of God’s Word, grow in your theological understanding, and gain practical ministry skills.

Whether you feel called to pursue pastoral ministry and are working toward ordination, or you feel called to serve in the local church in some way and are seeking to be better equipped for what God has called you to do, the NWO School of Ministry is for you.

Classes

Classes are 6-8 weeks long and meet weekly on Zoom. Each class requires a commitment of 10 hours/week including class time, reading, projects/assignments, and practical ministry experience.

The cost of each class is $75 (increasing January 1, 2026, with the New Course of Study). A Student Dashboard is provided to each student through a district system to track progress, submit forms, provide official student records, and more. Instructors are experienced and effective missional pastors and leaders from the Northwestern Ohio District and MVNU field.

All 26 classes will be offered over a 3-year period and the two required classes of the seven needed for a First-time District License will be offered annually.

Two Program Options

The Course of Study for Ordained Ministry

- 26 classes
- This is for those who are answering a call to Pastoral Ministry and are pursuing ordination.
- List of Required Classes

Ministry Certificate to Prepare for Effective Local Church Ministry

- 6 classes
- This program is for those preparing for Effective Ministry in the Local Church
- List of Required Classes

Getting Started

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Four more classes are coming soon for Summer and Fall 2025!

Need help? Contact Us

Maliesha Gillespie

NWO School of Ministry Coordinator
maliesha.gillespie@nwoteam.church
419-779-3898