The Rocky Mountain Conference encourages interested lay persons to pursue theological education and formal training for lay leadership. Below, we’ve listed a handful of providers and programs that offer these kinds of learning opportunities:

The Center for Ministry and Lay Training at Phillips Theological Seminary

Phillips offers a variety of affordable courses for lay leaders, ranging from Biblical Studies and pastoral care to spiritual development and stewardship. To learn more, please visit the Phillips website.

The Damascus Project

Founded by the Minnesota and Wisconsin Conferences of the UCC, the Damascus Project offers a Faith Foundations course for lay leaders, as well as a virtual collective for churches with less than 50 members. To learn more, please visit the Damascus Project website.

Pathways Theological Education

Pathways offers affordable continuing education and certificate programs that are open to both clergy and lay leaders. Their comprehensive offerings include UCC History & Polity, environmental justice, foundational theological education, and more. To find the courses and curricula that are right for you, please visit the Pathways website.