EPIC School of Ministry

Are you hungry for God's Word? Do you feel the call of God to do something of eternal value with your life? Something EPIC?

The EPIC School of Ministry is the place for you! EPIC is a practical, Bible and ministry training school for those who want to be more effective in serving God, in ministry and in helping Valley Family Church fulfill it's God-given vision and purpose.

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Get Acquainted with EPIC
Sun May 20 | 4:30-5:45pm

If you have a burning desire to do something of eternal significance with your life. If the cry of your heart is for solid training, mentoring and God-given confidence to move into your purpose, destiny and calling, attend Get Acquainted with EPIC to get the details to make it happen. If you want to gain victory in your life or to enhance your own spiritual growth, EPIC is for YOU!

Come learn how to become an EPIC student this fall, and stay for the 6, 7, and 8pm classes. Meet the EPIC instructors, hear student testimonies and mingle with the current students. You'll get your questions answered, and have the opportunity to win free classes.

Register by May 15.

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The Heart Behind EPIC

The EPIC School of Ministry philosophy is summed up in the word: EPIC

E-evangelistic heart - This stands for our passion to reach out to those who are lost, far from God and who have not yet experienced the joy of a dynamic relationship with Jesus.

P-pioneer spirit - This stands for the entrepreneurial, trail-blazing, "we can do this" attitude of faith that trusts God and goes after the impossible.

I-innovative edge - This stands for doing church and ministry in creative, innovative, "unpredictable," out-of-the-box ways and to utilize all of the teaching, media, musical, technological and creative tools God has given us for sharing His Word.

C-cultural relevance - This stands for simply connecting with today's culture and answering questions they are asking with the relevant truth of God's Word.

Our Purpose

To provide a place that satisfies the spiritual hunger of those VFC'ers who sense God's calling to do something EPIC with their lives! At EPIC School of Ministry, we are training and equipping VFC leaders for the ministry including, future staff positions, future campus pastors roles and support ministry. If you are hungry for solid training, mentoring and God-given confidence to move into your purpose, destiny and calling, then the EPIC School of ministry is for you!

The 3-Year EPIC Program

Year 1 - Biblical Studies

The first year of the EPIC program is extremely flexible so that everyone who meets the prerequisites can participate. Students may take single, ala carte classes or participate as a full-time student. Classes include:

  • Foundations of Faith - 101 and 102
  • The Holy Spirit - 101
  • Old Testament Survey
  • New Testament Survey
  • Health and Healing
  • In Him Realities
  • Authority of the Believer
  • Prayer Foundations
  • Submission & Authority
  • Kingdom Laws
  • Life of Christ

Year 2 - Leadership Development

The second year is focused on training leaders and equipping students to be successful in culturally relevant ministry. Classes include:

  • The Holy Spirit 102
  • History of the Church
  • Prosperous Living
  • Ministerial Ethics
  • Evangelism
  • Communications/People Skills
  • Overview of VFC Ministries
  • Church Organization & Administration
  • Spirit-filled Living
  • End Time Events

Year 3 - Hands-On Ministry Training

The third year includes additional hands-on training in all areas of VFC Ministry. These sessions include in-depth training from VFC staff and participation in each area of ministry.

Prerequisites to attend EPIC:

  • Graduate of Get a Grip 101: Basics
  • Graduate of Get a Grip 201: Serving
  • Faithful Attender of Valley Family Church
  • 18 years or older

Class Times and Schedule:

EPIC meets from September-May, on Sunday nights from 6:00 - 9:00pm.
Full-time students will have 3 classes each Sunday night. Each individual class runs for 50 minutes.

Is EPIC accredited?

The EPIC School of Ministry is not an accredited ministry training school; therefore, it will not be possible for the classes to be transferred to or from another Bible school. The EPIC School of Ministry exists to provide practical Bible training for those who want to be effective in helping Valley Family Church fulfill its vision and mission.

What if I graduated from another Bible College? Will this count towards EPIC?

Students who have completed other qualifying Bible school training may audit the first year classes. (In order to attend the 2nd or 3rd year program at EPIC, all students - including those who have previous Bible College degrees - must take the 1st year program in EPIC.) Auditing students must attend all classes, do all homework assignments and take the final exam in order to graduate from EPIC. The first year tuition will be waived; however, students who audit will be responsible for the cost of their books per term. (To find out if the Bible School you attended qualifies for this option, please email: epicschool@valleyfamilychurch.org)

How much homework can I expect?

The EPIC School of Ministry is a ministry training school; therefore, there will be more required of a student than simply sitting in classes and listening to teachers lecture. Since there are only 8 hours of class time per term; there is a time commitment outside of class for reading and listening to MP-3 resource material as part of the training. The time required for each student will be dependent on the student and the pace at which they work.

Each instructor will assign at least one book of required reading and one teaching CD and/or MP-3  for listening outside of class. After completing the books/CD/MP-3, the student will be required to go online to the Moodle Program and answer the questions for each class assignment. So, in addition to class time lectures, students will read 3 books, listen to 3 CDs and/or MP-3s and answer the questions for each assignment. 

How old do you have to be to attend EPIC?

Each student must be at least 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Individuals must be mature in their faith and have a track record of sound financial stewardship.

How much does it cost to attend EPIC?

For the 2011/2012 school year, the fee structure is as follows for classes, books and materials:

Registration/Application: $50 if paid AFTER July 24/non-refundable

Full-Time Students: $800/year
Payments of $100/month on September 1, October 1, November 1, January, 1, February 1, March 1, April 1 and May 1. Tuition payments can be made by clicking here or by going to the Info Center in the Atrium on the weekends.

Part-Time Students: $90/class

Married Couples: Couples applying together as Full-Time students receive 50% off spouse tuition by using the promo code Spouse when paying for tuition.

Graduation Event Fee: 2nd & 3rd year students - $50. These fees are due on or before November 6, 2011. Please click here to pay your graduation fees.

For more information or to apply, please email: epicschool@valleyfamilychurch.org

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