Academic Learning
Academic learning forms an important part of the Academy experience. Forming the majority of the weekly schedule, students will engage in interactive classes taught by world class teaches. These classes touch on a variety of subjects and seek to partner strong biblical teaching inspired by the Holy Spirit. Through these classes students are empowered intellectually and practically, understanding what they believe and why they believe it, strengthening their faith and drawing them closer in relationship to the Father. Classes subject to change but currently are:
1st year
A space where guests of the Academy are given the opportunity to share and minister to the student body as a whole. Through these invited guests, students receive teaching and ministry from individuals with vast experience, adding dynamically to their spiritual growth and development.
Connection groups for an inclusive setting for students to develop and nurture healthy relationships with one another. These small groups establish the initial support and care structure for students as they journey through their time at the Glory City Academy. Managed and guided by students, these groups serve as a precious space for the application of relational, pastoral and leadership skills, contributing to student growth and development.
Through the examination of the Old and New Testaments, students are equipped with tools and strategies to read and interpret the scriptures in a relevant manner. Taken across the whole year, this course creates lifelong students of the word who are competent in understanding the scriptures and applying its lessons to their lives, in partnership with the Holy Spirit. Students emerge as ones who understand the integrity, authority and power of the bible, equipped with sound and repeatable strategies for scriptural interpretation.
In this unit students engage in the study of the person of the Holy Spirit and His multiple expressions, as well as the centrality of the work of the Spirit in the lives of contemporary charismatic believers. Students examine the diverse manifestations of the Spirit from a biblical perspective and partner these perspectives with practical applications.
Further to our Multiply unity, Community Impact imparts practical sklls to actively influence the local community be it in a spiritually or socially responsible way. The subject imparts theoretical lessons, paired with practical activations and partnerships with various community organisations or student led initiatives. Students learn to serve the community out of love for humanity and to be a simple blessing upon the earth.
Life with the Spirit establishes a value for the Spirit and the Presence of God in the lives of the students. Life with the Spirit is a practical unit where students learn to navigate the Anointing, and differentiate the voice of the Father from with their internal voice. This produces students who value the Presence of the Lord and develop a deep life with the Spirit.
This unit is an insightful and practical look in to the writings contained within the book of Hebrews. Through their recent learnings students put into practice the biblical studies principals they have been equipped with in the intention of strengthening their interpretations skills through practical application and at the same time reinforcing the foundations of their theology. Hebrews is a hugely beneficial subject that equips students with the tool and passion for a lifetime of fruitful scriptural interpretation.
Practical Ministry Training is a subject that equips students with the basic skills and knowledge needed to function in ministry. This includes training in skills such as, praying for the sick, ministering deliverance, having healthy pastoral conversations, baptisms, responding to altar calls and new salvations. This subject also covers practical skills such as leading and guiding a home group, using a microphone and basic use of a sound system. Furthermore students participate in the work of the ministry in an area of their choosing, resulting in hands-on, practical experience.
Building on Semester 1, students will study the work and movement of the Holy Spirit expressed through the gift of prophecy. The will learn how the prophetic operates and its roll in the earth today. Students will participate in activations that will increase their confidence and ability in hearing the voice of God as they grow as a prophetic community.
Developing on the skills and knowledge learnt in Transformational Leadership students now pursue knowledge in developing good leadership that will serve them in their life in ministry, as well as in their place of influence. Students explore the foundations of leadership building practical skills that will serve them well in the modern day context.
This unit up skills the Student in all aspects of communications, particularly those needed for work within the ministry and pastoral environments. Students are taught to become more aware of how they present themselves and, most importantly, how to interact with the people around them. Students will learn that the mechanics of fruitful communication greatly changes how they view the world and relationships. They also will gain a well-rounded knowledge of communication skills to effectively steer the Church and others toward God’s purpose, design, and mission both personally and publically.
2nd year
Our weekly worship sessions foster the growth of an intimate and personal connection with the Holy Spirit through the act of worship. Students cultivate an appreciation for God’s presence through moments of encounter, prayer, worship and communion. Through regular participation students establish worship as a cornerstone in their lives, nurturing a strong foundation for their spiritual walk.
A space where guests of the Academy are given the opportunity to share and minister to the student body as a whole. Through these invited guests, students receive teaching and ministry from individuals with vast experience, adding dynamically to their spiritual growth and development.
Connection groups for an inclusive setting for students to develop and nurture healthy relationships with one another. These small groups establish the initial support and care structure for students as they journey through their time at the Glory City Academy. Managed and guided by students, these groups serve as a precious space for the application of relational, pastoral and leadership skills, contributing to student growth and development.
Ministry Establishment and Governance covers the practical aspects of ministry and business establishment. This course provides an introduction to the complexities of starting a ministry or business, and positioning it well for success. This course runs parellel with the Ministry Project subject where students identify an area of interest and begin to practically see this dream or vision come to life.
Revival History is an inspiring look into the history of the Church with the goal of providing students with perspective and practical lessons that will encourage them in their personal walks with the Lord.
Building on the concepts and practice learnt in the first year, Applied Prayer and Intercession seeks to further cultivate and enhance a profound connection with the Holy Spirit by immersing students in the practice and discipline of prayer. Students are equipped further with tools and strategies that will enhance their prayer lives while putting these tools into practice on a regular basis. Prayer and Intercession are further solidified as a foundation in the lives of our students.
This subject is an insightful look into the Old Testament book of Nehemiah from a leadership perspective. Using biblical principles and scriptural interpretation techniques, the students learn to engage in an experiential journey unpacking biblical leadership lessons that apply to today’s modern context.
Developing on the tools and techniques learnt in First Year at the Academy, this subject seeks to develop the public speaking skills of the students. Learning the intricacies of sermon preparation and development, and keys to successful presentation and delivery, students are equipped with the fundamental skills to confidently speak in front of a group of people.
This course provides an overview of the various care ministries for the local church and the procedures for implementing and growing these ministries. Emphasis will be on collaborative learning experiences so that students can learn ways to care effectively for church members and the community.
Multiply Activations is the practical application of the theoretical concepts learned in Multiply. This is a practical space where people actively practice evangelism, praying for the sick, and the prophetic Multiply Activations are facilitated by the 2nd year students and provide a valuable space to implement pastoral and leadership skills. Students will learn how to move with the Holy Spirit and flow in their gifting while effectively sharing the Gospel of Jesus with strangers.
Prophetic Practice focuses on the maturation of the prophetic gift within each student. Building on the basics of the gift of prophecy, students will outwork what they have learned in the first year stream and learn how to grow in spiritual authority as a prophetic community. Students will also dive deeper into the mysteries of the Spirit and further discover how the Spirit realm operates.
Leadership Development and Strategy is a course that crystallises key leadership skills and knowledge in the minds of students. The leadership techniques and skills taught in this subject build upon all the leadership principals taught thus far at the Academy.
Global Missions provides insight into the importance of missions, and more importantly having a missional outlook. Students will be educated on the concepts and techniques needed to successfully impact society and communities both locally and globally. Students will understand the Father’s heart for global missions, thus developing a missional outlook for life.
This unit is an insightful and practical look in to the writings contained within the book of Hebrews. Through their recent learnings students put into practice the biblical studies principals they have been equipped with in the intention of strengthening their interpretations skills through practical application and at the same time reinforcing the foundations of their theology. Hebrews is a hugely beneficial subject that equips students with the tool and passion for a lifetime of fruitful scriptural interpretation.
The Ministry Project stream is the practical application of lessons learned in Ministry Establishment and Governance and other leadership-based subjects. Working together, students will dream, conceptualise and begin working on the development of a ministry project. This subject will see the creation of concepts and ideas, ministries and businesses that will continue beyond life at the Academy.
The Prision Epistles (Ephesians, Philipians, Colossians and Philemon) are rich New Testament books that are dense with revelation that impact thebelievers walk of faith. Students receive an impartation through teaching these revelations and are invited into a deeper understanding of these portions of the biblical text. Students are encouraged to take what is taught and apply it to their daily lives.
In the pursuit of love, students will participate in the practice of prophecy to see the Body of Christ built up. They will learn and actively engage in the role of prophecy in the area of leadership development, ministry implementation and the equipping of the saints. They will also continue to build and function as a prophetic community growing in authority, love and powers.
How can we defend our faith in a post-modern, post-Christian world? This is what Societal Influence exists to discuss and answer. This stream engages the heart of the Gospel for answers to the criticisms and challenges that Christianity faces today.
Using techniques learned in the First Year, students engage in an experiential study of Romans Undergirded with scriptural exposition giving students a deeper understanding into the historical situation of 1st century christianity and some of the issues facing the emerging church. Studnets energy with a deeper understanding of the person of Jesus resulting in real world, personal transformation and application.
