The Living Wholeness Institute, Brisbane Campus, Brisbane School of Theology
We’re excited to announce a new partnership between Living Wholeness and Brisbane School of Theology. Our aim is to provide multi-level training for God’s people who are seeking to support, help and provide care for those around them, whether in a congregational, mission, ministry or professional setting. These courses lead to a LW/BST certificate of course completion.
Bearing one another’s burdens
God’s word urges his people to be caring for those around them. As Paul wrote, “Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ” (Gal. 6:2; ESV). There are many reasons why this does not always happen. Lack of support, lack of confidence, lack of skill, and the lack of professional resources all can keep churches and God’s people from providing the care, support and counselling that people need.
The burdens people carry may involve medical conditions, mental health issues, life and family crises, bereavement and persistent sin. Some burdens need the kindness and encouragement of a thoughtful friend, others need professional intervention. Every church needs a network of pastoral care.
These courses offer personal transformation and training aimed to assist these different levels of response to need. You may want to be a better friend; you may have responsibility for providing care. Or you may be a mental health professional facing these issues daily. One of these courses are for you.
Location
The courses are offered on the campus of Brisbane School of Theology, 1 Cross St, Toowong. Parking is available on Wool St, adjacent to Anzac Park.
Trainers
Dr John Warlow MB ChB FRANZCP
John is an experienced counselling and coaching Adult, Child and Family Psychiatrist and as the developer of the Christian Wholeness Framework (CWF) is passionate to facilitate the development of Christian mental health professionals and growing the body of Christ.
Dr Jenny Richardson MBBS FRACGP M. Couns
Jenny brings a wealth of experience as missionary, mother, pastoral care worker, GP counsellor at Foundations Counselling Centre, and through Living Wholeness.
COURSES
THE WHOLENESS COURSE
For Christians who want to be more aware, insightful, confident, and skilful in supporting and caring for those around them. Participants will be introduced to the Christian Wholeness Framework and the Transformation, Attitude, Skills, and Knowledge (TASK) needed for wholeness.
Dates
The course consists of two terms of six weeks. Each session is for two hours, Monday 10am-12noon.
Term 1
Deeper connecting and understanding March 2-April 6
Term 2
Discipling and servant leadership April 27-June 8 (excludes Labour Day, May 4)
Cost
$300 per term
($270 for three or more from a church or ministry) Includes training, course materials and morning tea.
APPLY FOR THE WHOLENESS COURSE
GOD-CENTERED CHANGE
For leaders in churches and organisations with responsibility for congregational leadership, pastoral care, small & youth groups, etc, who want to deepen their theological, anthropological, and relational attitudes, skills and knowledge to foster transformation.
The course consists of two terms of six weeks. Each session is for two hours, Monday 2-4pm.
Dates
Term 1
God-centred transformation March 2-April 6
Term 2
God-centred relationships April 27-June 8 (excludes Labour Day, May 4)
Cost
$480 per term
($440 for three or more from a church or ministry) Includes training, course materials and afternoon tea.
Applicants will require a reference from a pastor or leader.
APPLY FOR GOD-CENTRED CHANGE COURSE
INTEGRATING FAITH & PRACTICE
For professionally trained practitioners (counsellors, psychologists, GPs, etc.) in the field of mental health, seeking to integrate faith and practice, utilising case-based, interactive learning processes.
The course consists of two terms of six weeks. Each meeting is for one and a half hours, Monday 5-6:30pm.
Dates
Term 1
Integrating faith and practice March 2-April 6
Term 2
Theory and practice:
Case-based, interactive learning April 27-June 8
(excludes Labour Day, May 4)
Cost
$720 per term
Includes training, supervision and afternoon tea.
Applicants will require a reference from a pastor or leader.