PROSPECTUS
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Australia reserves the right to alter, add or otherwise amend this information
as required.
from the principal
Thank you for taking time to read this
Prospectus.
It provides you with an overview of Capernwray
Bible School Australia;
its purpose, aim, history, course, faculty and staff. It aims to enable you to
have a greater understanding of what the School offers and whether or not it is
suitable for you in your journey with God.
At Capernwray
Bible School
we believe that every Christian needs a strong and secure foundation which will
mould and shape their lives. Christ is to be that foundation. As stated in our
Mission Statement our purpose and goal is “to instruct students in the content
of Scripture in order that they might discover through the written word the
reality of the Living Word.” That purpose and goal is constantly being met as
we see students, having successfully completed the course, leave with a deeper
love for the Lord Jesus, a stronger commitment to allow Him to work in and
through their lives and better equipped in skills which allow them to be of
greater use to Him.
I invite you to consider Capernwray
Bible School, Australia
as you seek God’s will for your life.
Neil Bernard
Capernwray
Bible School
Australia
Mission Statement
The
purpose and goal of Capernwray Bible School
is to instruct students in the content of Scripture
in order that they might discover through the written word the reality of the
Living Word; and to provide for each student the opportunity to discover the
complete sufficiency of Christ in life and service so as to create an attitude
of willing abandonment to Him irrespective of the personal consequences; and to
do this in an environment of mutual respect, courtesy and love that models and
expresses the character of Christ.
the school Capernwray
has been operating for over 50 years internationally and is continually
growing. There are approximately 1000 students attending a Capernwray
Bible School
somewhere at any one time. Capernwray Bible School Australia
is located on a beautiful, 12 hectare property called ‘Wongabri’, 130 klms
southwest of Sydney in the Southern
Highlands of New South Wales.
It is situated midway between the towns of Moss Vale and Bowral, well known
Australia-wide for their tulips in spring.
As well as a Bible School
it also operates as a Conference Centre.
Guests are welcome on to the property providing the student with the
opportunity to meet an interesting array of people and for them to meet the
student.
accommodation We
have accommodation for approx 40 single students plus a limited number of
married couples. The single students room on a shared basis, with usually
between 2 and 6 in a room.
equipment &
facilities We
have a library of over 2000 volumes. This provides a great resource for student’s
study and research. Computers are available for students to complete their
research assignments and Bible studies. Other teaching resources include a
Lecture Room with whiteboard, OHP, TV & VCR. Most lectures are recorded and
made available to the student at a low cost for follow up listening. Students
are able to purchase lecture series at the end of the course. We also have a
selection of recent Christian C.D.’s and videos available to students. Students
have access to e-mail facilities. The Internet can be accessed at the local
library. There is also a good resource specifically for the practical ministry
component of the course including; costumes, Children’s stories, games and
drama scripts. Located near the Wingecarribee
River, the Bible
School offers canoes as well as
bicycles, basketball ring, volleyball, a gym and oval. There is also a bookshop
stocked with good reading material as well as study supplies.
our purpose Capernwray
Torchbearers Australia Limited exists to provide a quality Christ-centred
educational environment where each individual is taught and nurtured in the
Word of God.
Our
goal is teaching Scripture so that the students will know God, their
relationship to Him and the reality of the risen, indwelling Christ in their
lives.
They
will have a working knowledge of the Bible and how all its parts interrelate
and be better able to take part in their church and social communities as
overtly Christian people able and willing to contribute effectively.
The
purpose of the Bible School
is to encourage and assist students:
§
To come to know the indwelling, risen Lord Jesus
Christ.
§
To understand the written Word and its revelation
of Christ through careful study of
the Scriptures.
§
To come to understand God’s will for their lives.
§
To develop their God given abilities so that they
may become more effective members of
the body of Christ – His Church.
§
To discover and prove in everyday experience the
reality and relevance of the Christian life as Christ Himself is allowed to
work in and through their lives by His Holy Spirit.
§
To gain a working knowledge of the Word of God so
that they are better equipped for
daily living and Christian service regardless of their particular occupation.
our aim The
aim of Capernwray Bible
School is to equip students with the
skills needed to study God’s Word for themselves. Students learn to study the
Bible through lectures, research assignments and the leading of small group
Bible studies. The curriculum emphasises devotional and practical aspects to
facilitate personal growth in the Christian life.
We place an emphasis on outreach – sharing the life
of Christ with others. Each student is assigned to a local church and is
involved in the life of that church. As well, at least once per semester, the
whole student body is involved in Prac Week. This is a week of evangelistic
mission enabling the student to participate in the ministries of a church or
para-church organisation, putting into practice what has been learned at the
School. It may include church ministry, school ministry, youth activities and
evangelism in the community.
Capernwray
Torchbearers is evangelical, international and non-denominational.
our history The first
Capernwray Missionary Fellowship Centre (Torchbearers) was Capernwray Hall
in the
north of England.
It opened in 1947 under the ministry of Major W. Ian Thomas, founder of the
Fellowship. The ministry extended to Europe and now
operates in over 22 centres throughout the world.
Each centre functions as a base for evangelism, short-term Bible
Schools, Bible Conferences and camps.
The purpose of the Fellowship is not to establish new groups or
fellowships but to help young men and women become more reliable and effective
in the work of their own home churches and denominations.
The organisation is not primarily interested in the numbers but rather
in the quality of the young people with whom it works.
Capernwray Bible School, Australia
at “Wongabri” began in 1971.
the course Capernwray
Bible School
has 2 semesters per year. Students may attend for one semester or two.
Attendance at lectures is compulsory.
Two
courses are offered:
§ Certificate
II in Basic Lay Ministry
CRICOS
# 019025B
(1 semester)
§
Certificate II in Basic Christian Leadership
CRICOS
# 021805M
(1
semester)
Prerequisite
– Certificate II in Basic Lay Ministry
Courses commence in January and July each year. Each semester consists of
2 terms. Term One is 9 weeks and Term 2 is 10 weeks duration. Term Three is 10
weeks and Term Four is 9 weeks duration.
The course is full time and residential.
The teaching is in modules with each main subject delivered by one
lecturer, complete in one week.
The teaching staff include residential staff as well as guest
lecturers.
The course is VETAB (Vocational Education Training Accreditation Board)
accredited.
The course is AUSTUDY approved.
Students are required to be involved in practical duties in the life of
the community.
outline of course structure
Certificate II in Basic Lay Ministry
CRICOS # 019025B
Bible knowledge is the foundation of the course. Biblical knowledge and
principles must be recognised before they can be applied.
The course consists of 3 modules with are taught concurrently. These
modules are Bible Knowledge, Hermeneutics and Practical Ministries.
1. Bible
Knowledge I
The purpose of this module is to provide the student with a knowledge
of the Bible and understanding of the doctrines of the Christian faith so that,
as Christians, they are competent for lay ministry in church, para-church and
mission organisations.
This module provides knowledge of the teaching and themes of selected
books of the Bible (both Old and New Testaments) and the doctrines of the
Christian faith.
Content
includes:
§
Bible Surveys
§
Books from the Old Testament
§
Books from the New Testament
§
Character Studies
§
Selections from the following doctrines:
·
Salvation
·
The Holy Spirit
·
The Person and Work of Christ
·
The Second Coming
·
Church
·
Worship
At the completion of this module the candidate should be competent to:
§
Identify the theme and purpose of the books of the
Bible
§
Identify the teaching and principles of the books
and the applications to contemporary
situations
§
Summarise the principal doctrines of the Christian
faith
§
Define and explain basic theological terms
2. Hermeneutics
I
The purpose of this module is to
provide students with skills for self-study of the Bible so they can further
increase their Bible knowledge, which is foundational for practical ministries
in Christian organisations. It also aims to develop ongoing skills in personal
Bible study and application.
At the completion of this module the candidate should be competent to:
§
Prepare a verse or word study
§
Produce a study of a passage of Scripture
§
Prepare a Bible study in both outline and
manuscript form
§
Present a Bible study
3. Practical
Ministries I
The purpose of this module is to
provide students with skills in communication, group dynamics, evangelism and
application of Biblical principles to contemporary situations for basic lay
ministry in church, para-church or mission situations.
At the completion of this module the candidate should be competent to:
§
Prepare and present devotions and other public
ministries
§
Lead a small group in group discussion or Bible
study
§
Explain the basis of the Christian faith to a
person who is not a Christian
§
Work in a team to prepare and present a gospel
outreach ministry
§
Compare Biblical standards for living to
contemporary society standards
Students are assigned to local churches for the duration of the course,
and worship at that church. The church leaders assign students to particular
ministries within the church for work experience. There is ongoing consultation
with the student by the Practical Ministries Co-ordinator to enhance and assess
their practical ministry skills.
All students will be involved in a period of evangelistic mission (Prac
Week) with participating churches or para-church organizations. Students are
assigned to a team and work together with School staff to plan and carry out a
mission in consultation with the church or para-church organisation. Skills
required for these workplace experiences will be taught, practiced and assessed
at the School prior to Outreach.
There will be review between staff and students on outreach and mission
experiences to develop practical ministry skills.
Missions is an important part of the course. Visiting missionaries
provide up to date information on the needs and opportunities worldwide. There
are studies on how to approach people of other religions and cultures.
Some students on completion of the course become involved in ministry
through mission organisations.
Certificate II in Basic Christian
Leadership
CRICOS # 021805M (1 Semester)
Prerequisite: Certificate II in Basic Lay Ministry
The Certificate II in Basic Christian Leadership builds on the
foundation laid through the Certificate II in Basic Lay Ministry with an
emphasis on understanding and developing leadership styles and skills.
It gives knowledge of the teaching and themes of selected books of the
Bible (both Old and New Testaments) and the doctrines of the Christian faith
not covered in Bible Knowledge I.
Most weeks there is a lecture on Leadership delivered by the Principal
and includes small group discussion.
1.
Bible
Knowledge II
The purpose of this module is to
provide the student with a knowledge of the Bible and understanding of the
doctrines of the Christian faith so that, as Christians, they are competent for
lay ministry in church, para-church and mission organisations.
This module provides knowledge of the
teaching and themes of selected books of the Bible (both Old and New
Testaments) and the doctrines of the Christian faith different from that in
Bible Knowledge I.
Content includes:
§
Bible Surveys
§
Books from the Old Testament
§
Books from the New Testament
§
Character Studies
§
Selections from the following doctrines:
·
Salvation
·
The Holy Spirit
·
The Person and Work of Christ
·
The Second Coming
·
Church
·
Worship
At the completion of this module the candidate should be competent to:
§
Identify the theme and purpose of books of the
Bible
§
Identify the teaching and principles of the books
and the applications to contemporary situations.
§
Summarise the principal doctrines of the Christian
faith
§
Define and explain basic theological terms
§
Research the Scriptures for the Biblical teaching
and principles on a specific subject.
2. Hermeneutics
II (Leadership)
The purpose of this module is to
provide students with skills for self-study of the Bible so they can further
increase their Bible knowledge, which is foundational for practical ministries
in Christian organisations. It also aims to develop ongoing skills in personal
Bible study and application. The emphasis in this module is the understanding and developing of
leadership skills.
At the completion of this module the candidate should be competent to:
§
Prepare a verse of word study
§
Produce a study of a passage of Scripture.
§
Complete an inductive Bible Study
§
Prepare a manuscript to lead a Bible Study
§
Define styles of leadership and their use in
developing a leadership team.
§
Explain the basic Biblical qualifications of a
leader
§
Understand and apply management skills
§
Explain the levels of conflict and possible resolutions
§
Compare Biblical standards for living to
contemporary society standards
§
Define the process to instigate change
3. Practical
Ministries II
The purpose of this module is to provide students with skills in
communication, group dynamics, evangelism and application of Biblical
principles to contemporary situations for basic Christian leadership in church,
para-church or mission situations.
At the completion of this module the candidate should be competent to:
§
Prepare and present devotions and other public ministry
§
Lead a small group in group discussion or Bible
Study
§
Explain the basis of the Christian faith to a
person who is not a Christian
§
Work in a team to prepare and present a gospel
outreach ministry
§
Apply Biblical standards for living to contemporary
society standards
§
Lead a team to prepare and present a gospel
outreach programme
Students are assigned to local churches for the duration of the course,
and worship at that church. The church leaders assign students to particular
ministries within the church for work experience. There is ongoing consultation
with the student by the Practical Ministries Co-ordinator to enhance and assess
their practical ministry skills.
All students will be involved in a period of evangelistic mission (Prac
Week) with participating churches or para-church organisations. Students are
assigned to a team and work together with School staff to plan and carry out a
mission in consultation with the church or para-church organisation. Skills
required for these workplace experiences will be taught, practiced and assessed
at the School prior to Outreach. Those students in the Basic Christian
Leadership course are expected to take on a leadership role with the oversight
of School staff member. There will be a review between staff and students on
outreach and mission experiences to develop practical ministry skills.
Missions is an important part of the course. Visiting missionaries
provide up to date information on the needs and opportunities worldwide. There
are studies on how to approach people of other religions and cultures. Some
students on completion of the course become involved in ministry through
mission organisations.
assessment strategies
In
the Bible Knowledge module, which has an emphasis on knowledge and
comprehension, the strategy will be research assignments and short tests.
Hermeneutics will be assessed through the production of practical
exercises and projects. Leadership manuals are supplied by the School.
Practical Ministries will be assessed by observation with check lists,
practical exercises, group assessments and group projects. It includes an oral
presentation to group from information gathered by research.
On successful completion of the course students may take up ministry
positions full time of part time in a local church, continue to volunteer
ministry in their home church, join a mission organisation or go on to further
study at Theological colleges or seminaries.
certificates Students who satisfactorily complete the One Semester course
are awarded the Certificate II in Basic
Lay Ministry. Those who satisfactorily complete the Two Semester course are
a