Multiplying Laborers for the Urban Harvest

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Table of Contents	1
Letter from the Director of The Urban Ministry Institute	3
What Is The Urban Ministry Institute?	5
World Impact, Inc.: Our Parent Organization	9
Of Whose Spirit Are We? A Primer on Why We Seek to Retrieve the Great Tradition for the City Church	15
Our Distinctive: Advancing the Kingdom among the Urban Poor	23
Our Vision: Multiplying Laborers for the Urban Harvest	31
Why Develop Extension Centers for Theological Education?	33
What Is a Satellite of The Urban Ministry Institute?	39
Common Objections and Misconceptions about Starting an Institute in Your Community	41
Making the Case: Seven Solid Reasons Why Creating an Institute Makes Sense	43
Counting the Cost: Questions to Answer Before You Start Your Institute	45
The Strategic Role of the Local Church in Your Institute	47
The Role of Ministry in Your Institute	49
So, You Are Ready to Launch Your Institute - How Do You Begin?	53
The Process from A to Z	55
Appendices	61
Appendix 1 - World Impact: An Urban Christian Missions Organization	65
Appendix 2 - The History of The Urban Ministry Institute	67
Appendix 3 - World Impact’s Affirmation of Faith Statement	69
Appendix 4 - Overview of The Urban Ministry Institute’s Structure and Strategy	71
Appendix 5 - How to Access Information and Materials on Our Web Site	77
Appendix 6 - The Role and Responsibilities of the Site Coordinator	79
Appendix 7 - Estimated Fees to Start Your Satellite and First Class	81
Appendix 8 - Why a Mission Statement Is Necessary	87
Appendix 9 - Articles and Bylaws of Your Institute	93
Appendix 10 - The Key Components of “In Context” Theological Education	101
Appendix 11 - Stages of the Learning Process	103
Appendix 12 - How to Select Your Institute’s Curriculum	105
Appendix 13 - Curricula for Your Program Design	107
Appendix 14 - Our Certificate and Diploma Program Options	117
Appendix 15 - Ways to Schedule Your Training Programs	129
Appendix 16 - How to Select and Orient Your Faculty	131
Appendix 17 - A Basic Introduction to Record Keeping at Your Satellite	157
Appendix 18 - How to Serve Your Student Body	161
Appendix 19 - Recording Your Students’ Courses and Grades	193
Appendix 20 - The Satellite Advantage: Why You Should Become a Satellite of The Urban Ministry Institute	223
Appendix 21 - Steps and Forms to Become a Satellite of The Urban Ministry Institute	225
Appendix 22 - Sample Promotional Materials	245
Appendix 23 - How to Arrange a Visit from The Urban Ministry Institute’s Faculty or Staff	253
Appendix 24 - How to Ensure Your Institute’s Continued Success	255
Appendix 25 - A Sampling of Our Resources	257
Student Transfer Guidelines	259

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