Missions Track

Every follower of Jesus is called to be a part of the Great Commission, to go into all the world and make disciples. This is the driving passion of the Missions Track

The Missions student will pursue a vibrant, growing relationship with God, a servant heart, a Spirit-filled life, and full surrender to the Lordship of Jesus in order to be positioned to take the gospel into the world. Students will learn to understand and reflect the heart of God to people of every culture and begin to implement a missional lifestyle. Students will study biblical ways to reach people of every world view that will allow them to respect, honor, embrace, and value every culture, and see the image of God in each person they have the privilege of serving.

In the past, missions usually meant traveling to other countries. Today the cultures of the world are found on our doorstep - what an opportunity! Understanding this, we study principles and strategies for going across the street or across the ocean and spend time during the course of study putting those principles into practice.

“Being a part of The School of Ministry has opened my eyes to how differently people think and act, and how humble I need to be…”

Student class of 2024

Courses Required for Graduation

• New Testament Survey

• A History of Missions: The Book of Acts Until Today

• Character and Leadership Skills of a Missionary

• A Biblical Approach to Poverty and Cross-Cultural Ministry

• Building a Team That Leaves a Legacy

• “Walk the Talk”: Practical Advice for Every Ministry Leader

• Glocal Evangelism, Preaching and Teaching

• Ministry Toolkit: Prayer, Authority and Spiritual Warfare

• Christian Theology

• Mistakes, Missteps and a New Way Forward

• Internship Year 1 and Year 2

The East River School of Ministry is not an accredited college. Coursework and completion certificates may not transfer to accredited academic agencies. Students who are considering transferring to an accredited college should thoroughly investigate their transfer options prior to enrolling in the ERF SOM.

**Ministry opportunities may be presented outside of the Hillsboro, Oregon area. All travel is at the expense of the student including airfare, living arrangements, food, passports, etc. as an additional expense to tuition. ERF SOM will follow all travel restrictions as presented by the United States and other governments. Travel abroad is not guaranteed.