APMF AND APLA
One of the ways APMF (Asia Pacific Mission Foundation) helps ICOC (International Churches of Christ) Philippines is through the Professional Development Allowance given to church leaders. This is used to enroll in classes that will help them gain stronger leadership skills and a deeper knowledge of the scriptures.
The Asia Pacific Leadership Academy (APLA) is one of these schools. The academy was founded by Gordon Ferguson and is now headed by Dr. Rolan Monje. The goal is for every church leader to gain a diploma from APLA, thereby equipping these dynamic leaders to teach, admonish and inspire.
Thirty-four church leaders have already earned their diplomas while new church leaders are trained as congregations multiply and grow.
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VISION AND PURPOSE
For the earth will be full of the knowledge of the LORD as the waters cover the sea – Isaiah 11:9
The ICOC Asia Pacific Region, which encompasses Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, Guam, and the Philippines, is in dire need of leadership training to keep up with their growing population of more than 300 million people. The Board of Directors has funded a number of projects in these countries including APLA.
PHILOSOPHY
Our approach in the Academy incorporates elements of several types of learning situations into one. First, the teaching approach used will be more akin to that of a ministry training school than a seminary. Both cover similar material, but the former focuses more on the practical application of material than on the academic aspects of it.
Second, advance assignments will be broken down into several sections. Each section will include: reading from a primary book on the subject; research papers; formal reviews of assigned material; guided group discussions; and tests. A diploma is awarded after a three or four day seminar setting and passing a final cumulative exam.
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MEET THE TEACHERS
Gordon led many churches across the United States and wrote more than a dozen books. He is now retired and has great fun being a grandfather.
Dr. Monje plays the piano,
loves karaoke, and is a master at pingpong. He and his wife Weng have two daughters, Yana and Stefi.
Prof. Rommel collects fantasy and sci-fi novels with his kids, enjoys both Star Wars and Star Trek movies, and loves to play badminton. He and his wife Faye have a daughter, Cilque Dawn, and a son, Cian Gabren.
TESTIMONIALS
“Learning in APLA is really inspiring. The teaching is solid and the Q&A sessions are very practical. And the community is full of love.”
Kelvin | Shenzhen, China
"To me the most helpful part is to see God’s love throughout thousands and thousands of years. The great forgiveness and patience of God to his people really amazes me."
Chivin, Campus Intern | Phnom Penh, Cambodia
"I was three months pregnant when I first enrolled in APLA. Physically, it was a bit challenging. However, it was worth it because I had a great time learning together with my husband. It helped me to have a deeper relationship with God and understanding about the Bible. I thank Gordon and the team who sacrificed to make APLA possible."
Tarn, Businesswoman and Housew ife | Bangkok, Thailand
"I was especially impacted by Gordon’s lesson on God’s grace. Enrolling for this course has indeed been a blessing to me and has made me grow in my love and knowledge of God. "
Orwen, Lawyer | Cebu, Philippines
Contact Info
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