Providing a theological education pathway for Churches of Christ around the world
"I had long hoped to pursue a graduate degree in ministry or theology, but the lack of local opportunities and the cost of studying in the United States had prevented me from doing so. God truly opened doors for me through you, for which I am extremely grateful."--Justin, current GCS student, Lausanne, Switzerland
DONATE AND SUPPORT GCS
For the future growth and maturity of congregations outside the US, congregations need access to solid biblical teaching taught by professors in schools supportive of Restoration Movement perspectives. These are often the same congregations that lack the resources necessary to make this training available. GCS is looking for individuals, organizations and congregations willing to help. It is a spiritual and financial investment in the individual students. It is an investment in the congregations who will benefit from these students and church leaders being trained. It is an investment in the kingdom of God.
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If you are interested in this investment into the kingdom of God and want to receive more information on how to sponsor a student, fill out the form available on our contacts page.
SPONSORS
GCS is looking to expand a network of sponsors willing to support students financially and maintain ties to students, helping ensure their success through the GCS Pathway. GCS Sponsors can be churches, organizations, groups, or individuals.
"I have been involved with GCS since the initial idea was shaped into what it is. I was convinced then and now that GCS can have as much of an impact on the global church as in the last hundred years of our missionary work."
- a sponsoring elder from Virginia
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"Our missionary felt a need to increase his Biblical knowledge as well as his ministry skills.
We were delighted to partner with GSC to help him become a more effective church leader."
- a sponsoring elder from Tennessee
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"Helping train leaders around the world gives us a sense of satisfaction that we are making a difference."
- a donor from Oklahoma
TIERS OF INVOLVEMENT
Level 1: Prayer Partner -We would love to connect you with a student and share their name, ministry, and progress. We encourage your congregation—or at least its leaders—to commit to praying regularly for this student and their ministry.
Level 2: 1213 Partner - Paul writes in Romans 12:13 to contribute to the needs of the saints. As a 1213 Partner, you will be grouped with other 1213 Partners who can occasionally provide funds for specific needs. Students need laptops, batteries, chargers, costs for visas, costs for exams, textbooks, e-readers, and other things that your church could help cover. GCS asks students to cover these costs themselves as part of their commitment to their education, but life circumstances sometimes get in the way and they don’t have the financial means to cover a time-sensitive need. When a need arises, GCS will email all 1213 Partners asking for the specific cost for the specific need. These needs will typically be lower in cost, but even these small contributions can enrich the lives of GCS students.
Level 3: Partial Sponsor - At this level, sponsors will be connected with a student to supply whatever amount they can provide each year. We typically raise funds over the summer that apply to the full school year. Partial sponsors provide any amount under $2,000 each year, but their support goes to the same student every year.
Level 4: Full Sponsor - At this level, a church fully sponsors the Master's program of a GCS student. For $2,000 a year, for 5 years, a church can fully fund an international Christian leader.
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Contact Caleb Dillinger at calebjdillinger@gmail.com for more information.