Preachers' Equipping Program
Graduates of the Preachers’ Equipping Program hold an ECTE-accredited Level 5 Diploma in Preaching Ministry.
Program overview
From biblical foundations to the pulpit — a two-yeardiploma for church preachers.
Moldova’s evangelical churches need trained, biblically grounded preachers. The Preachers’ Equipping Program (PEP) is a two-year, part-time diploma that meets that need — equipping active church workers with solid theology, hermeneutical skill, and practical preaching ability, without requiring them to leave their ministry or community.
Who it is for
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Pastors, Deacons and Church Elders
People who preach regularly but have had no formal theological training -
Church Elders
People serving in rural or underserved regions who cannot relocate for full-time study -
Young believers
People who sense a calling to preaching ministry and want to be properly equipped -
Students
People who completed the Biblical & Spiritual Basics certificate and want to develop their preaching abilities.
Programme Advantages
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Eight intensive modules yearly
Flexible one-week modules fit busy ministry schedules throughout the year -
Accessible across Moldova and beyond
Designed for pastors and leaders in towns, villages, and beyond. -
Taught by Experienced Faculty
UDG faculty and guest pastors teach practical, trusted, ministry-focused preaching. -
ECTE Level 5 Accreditation
Moldova’s only ECTE-accredited Level Five preaching programme for church leaders.
What you will learn
General competencies
Effective Communication
Communicate clearly and coherently in writing and speech, accessible to diverse audiences
Teamwork
Collaborate with other church leaders to achieve shared goals
Time Management
Manage time well across sermon preparation, study, and ministry responsibilities
Professional Ethics
Apply ethical principles in all aspects of preaching ministry and community life
Self Learning
Search, evaluate, and use information independently for ongoing professional growth
Professional competencies you will graduate with:
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Biblical & Doctrinal Foundation
Understand and integrate fundamental biblical and systematic theological teaching into ministry -
Духовная формация
Cultivate integrity, humility, and a deep, healthy relationship with God. -
Biblical Interpretation
Interpret Scripture accurately using sound hermeneutical principles and methods. -
Preaching
Prepare and deliver sermons that explain Scripture and speak to life today.
Curriculum
Course
Credits (ECTS)
Introduction to the Preaching Ministry
3
Герменевтика
3
Homiletics I: The Expository Sermon
3
The Art of Communication
3
Апологетика
3
Homiletics II: The Occasional Sermon
3
Homiletics III: The Occasional Sermon
3
Autodidactic Skills II
3
Ready for the first year?
Graduates of the Preachers’ Equipping Program hold an ECTE-accredited Level 5 Diploma in Preaching Ministry.