Greetings Zion Family,
The Department of Church Growth & Development, in partnership with the Connectional Lay Council, is excited to share that registration is open for our Evangelism Certification Program, beginning September 8, 2026.
This program is designed to equip Christians with the biblical foundation, practical tools, and hands-on experience needed to confidently share their faith, disciple new believers, and train others in evangelism and discipleship.
And this isn’t just another virtual course. Participants will move from learning → practicing → doing through a combination of:
Virtual instruction exploring the biblical, theological, and practical foundations of evangelism
Practical training in apologetics, spiritual preparation, digital ministry, witnessing, discipleship, and local church evangelism
Hands-on, in-person outreach where participants will put newly developed skills into practice in the field
Evangelism & Discipleship Plan development that can be implemented within the participant’s own local church
A culminating Service of Commissioning celebrating successful completion of the program
Download the course brochure for more information. Everyone is welcome to attend and view the course sessions, whether you are pursuing certification or simply want to grow in your understanding and practice of evangelism.
However, participants who wish to receive Evangelism Certification at the conclusion of the program should understand that this is a structured course of study. Attendance will be tracked, assignments will be required, and certification requirements must be successfully completed.
If you are ready to become more confident in sharing your faith, more intentional about making disciples, and better equipped to help your church engage its community, this course is for you.
Course Begins: September 8, 2026
Weekly Virtual Sessions via Zoom
In-Person Evangelism Lab: October 24, 2026
Service of Commissioning: November 8, 2026
Don’t just talk about evangelism. Get equipped to do it.
REGISTER TODAY!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://us.list-manage.com/dBFTAEHZ03A?e=081dc5f242&c2id=d838a9873e8cd73e807adcfb428d3572
DOWNLOAD THE BROCHURE: https://us.list-manage.com/9TvVZIy0xLK?e=081dc5f242&c2id=d838a9873e8cd73e807adcfb428d3572
Yours in Christ,
Rev. Dr. Eleazar Merriweather
Executive Director
Department of Church Growth & Development
The A.M.E. Zion Church