Chaplaincy Training & Beyond

The Believers Fellowship

The House of Healing International Ministries Believers Fellowship is a non-denominational 501c3 nonprofit organization and parachurch that is committed to mutual growth in God and leadership development that best serves our local and global communities. Our online leadership development programs are designed to help you gain spiritual growth through chaplaincy, basic biblical studies to more in-depth theological studies that encompass biblical hermeneutics, foundational truths, ethics, missions, community, and congregational care.  After reviewing the below information, if you have any questions, please submit them to hohimbf@gmail.com.

Why Chaplaincy? 

Chaplaincy offers a universal ministry that transcends religious boundaries, providing compassionate support and spiritual care to people from all faiths and backgrounds. Unlike denominational church leadership, which is dedicated to guiding members within a specific religious tradition, chaplaincy aims to understand and honor interfaith beliefs without requiring you to compromise your personal theology. Church leaders should consider chaplaincy vital as it extends their ministry's reach, fosters community connections, and serves as a useful tool in evangelism. Embrace the universal impact of chaplaincy to enrich your church's mission and serve a broader audience with love and compassion.

Chaplaincy Training 

Ordained Chaplaincy provides a strong foundation in biblical education and ministerial training, equipping you with skills in spiritual support, compassionate care, human dignity, human rights, and ethical leadership.

Humanist Chaplaincy offers training in compassionate care, human worth, dignity, human rights, and ethical practices, providing guidance from a non-religious perspective to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all.

Chaplaincy Ordination Prerequisites

The Believer’s Fellowship, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are valued and respected. Our organization stands firmly against discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or national origin. Under the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, religious organizations have the autonomy to define the qualifications for ordination. At the Believer's Fellowship, candidates for ordination must adhere to the theological principles of the Bible to be eligible for ordination.

Associate and Bachelor Degrees of Biblical Studies 

The Believer's Fellowship has partnered with Hadassah International, an online campus of Anchor Theological Seminary and Bible Institute, to offer nongovernmental accredited instruction for the associate and bachelor's degrees in biblical studies.

Student Requirements and Policies

To ensure a smooth learning experience, all students must have access to a desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or mobile phone equipped with a working camera, microphone, and speakers. Internet access is essential for using platforms such as Facebook, Google, Zoom, and YouTube. Additionally, students must create an email account that includes their first and last name, followed by any series of numbers, for submitting assignments.

When attending online classes with cameras enabled or profile pictures visible, students are required to maintain a presentable and professional appearance. Solicitation is strictly prohibited; neither students nor teachers may promote events unrelated to The House of Healing International Ministries Believers Fellowship.

Attendance is crucial. Students with three or more unexcused absences per course will be withdrawn from the current semester and invited to complete the course in the immediately following semester, with paid tuition applied accordingly. Requests for excused absences must be emailed to the instructor, and additional homework will be assigned to receive full credit.

Homework assignments must be submitted by the dates listed on the syllabus. Late assignments should be turned in by the date of the next assignment. Students must complete all assignments to be eligible for graduation.

Disclaimer

The Believer's Fellowship and its Board Members do not assume legal responsibility for your future success. We make no promises or guarantee that our ministerial leadership development program will secure employment or be recognized by other organizations. Each employer, religious group, and educational institution has the authority to set its own qualifications. It is your responsibility to investigate the prerequisites for your future endeavors. The Believer's Fellowship reserves the right to update any statements on this site regarding academic policies and procedures as necessary.