Foursquare Culture & Doctrine
A 16-week online course designed to prepare students academically, spiritually, and practically for ministerial licensing through The Foursquare Church.
Prepare for Your Call to Ministry
This course provides a guided pathway to licensing, combining academic instruction, professor-led coaching, and a supportive cohort experience.
Students complete the licensing requirements, including their official licensing interview, during the course.
Course Highlights
- 16-week online course offered Fall and Spring
- Professor-led coaching and cohort learning
- Additional support from Foursquare’s national coaching team
- Official licensing interview during Week 15
- Complete licensing requirements within the course
Benefits of Ministerial Licensing
Ministerial Recognition
Recognition as a credentialed Foursquare minister.
Ministry Opportunities
Opportunities for pastoral leadership, chaplaincy, missions, and community ministry.
Pastoral Duties
Authorization to perform weddings, funerals, and other pastoral duties, subject to applicable requirements.
Foursquare Resources
Access to Foursquare’s pastoral networks, resources, and training.
Pathway to Ordination
A pathway toward ordination.
Eligibility
- Undergraduate students within 45 units of completing their bachelor’s degree
- Graduate students
- External participants seeking Foursquare licensing
Who Should Consider This Course?
Individuals sensing a call to pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, missions, or other forms of vocational or volunteer ministry leadership.
Exclusive Student Benefits
Current LPU students enrolled for academic credit receive:
Discount on the licensing application fee
Discount on the first-year credential fee