CERTIFIED

AG History, Mission, & Governance

Overview of the Assemblies of God credentialing process, leadership structures, pastoral responsibilities, and the four-fold declaration of purpose.

This course provides students with a thorough understanding of the credentialing process in the Assemblies of God and the credential-holder's relationship with both district and national leadership structures. Students will also explore the relationship between individual pastors and congregations with Assemblies of God leadership, while gaining insights into the pastor's executive role in leading a church. Additionally, students will develop the ability to articulate the four-fold Assemblies of God declaration of purpose, as outlined in the General Council Constitution.

COURSE INSTRUCTORS

VIDEO Instructor

DANIEL ISGRIGG, PH.D.

Daniel Isgrigg, Ph.D. is Associate Professor and Pentecostal Historian at Oral Roberts University. He has been an Assemblies of God minister for over 20 years. His research interests are early Pentecostalism, the Tulsa Race Massacre, and Oral Roberts.

Some of his publications include Pentecost in Tulsa: The Revivals and Race Massacre that Shaped the Pentecostal Movement in Tulsa, Imagining the Future: the Origin, Development, and Future of Assemblies of God Eschatology, Receiving Scripture in the Pentecostal Tradition, as well as many articles on a variety of topics. See all publications here.

Daniel received a B.A from Oral Roberts University in 2000 and a M.A. in Theological & Historical Studies from ORU in 2007. In 2017, Daniel earned a PhD in Pentecostal History at Bangor University, Wales UK.

LIVE Instructor

Rev. Nikil Adwalpalker

Nik Adwalpalker has been in full time ministry for over 25 years and is an Ordained Minister with Assemblies of God Fellowship, USA. Nik’s prior pastoral ministry experience includes serving as both a Youth and Associate Pastor. Currently, Nik serves as the Lead Pastor of Throggs Neck Community Church, a vibrant, multiethnic congregation located in The Bronx, New York City. Additionally, Nik is the Presbyter for the BMW (Bronx/Manhattan/Lower Westchester) Section as well as an endorsed leadership coach for the New York Ministry Network of the Assemblies of God.

Nik’s greatest passions are knowing God, connecting with family, communicating God’s Word, encouraging the local church, developing leaders, playing drums and watching NY Mets baseball. Nik has been married to his one and only love, Susan, for over 24 years. Together, they have 3 children, Mya, Isaiah and Lukas and an adorable, yet rambunctious Chocolate Lab named Harley.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I start the course?

Whenever you want! LEADSOM is designed to let the student learn at their own pace. The only element of the course that has a specific date is the Live Session, which is offered 3 times per year, with the student only required to attend 1.

What happens if I have a question or need help?

You can ask your Live Instructor! Although LEADSOM classes are entirely online, that doesn't mean you're on your own. Every class has a subject matter expert who is available to answer questions and provide any help necessary. Additionally, they will grade your final projects as well as lead the Live Session discussion, so you will get to know them well.

I've already taken some Berean courses, do I get credit for them in LEADSOM?

Yes! All LEADSOM courses have a Berean equivalent so if you've already started your credentialing journey and want to continue with LEADSOM you can do that. In fact, on every course page you will be able to see the Berean equivalent. If you have any questions, just contact our registrar and submit your courses for a review.