Global Theological Education: Connecting Formal and Nonformal Programs

Biblical Higher Ed Talk

Michael Ortiz, the Executive Director of The International Council for Evangelical Theological Education (ICETE), joins the show to discuss current and future developments in global theological education.

Michael unpacks the expanding role of non-formal pastoral training programs, connecting formal and non-formal education sectors, and the importance of global partnerships in equipping the next generation of church leaders.

Learn how biblical higher ed institutions can engage with the broader global church and how your organization can contribute to the advancement of theological education worldwide.

Join us as we discuss:

• [5:02] ICETE’s mission to help facilitate global pastoral training

• [16:32] Connecting formal and nonformal training programs worldwide

• [26:32] Opportunities for developing best practices for theological education

Check out these resources we mentioned during the podcast:

• Register for C-25 in Tirana, Albania (March 3, 2025 - March 7, 2025)

• GACX

• Missio Nexus

• World Evangelical Alliance

• Lausanne

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