Priests
Online Campus specifically for Catholic priests.
Flexible learning with a global community.
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videos
zoom class
schedule
scholarships
instructors
apply
overview
The Encounter School of Ministry Online Campus is excited to introduce a dedicated cohort exclusively for priests. As shepherds who tirelessly give of themselves to their communities, we recognize the importance of creating a space where priests can be renewed and supported. This unique cohort is designed to foster growth in community with fellow priests who share a desire to dive deeper into the spiritual gifts. Together, we will explore how to deepen intimacy with the Holy Spirit, grow in supernatural ministry, and be equipped to bring the Kingdom of God more powerfully into the lives of those you serve.
Priests can watch the class videos as their schedule allows, and then, once a week, join a live Zoom call with Fr. Graham Keep, along with other priests from around the world to share testimonies, practice the content learned, go through prophetic activations, and pray with one another. The Online Campus is a perfect fit for those living outside driving distance of an on-site campus or whose schedule requires more freedom.
curriculum
The Online Campus for priests follows the same course curriculum as all other campuses. With the flexibility of watching teaching sessions combined with the weekly community connection with other students and facilitator, Fr. Graham Keep, and students across the world, the Online Campus is a perfect fit for those living outside driving distance of an on-site campus, those whose schedule requires more freedom, or priests who would like to be able to grow in community with others.
videos
New class videos are available each week on the student dashboard, taking you through the curriculum with assigned homework practice exercises, extra reading, journal entries or other activities. Watch the two sessions with the flexibility your schedule allows, but completing prior to each weekly live Zoom class. All sessions are taught by our Main Campus instructors and guest instructors. The Online Campus follows the same curriculum as all other ESM campuses.
student dashboard
Every student has access to an online dashboard which can be accessed through a computer or mobile app. The dashboard contains all the class videos, handouts, assignments, quizzes, and student forum.
live zoom class
Each week, you will join a live class through a free video conferencing platform called Zoom. Your dynamic Zoom class will be led by your Online Facilitator and will include prayer, Q&A, activations, and close with small group time in breakout rooms. When you apply, you will have the opportunity to choose a preferred time.
Activations
Activations take what you have learned and put it into action. With the Online Campus, you will have opportunities in small group breakout rooms to share your experiences, pray with others, and activate the supernatural gifts God bestows on you.
small groups
Each live Zoom class will include time with your small group via breakout rooms. Groups get assigned at the beginning of the year, so your small groups will be helping you throughout your journey. You will be able to practice with, pray with, troubleshoot with and enjoy breakthrough with this dynamic small group community.
instructors
facilitators
The online facilitator for the Priest Cohort is Fr. Graham Keep! Facilitators are ESM Alumni who have been certified to lead Zoom classes for the Online Campus. Fr. Graham will be your primary contact and interface for our online students.
courses
Teaching sessions will be administered through the two class videos released each week, and are taught by our Main Campus instructors.
praise
Mondays: Our Online Campus students are invited to join live praise and worship times with fellow classmates at our Main Campus each Monday evening. school worship, including prophetic prayer and testimonies, will be livestreamed from Main Campus between 5:00pm-6:15pm ET during the school year. Replays will available on your student dashboard.
Zoom Classes: The second opportunity for praise and worship during the week is at the beginning of each live Zoom class. Online students will have an opportunity to listen to recorded music, pray together. and share testimonies.
annual calendar
Classes run weekly mid-September through May.
First-year orientation:
Week of September 9th
First Week of Classes:
Week of September 16th
Application Deadline: Oct 1
zoom class times
English Class Times (ET)
Priest Cohort Session
Thursday: 1pm Priests
Course videos
Complete the two class videos released on the student dashboard each week, prior to the live Zoom class.
Scholarships
Automatically, priests receive reduced tuition to attend the Encounter School of Ministry. Tuition is $500 (annual rate) or $600 if paid quarterly ($150 / quarter). However, understanding the impact ESM has had on the priesthood of so many of our students and alumni, we want to make sure that as many priests as possible are able to attend without finances being an impediment.
How to Apply
Check the financial support option on your ESM application.
request info packet
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submit a question
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