School of Ministry

The Oakland Church School of Ministry is a two-year program comprised of Bible education, hands-on ministry experience, leadership development and spiritual enrichment.

Head pastors Dominic and Amira Russo leading a service at Oakland church in Rochester, Michigan

The Mission

Our aim is to prepare people to spread the gospel of Jesus and advance His kingdom.

What To Expect

The class consists of six-week sessions held for five terms per year, with breaks in the summer and over Christmas. We use a series of lectures, workshops, well-known ministry video teaching and more,  covering the Old Testament through New Testament. A new class begins with the Winter term each February.

Upon Completion

Upon completion, you will be prepared, equipped and energized to use your deeper understanding of the Word and leadership talents to reach others in the church, in our community, and around the  world!

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Preparing people to spread the love of Jesus & advance His kingdom!

Meeting Times

We meet on Tuesdays from 7:00 - 9:15pm when class is in session. The inaugural “Pioneer” class met virtually, but we are transitioning to in-person sessions held at the church.

Cost

Cost for the 2023 class will be $75 per six-week session, which includes the cost of books.

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