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We are excited about Hosting the Institute of Ministry
this summer at Strawberry Lake.  It is designed to awaken the spirit of the believer to understand the power of the Holy Spirit that the Lord Jesus Christ has made available to each of us. Students of all ages and denominational backgrounds will come together, far removed from the distractions of the world, to study God’s Word and be instructed by seasoned ministers of the Gospel.  The Bible will come alive and you will be encouraged to hear the Word, and to do the Word. A life-changing experience is awaiting you at the I.O.M. At the end of the ten-week ministry training school, you will receive an “Able Minister” diploma, qualifying you for ministry opportunities. This will be the Institute Of Ministries 94th class, and has graduated over 5000 students since the start of I.O.M. There has been many great ministries that have been birthed through this school. 

2 Cor. 3:6 (KJV)
Who also hath made us able ministers of the new testament; not of the letter, but of the spirit: for the letter killeth, but the spirit giveth life.

 

Along with experiencing the Spiritual presence of God through this ten-week ministry training school, you will also have the opportunity to experience God's presence in the heart of his creation. Northern Minnesota is truly God's country.

 


We welcome Robert and Dolores Balla
to Strawberry Lake. Dolores has served as Dean of our IOM School of Ministry in 200 and will serve as our Dean for this 2008 season. We are greatly blessed to have the Ballas at Strawberry Lake.

 

 

Registration is open now - and classes will begin on June 16th. Your application must be approved before that date. Please call for further information at 218-983-3217, and ask for Ron or Karen.  These ten weeks will absolutely change your life YOU WILL NEVER BE THE SAME!

God is drawing us to a higher height in our faith-walk with Him,
especially in this critical time we live in. 
We can choose to walk in faith and victory, not in defeat and fear.
Get ready for a whole new encounter with God this year.

Be refreshed in 2008!
 

 

Our worship leaders and Camp Pastors this summer for I.O.M. will be Bob and Donna Cavenee. The Cavenees bring many years of experience in leading people into the presence of God.

 

 

Brother Gerald Derstine,
Founder of the I.O.M.
will be a featured teacher;
his teaching includes;

  Supernatural Living  
  The Holy Spirit  
  Faith Dynamics  
  Kingdom Living  
  Family Relationships  
And current up-dates on churches in Romania, Israel and the Middle East.

Check the speaker schedule to view some of the anointed teachers we have planed for our 2008 season!

 

Curriculum

 

The program of study listed is for the 10 week-IOM session. These courses, taught by Front-Line teachers and ministers, can help you to “find your place, and be functioning in the Body of Christ.”

Victory over a self centered life:

The purpose of this course is to gain a heart and mind that is free of all conflict, enriching your relationship with others and God.

Prayer:

Prayer, communion with God and its purpose and power will be discussed and demonstrated through this dynamic course.

Supernatural Living:

This course views supernatural living through the nine gifts of the Holy Spirit and How to establish a new intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit.

Doctrine of the Holy Spirit:

This course focuses on the Biblical doctrine of the Holy Spirit with special attention to His ministries, gifts and fruits as it affects the functioning of the Body of Christ.

Apostolic Evangelism:

This course is designed to give practical understanding and training in evangelism. It focuses the student on the apostolic method of evangelism, which is “fishing with a net” vs. “fishing with a single line.”

Worship in the New Testament:

Thanksgiving, praise and worship are vital for the New Testament Christian and taught in this course with emphasis on whom we worship and why we worship Him.

Introduction to Missions:

Intended to provide a basic introduction to Christian Missions with emphasis on the theology of missions from Pentecost to Present.

Biblical Principles of Business:

A study of how businesses should be run according to the Creator of all Management rules 

Faith Dynamics:

Living a life of victory, power and sufficiency requires faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. This course discusses in detail the dynamics of faith and their relationship to the believer.

 

    FOR THE STUDENT

  • Personal discipleship

  • Student body outreach ministry

  • Unconventional soul winning

  • Weekly seminars with dynamic speakers

  • Bible studies

  • Ministry team trips

    HANDS-ON TRAINING IN MANY AREAS

  • Altar ministry

  • Prayer ministry

  • Worship Ministry

  • Five Fold Ministry

   RECREATION

  • Swimming

  • Volleyball

  • Picnic Areas

  • Canoeing

  • Water Skiing

  • Nature Trails

Enrollment

The next I.O.M. session begins June 16th to August 15th, 2008.  Spend ten Spirit filled weeks in Biblical Studies. Maximize your Leadership Potential and Develop your Faith that will last a life time.

 

If you start now, you will be ready for the 2008 session!!

 

To apply, please fill out the form below

and you will be contacted

 

Please write or call us for any information you need, remember school starts soon 

email: revrick49@aol.com

Tel: 218-983 3217

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Postal address:  33991 Victory Way Dr. Ogema, MN 56569
Telephone: (218) 983-3217
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