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CICW Cultural Values in Ministry Microcredential

  • Mon, Apr 20, 2026

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This online, asynchronous course equips leaders of all types of ministries with practical tools for relating well to people from a variety of cultures. The course takes 10-12 hours to complete, done at your own pace and timing over a two week period.

Join a cohort of learners from around the globe  to explore this topic from April 20-May 1, 2026.

Understanding and respecting cultural differences is key to a healthy ministry. Participants will generate self-awareness, humility, curiosity, and 鈥渙ther orientation鈥 through the understanding of cultural values.

With wisdom shared from scholars such as Pennylyn Dykstra-Pruim, David I. Smith, and John D. Witvliet, among others, the course, created by , is online and asynchronous but includes interaction between students and guided discussion by the faculty leader.

Those who complete the course will earn a digital badge, Cultural Values in Ministry, to validate their learning.

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

  • Name and recognize the differences of five cultural values.

  • Analyze how these cultural values influence individuals' behaviors, perspectives, expectations, and choices, particularly related to church ministries.

  • Explain interpersonal techniques to communicate and collaborate well with people from varying cultural orientations.

  • Registration costs $100 per individual. Register 3 or more people from your team to receive a 50% off rate (coupon code: GROUP50).

Contact continuingstudies@calvin.edu for more information.

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