Education for Ministry (EfM) lives at the School of Theology of the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee. It is a unique four-year, small-group formation program based on study …

Education for Ministry (EfM) a distance-learning program of the School of Theology at the University of the South, Sewanee, Tennessee. It is a college level course for lay persons. No …

What was once known as Theological Education by Extension became EfM—Education for Ministry. EfM believes that through five core practices utilized in small group seminars creates …

A new voice has been added – EfM: Wide Angle. Wide-Angle takes a narrative approach and introduces participants to the EfM Classic by touching on elements of all four years of the …

Apr 2, 2025 · To differentiate the existing program from new offerings, beginning in September the traditional course will be called EfM: Classic. A new, one-year course that offers students a …

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EfM, “Education for Ministry” or “Exploring Faith Matters,” is a mentor-guided small group adult theological study program for lay people that provides tools to help explore faith and discern …

Apr 2, 2025 · Originally called Theological Education by Extension, EfM was developed in the mid-1970s by theology professor Charles Winters at the University of the South’s School of …

Jul 23, 2025 · Education for Ministry (EfM) stands as a transformative journey in theological education, designed to empower lay Christians in their call to ministry. Developed by the …

The Education for Ministry (EfM) program is a course of study which takes place in groups of 6-12 participants. The program focuses on theological reflection, small-group engagment, and …