Spring 2008 Schedule

SPRING 2008 CLASS SCHEDULE
MONDAYS 2-5pm	Relational Outreach
THURSDAYS 2-5pm	Theology of Competition
EXTENSION CLASSES	Sports Outreach Ministry Leadership Relational Outreach

Sports Outreach Ministry Leadership
Taught by: Bob Schindler, CSO Director of Leadership Development
Tuition: $300 Location: Charlotte

Sports Outreach & the Local Church
Taught by Bob Schindler, CSO Director of Leadership Development
Tuition: $300 Location: Charlotte

Sports Outreach Ministry Leadership - Extension Class
Tuition: $175 plus shipping & handling
Location: Anywhere

Relational Outreach - Extension Class
Tuition: $175 plus shipping & handling
Location: Anywhere

To enroll, download the registration form below and email it the Leadership Center at LC@csosports.org. Contact LC@csosports.org for registration deadlines.

     CSO Class Registration Form




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2007-2008 Classes

2007-2008 CLASS SCHEDULE
FALL 2007	Sports Outreach Ministry Leadership Sports Outreach & the Local Church
SPRING 2008	Relational Outreach Theology of Competition
SUMMER 2008	Building a Sports Outreach Ministry Team History & Biblical Basis of Sports Outreach
EXTENSION CLASSES (offered every quarter)	Sports Outreach Ministry Leadership Relational Outreach

To enroll, download the registration form below and email it to the Leadership Center at LC@csosports.org.

     CSO Class Registration Form


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Extension Classes FAQ

What is an extension class?
Extension simply means you do not need to sit in the classroom in Charlotte, NC to take CSO classes. With extension classes, you gain the benefit and learning experience of various CSO courses from the convenience of your home or office.

How do they work?
You will listen to one DVD class session each week and complete any assignments given in that week. Each week you will then participate in an hour-long conference call with the teacher of the class, along with all other extension students currently taking that same class.

Who is a prospective CSO Extension Course student?

• Church staff looking for more training and development
• Church member looking for more training in outreach or sports ministry
• Church sports leader

Why take an extension class?
Here is what extension student Dan Hammer has to say about his experience taking CSO classes via extension. Dan is the OARS Director at Riva Trace Baptist Church in Davidsonville, Maryland:

"Extension classes have been a great help to me as I work to help get our sports and recreation ministry, OARS, off the ground. It has been a blessing to be able to consistently connect with other people who have been called to the same ministry as I have and to continually pray with them and draw on their experience while sharing mine. I was also blessed to be taught by Bob Schindler, who is a blessed teacher whom has a vibrant passion for doing relational outreach through sports. I have thoroughly enjoyed the two extension classes I have taken thus far through CSO, value the life long friendships that I have formed because of them, and look forward to continuing my relationship with CSO for many years to come."

How much does it cost?
$175 plus the shipping cost for your materials. This price includes: the use of DVDs (if not returned, they cost an extra $75), a binder with class syllabus and notes, a CD with class syllabus and notes. (Note: the weekly conference call may be an added cost if you do not have a free long distance service on your phone. This call lasts 1 hour each week.)

How do I get involved?
To enroll in an extension class, please download the Class Registration Form below. Once you've completed the form, please email it to the Leadership Center (LC@csosports.org).

     CSO Class Registration Form


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CSO Leadership Center Curriculum

1. Sports Outreach Ministry Leadership
   
   • The Marks of a Leader, a Ministry Leader, and a Sports Outreach Leader -- focusing on the #1 job of a Sports Outreach Leader & how to make sure it happens
   • The differences among mission, vision, philosophy & strategy while developing each of these for a Sports Outreach Ministry
   • The Milestones for transitioning an existing Recreational Ministry to a Sports Outreach Ministry
   • The essentials of good Vision Casting
     
     
2. Relational Outreach
   • The three styles of evangelism
   • The biblical basis of relational outreach
   • Recognizing the three stages of relational outreach
   • Addressing people in each of these stages, particularly in a sports context
   • Training others to do relational outreach
   • All within the context of doing relational outreach as part of the class
   
   
3. Building a Sports Outreach Ministry Team
• The various styles of leaders and determining your style
• Deciding the kinds of people you need for a Leadership Team
• Recruiting a Leadership Team
• Recruiting Coaches
• Coaches Training and developing coaches for sports outreach
• Value of teams
• Developing coaches for sports outreach
  
4. Sports Outreach and the Local Church
   • The mission and vision of the local church
   • The leadership structures of the local church and working within them
   • The unique contribution of Sports Outreach to the Local Church
   • The unique contribution of the Local Church to Sports Outreach
   • Avoiding the problems of "ministry exaltation" or "ministry humiliation" in the local church
     
     
5. Theology of Competition
   • Is competition good or evil?
   • Does God care who wins?
   • How marks a mature Christian in athletic competition?
   • What does it mean to compete for the glory of God?
     
     
6. History of Sports Ministry
   • What are the roots of Sports Ministry?
   • Who are the key players in the development of Sports Ministry?
   • How has the Local Church responded to Sports Ministry?
   • Where do the para-church Sports Ministries fit in the big picture?
   • How does this history affect Sports Ministry in the Local Church today?
     

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Meet Our Leadership Center Students

	Tim Briggs "I've always had a love for sports and knew that I wanted to pursue a career dealing with sports. I had thoughts of working at a YMCA or a local Parks and Recreation, but in the Spring of 2003 I was introduced to the field of Sports Ministry and... read more
	Brian Martin "My experience thus far in the internship and through my studies in the Leadership Center have been a true blessing! The key is that the internship and the classes that I have taken are designed to be... read more
	Courtney Schnee "The Leadership Center has been the most influential training I've received not only in sports outreach but in Christian leadership and Theology as well. I feel very equipped and impassioned to lead in a Sports Outreach and Leadership setting... read more
	Scott Tyson "Beyond the power of God, all ministry leaders need help and encouragement. Unfortunately, there is not much support available for those involved Sports Outreach Ministry. CSO's Leadership Center can more than fill this void by offering tremendous training and personalized attention... read more
	Suzanne Voigt "The Leadership Center and the people that I grew to cherish during my time studying there, will forever be a turning point in my life. I went from not understanding God's direction to diving in head first in the passions which he has stirred up in me... read more
	Jenny Young "The CSO Leadership Center has been transformational in my understanding about sports outreach ministry with its unique approach of working in the local church, mentoring, and classes that have taught and challenged me both in ministry and personally... read more
	Ryan Borowicz "Through CSO, I was introduced to a network of other Sports Outreach Directors that were instrumental in helping me get this ministry off the ground. I have also participated in two of CSO's [extension] classes that have been excellent at helping me to grasp the big picture of what the sports ministry's role can be in impacting the local community and building the bridge between the un-churched and Appleton Alliance Church."
	Greg Hughes "I have benefited from the Leadership classes through the practical nature of what is taught. I can apply what I learn right away. There is no other organization that I have found that combines the sports aspects and the outreach into one cohesive instructional curriculum like CSO does... read more
	Dan Hammer "The biggest benefit for being involved with the Leadership Center classes is learning from those who have gone before you and growing with those who are walking beside you in Sports Ministry. The guidance, experience, and support the Leadership Center provides is invaluable and a God given blessing for any sports ministry no matter how new or old it is... read more

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How Do I Enroll?

1. Download the Class Registration form:

     CSO Class Registration Form

2. Complete the registration form and save it to your computer.

3. Email the registration form to the Leadership Center (LC@csosports.org).


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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are prospective students?

• Sports Ministers who want to become Sports Outreach Pastors
• Church volunteers in Sports Ministry who want to explore a possible career move or become more equipped to do Sports Outreach Ministry
• Seminary Students who want to become Sports Outreach Pastors or learn about Sports Outreach Ministry
• Sports Ministers in parachurch ministries who want to change focus and become Sports Outreach Pastors in a local church

How much will the classes cost?
Classes cost $100 per credit hour plus books.

What do the internships involve?
Internships involve working approximately 10 hours per week in a local church in Sports Outreach and being mentored weekly for approximately 2 hours each week.

How much time are you talking about for a student?

Full-Time Schedule: Class 6 hours Study 6 hours Internship 10 hours Mentoring 2 hours

Part-Time Schedule: Class 3 hours Study 3 hours Internship 10 hours

Are there scholarships available?
Yes, for more information about scholarships, email the Leadership Center at LC@csosports.org.

How do I get more information or register?
For more information, email the Leadership Center at LC@csosports.org. To register for CSO Leadership Center classes, download the Class Registration form below and send the completed form to LC@csosports.org.

     CSO Class Registration Form


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