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Become a Pastor at FSOD

At An Affordable Price

FSOD is a full-time discipleship school in Fort Myers, FL for high school graduates ages 18-25. Take one to three years to develop a deep relationship with God while studying the Bible and Christian theology. No matter where you ultimately feel called, FSOD will prepare you for your next step. We do this through Aggressive Discipleship, Core Academics, and real-world Ministry Training.

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1.) Aggressive Discipleship

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A personal relationship with God is just as important as having head knowledge. Building a relationship and becoming a disciple of Jesus is an important part of FSOD’s training. Bring your relationship with God to a whole new level through:

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Prayer Life & Devos: Where regular prayer and personal time in the Bible becomes the core of your faith.

 

ISI Groups: Iron Sharpens Iron small groups meet every week to reflect on what God has been revealing in your life and hold you accountable to seek him first.

 

Discipleship Classes: Character building classes that challenge you to become a mature man or woman of Christ.

 

Chapel: Weekly services for a time of praise and worship, and solid teaching from the word of God.  

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2.) Core Academics

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FSOD Courses: PH.D. and master's level scholars teach on-site college-level courses including:

  • Apologetics

  • Bible & Theology

  • Ethics

  • Leadership

  • Evangelism

  • Public Speaking

  • Life Skills​
     

Accredited Courses: Pursue a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree online through a premier Christian university - Lee University. Lee University courses are included in FSOD tuition pricing. Lee also offers certification programs and is fully accredited.

3.) Ministry training

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At FSOD you have the opportunity to experience and train with established ministries including:

Music Ministry:

  • Worship leading

  • Church band and choir

  • Traveling worship teams including Interface

Missions & Outreach:

  • Neighborhood outreaches

  • Foreign missions trips

  • Nursing home visitation

  • Community service projects

Children's Ministry:

  • School assemblies with Reggie Dabbs

  • Children’s ministry​​

College Ministry:

  • College campus ministry

Youth Ministry:

  • Senior high youth ministry

  • Junior high youth ministry

  • Small group leadership

  • Youth conventions​

Technical Training:

  • Media and video production

  • Graphic design

  • Technical sound training

Other:

  • preaching opportunities

  • Church service partnerships

  • Intercessory prayer

  • ...and much more

WHY FSOD?
 

  • Over 700 Graduates

  • Training Christian for over 20 years

  • Staff with more than 70 years of combined ministry experience

  • Learn from Ph.D. and Master level scholars

 

"I chose FSOD to get hands-on ministry training and further education for my future ministry. I got so much more than I expected" 

 - John, 3rd Year Intern
 
"FSOD changed my life by securing my Identity in Christ. If your graduating high school and looking for discipleship and friendships, this is the place for you."
 
 - Elizabeth, 2nd Year Student
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