Engage
Equip
Empower

The Shepherds College On and For a Purpose Program equips churches to engage and empower individuals with IDD to step into their God-given purpose and develop skills for greater independence—through facilitator-led sessions in their own communities.
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What We Provide

  • Facilitator Guides: Step-by-step lesson plans that make teaching simple and effective.
  • Student Handouts: Engaging, easy-to-use materials that help students apply what they learn.
  • 8-Week Course Structure: Flexible lessons designed for weekly ministry gatherings (1–2 hours).
  • Faith-Based Curriculum: Rooted in Scripture and focused on helping students discover their God-given purpose. 
  • Ready-to-Use Online Resources: Activities, discussion questions, and tools that promote interaction and real-world application.

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Facilitator Guide

A step-by-step guide for facilitators with pacing strategies and engagement activities to deliver lessons.

Student Handouts

Material guiding learners through lessons, verifying understanding, and serving as a take-home reference.

Online Lessons

Online lessons featuring videos, graphics, and key information for engaging front-of-class presentations.

“The lessons have helped me understand that God made me for a purpose
and some strategies to use when I am struggling.”
- Carolyn, learner
“The lessons are easy to follow and have good engagement opportunities for students. Having access to the content saves me time in having to create and develop content."
- Jacoby, facilitator
“It is nice to have curriculum made by a Christian organization
whose beliefs align with ours so that we don’t have to modify.”
- Rebecca, facilitator

Enroll Now

NOW JUST $2000!

offer ends June 15, 2026

5
courses
$2000!               

$4000 bundled

or $1250 per course
Includes free registration to Shepherds Learning Community Symposium May 2027

Faith
Journey 

Grow spiritually through foundational truths rooted in scripture

Life
Skills

Manage effectively 
the demands and challenges of everyday life

Personal
Growth

Develop self-awareness,
self-esteem, and positive interpersonal relationships

Job
Readiness

Promote essential work behaviors for obtaining and maintaining workplace success

How To Get Started

Start by recognizing the God-given potential of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and valuing their journey toward greater independence. Identify passionate champions in your church and community who share this vision. Subscribe to the On and For a Purpose Program and complete facilitator training. Then, promote the program, recruit participants, and launch a life-changing experience that empowers and enriches individuals with IDD.

01.

Find your champions 

Identify those who will play a part in making the program successful as facilitators and volunteers. 

02.

Subscribe to O4P

Sign up for an annual subscription to the On and For Purpose Program.

03. 

Set up the details

Plan the location, date, and time to hold the classes.

04. 

Facilitator Training

Take and complete the facilitator training to prepare to run your program.

05. 

Identify Learners

Promote and recruit learners throughout your community. 

Learn more

Enter your email to learn more, or contact O4P@shepherdscollege.edu
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