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

Each course includes: 
  • Faith-Based Curriculum: Curriculum that is rooted in Scripture and focused on helping students unlock their God-given purpose. 
  • Facilitator Guides: Ready-to-teach lesson plans that make teaching simple and effective.
  • Student Handouts: Polished materials that help students apply what they learn.
  • E-learning Materials: Interactive digital media, visual aids, and assessment tools to keep learning fun and engaging! 
  • Flexible Course Structure: Eight adaptable lesson plans designed for weekly ministry gatherings and flexible program schedules.

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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

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Contact Us

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 O4P@shepherdscollege.edu
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