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Indonesia to Orlando: Celebrating Dr. Yohanes Halim’s RTS Graduation
Dr. Yohanes Halim graduated from Reformed Theological Seminary with his Doctor of Ministry degree after years of study and travel from Indonesia to Orlando. A pastor, presbytery moderator, and university chaplain, Yohanes now partners with Pathway Learning to help equip future church leaders across Indonesia.
Designed for Influence
God didn't place image bearers in creation as passive occupants. He commissioned them as cultivators — called to work, keep, and extend their influence across every sphere of life. This lesson explores the Genesis mandate behind that calling and shows leaders how to bring its transformative framework to the congregations entrusted to their care.
Re-Imagining Your Work as Worship
Work and worship were never meant to be two separate things. Lesson 2 of the Faith & Work Series gives church leaders a clear, biblical foundation — from Genesis to Paul — to teach their congregations that daily work done for God's glory is a true and meaningful act of worship.
Why Your Work Matters to God
In the beginning, God worked in creation and put humans in paradise to work. So work is not part of the curse but a vital part of God's original mission for humanity to flourish. However, the curse of sin sometimes makes our work painful, frustrating, and feel meaningless. The emphasis of this series is on helping you develop a more biblical and practical understanding of the ultimate value of your work as a calling from God.
Amazing News from Oxford: Ravi Jain’s Doctor of Philosophy and the Trinity in Mathematics
What does an Oxford PhD in mathematics have to do with your ministry? Everything. Ravi Jain’s work shows that reality itself reflects the Trinity—unity in diversity—and that how we think shapes how we lead. Discover why this breakthrough matters for equipping church leaders to see all of life, ministry, and mission through a truly biblical lens.
Be Part of What God is Doing in Indonesia
The Indonesia Project has reached a major milestone with the completion of its first translated Pathway Learning book and course. This achievement marks the beginning of a gospel-centered movement to equip church leaders across Indonesia. Read how God is at work—and how you can partner through prayer and giving.
Happy 87th Birthday to Author, Theologian, and Philosopher, Dr. John M. Frame
John Frame’s 87-year legacy continues to shape global church leadership. From decades in seminary classrooms to the Applied Theology Project with Steven Childers, his work now equips underserved leaders worldwide with accessible, practical theology—bringing seminary-level training to those who need it most.
Rose Marie Miller: A Life of Grace and Courage
A personal tribute to Rose Marie Miller, whose 101-year life of humble faith, gospel courage, and deep dependence on God shaped countless lives. Her story reminds us that true ministry impact comes not through prominence, but through a life transformed by grace and faithfully lived for Christ.
Early Rain Covenant Church Faces Renewed Crackdown: A Call to Prayer
Early Rain Covenant Church faces a renewed government crackdown in China. Elder Li Yingqiang has been formally arrested on “inciting subversion of state power,” the same charge that imprisoned Pastor Wang Yi in 2018. The full article includes verified reporting, historical context, photos, a brief video, and a focused prayer guide.
Our Founder’s Story: A Path Forward for Leaders Who Can’t Leave
A personal story behind Pathway Learning’s mission to serve called leaders who can’t leave home for training. Discover why calling should never be crushed by geography, income, or circumstance—and how God is using simple learning paths to equip church planters and pastors around the world.
Equip Underserved Church Leaders Around the World
Pathway Learning has already equipped a growing global community of underserved church leaders from more than 300 denominations representing 60 countries in 7 languages. Learn how you can make a difference by helping equip church leaders worldwide.
Remembering Bruce Young and the Call to Japan
This weekend we remembered Bruce Young, whose life was deeply formed by Christ and faithfully spent for the sake of the gospel in Japan. His story calls us to reflect prayerfully on the unfinished work of missions and the possibility that God may be calling us to go.
Lead Pastor Opportunity: Karawaci Presbyterian Church (KPC), Indonesia
Karawaci Presbyterian Church (KPC), an international English-speaking Presbyterian church in Indonesia, is prayerfully seeking a Lead Pastor. Learn about the church, qualifications, and how to apply.
Why the Underground Church in China Is Still Growing
Against all odds, the underground church in China continues to grow. Be part of the faithful work God is doing behind the scenes.
A Last-Minute Christmas Gift That Gives Twice!
A meaningful gift that also equips church leaders worldwide.
We’re More Than Halfway to Our Year-End Goal
We’re more than halfway there. Will you help us finish strong? Together, we’re equipping leaders where the gospel is needed most.
A Joyful New Chapter for Church Planting in Tokyo
Japan has long been called “the missionary graveyard,” with less than 1% Christian among 125 million people. Yet God is opening a new door. This fall, Grace City Church, in the heart of Tokyo near the Emperor’s Palace, has announced a new partnership with Metro Baltimore Seminary to make theological education accessible to students in Japan--using Pathway Learning’s church planter training to equip emerging leaders in one of the world’s most spiritually challenging and strategic contexts.
How Pathway Learning and Steve Childers Are Like Star Wars and George Lucas
A brief inside look at our new Pathway Learning book—and why Part 2 launched first.
Partner With Us to Equip Church Leaders Across Indonesia
Partner with us to equip church leaders across Indonesia. Your year-end gift will help equip emerging church leaders across Indonesia.
Training Leaders Where It’s Almost Impossible to Go
Church leaders in Muslim West Africa are serving in places marked by deep poverty, danger, and rising persecution. For nearly twenty years, Pathway Learning has equipped these indigenous pastors with the training they need to plant and grow gospel-centered churches. Your early Giving Tuesday gift helps bring training where it’s almost impossible to find.