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= '''Seminary Now''' =

== '''What is Seminary Now?''' ==
Seminary Now is an online learning platform that gives our church access to high-quality video courses in '''Bible, Theology, and Ministry''' taught by leading scholars, professors, and ministry leaders.

Through our church subscription, we have '''access''' to a full library of courses designed to help people:

* Grow in their understanding of Scripture
* Deepen their relationship with God
* Develop as leaders and disciples
* Apply biblical truth to everyday life

Seminary Now is not just for pastors, it’s for '''everyone who wants to grow spiritually''', whether you're new to the Bible or have been following Jesus for years.

Churches that use Seminary Now well often see strong growth in '''discipleship, leadership development, and spiritual maturity'''.
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== '''How We Use Seminary Now at Tree of Life''' ==
We primarily use Seminary Now through:

* '''Small Groups / Learning Groups'''
* '''Leadership Development'''
* '''Personal Spiritual Growth'''

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== '''How to Access Seminary Now''' ==

=== '''Step 1: Set Up Your Account''' ===
Use the church’s [https://seminarynow.com/checkout/new?o=33293&ampDeviceId=e3cf6df5-9237-4bc9-8192-b90b22f09ad0&ampSessionId=1776867443618 access link] to create your account.

=== '''Step 2: Enter the Church Code''' ===
When prompted, enter the church access code (provided by your leader) to unlock free access.
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== '''Important Login Instructions''' ==

=== '''For Admins''' ===

* Login details are stored in the [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KGdbXcxN7lu-BgEj4cJn8O4iCVQzu7QD/edit?gid=1956993623#gid=1956993623 '''TOL''' '''Login Sheet''']

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== '''Why This Matters''' ==
Seminary Now helps us move beyond just attending church to actually '''growing as disciples'''. It gives us tools to:

* Understand the Bible more clearly
* Have meaningful conversations about faith
* Become confident in living out what we believe

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== '''SMALL GROUP LEADERS:''' ==

== '''Your Role as a Leader''' ==
You are not expected to teach the material. You are there to '''facilitate the experience'''.

Strong Seminary Now groups are led by leaders who:

* Keep the group on track
* Encourage discussion and participation
* Help connect the content to real life
* Create a consistent, welcoming environment

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== '''How to Lead a Seminary Now Group''' ==
A simple and effective weekly structure:

=== '''1. Begin (5–10 minutes)''' ===

* Start with an opening question (found in the Leader Guide)
* Help people start thinking and engaging

=== '''2. Learn (10–20 minutes)''' ===

* Watch the video together
* Encourage note-taking or questions

=== '''3. Discuss (25–35 minutes)''' ===

* Use the discussion questions provided
* Focus on application, not just information

=== '''4. Pray (5–10 minutes)''' ===

* Invite prayer requests
* Pray through what was learned

This structure helps create a consistent and meaningful group experience.
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== '''Preparing for Your Group''' ==
Before each session:

* Preview the video 
* Download or review the '''Leader Guide + Workbook'''
* Make sure your tech is ready (internet, screen, sound)
* Create a comfortable, distraction-free environment

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== '''Helping Your Group Engage''' ==

* Remind participants they can create their own accounts (optional but helpful)
* Encourage them to reflect during the week
* Keep discussions focused but open
* Draw quieter people into conversation