Programme Overview
The ENSM Ministry Foundation Course equips leaders to be effective gospel ministers in Europe.
With a world-class faculty and a focus on effective ministry in the European context, the Every Nation School of Ministry is designed to equip leaders who will plant, lead, and multiply churches across the continent. Rooted in five core themes—apostolic leadership, Christ-centred spirituality, biblical theology, Spirit-empowered mission, and practical ministry skills—ENSM offers a formation experience that is both theologically rich and missionally urgent.
Students begin with a three-month online preparation course starting November 1, followed by two intensive residential weeks of immersive teaching, mentoring, and community in Scotland. While not all prior training is required, we do expect students to complete the Every Nation Introduction Course and Systematic Theology 1, 2, and 3, with a strong recommendation to finish Leadership 215 before the preparatory phase begins. ENSM Europe is not just a school—it’s a sending base. We’re training leaders who will carry the gospel into the heart of secular culture with clarity, courage, and power.
The ENSM Foundation Course focuses on these four outcomes:
Character and Spirituality
Cultivating Christ-centred character and deepening your spiritual life.
Theological Foundations
Developing robust, gospel-centred biblical and theological understanding.
Apostolic Leadership
Equipping visionary leaders who effectively serve and advance Christ’s church.
Practical Ministry Skills
Providing hands-on training in skills essential for successful ministry.
Spirit-Empowered Mission in Europe
We believe that Europe stands in need of a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit to break through cultural barriers and bring the gospel to every community, campus, and nation. ENSM is committed to raising globally minded missionaries who are Christ-like in humility, empowered by the Holy Spirit, and culturally adept in engaging diverse European contexts.
Core Integrative Outcomes
Christ-Centered Spirituality
At the end of our program, graduates will exhibit a deep and consistent devotion to Jesus, nurturing healthy spiritual practices that foster personal holiness, emotional resilience, and sustainable ministry.
They will demonstrate biblical integrity, authentic love for God’s people, and a fruitful relationship with the Holy Spirit.
Apostolic Leadership
At the end of our program, graduates will serve the church with visionary, faith-filled leadership, exemplifying pastoral care, team-building, and strategic mobilization. They will pioneer new initiatives, empower others to lead, and advance God’s kingdom through bold yet humble service that is aligned with sound doctrine and Spirit-led direction.
Gospel-Rooted Foundation
At the end of our program, graduates will be equipped to craft, communicate,
and defend sound doctrine grounded in Scripture and illuminated by the Spirit.
They will articulate the gospel message with clarity and conviction, effectively contextualizing biblical truth for disciple making and church growth in modern Europe.
Practical Ministry Skills
At the end of our program, graduates will have hands-on proficiency in preaching, teaching, discipling, worship leading, and other core competencies.
They will confidently apply these skills in diverse church settings or missionary contexts, demonstrating both organizational effectiveness and Spirit-led innovation in their local communities.
Spirit-Empowered Mission in Europe
At the end of our program, graduates will live out a mission-focused lifestyle shaped by a biblical theology of mission and a heart for Europe’s harvest.
They will work cross-culturally with humility and compassion, mobilizing others through prayer, giving, and going to see the gospel transform cities, campuses, and nations across Europe.
WHAT'S NEW
WHAT'S NEW
From 15 Months to Two Weeks
Originally, ENSM's comprehensive curriculum extended over 15 months.
Our updated programme now condenses the same transformative content into an intensive two-week residential experience. This streamlined format offers focused, immersive learning tailored for maximum impact.
Leadership215 as a Preferred Prerequisite
Leadership215 (L215) is Every Nation’s globally recognized standard for ordained ministry training. Initially, ENSM was Europe's sole provider of L215. Now, with L215 widely available through many local churches, broader access is possible. Completion of L215 is strongly recommended but not mandatory, and priority enrollment is given to those who have completed this foundational training.
Unified Core Curriculum
Previously, ENSM students chose from specialized ministry tracks. We've unified the strongest elements from these tracks into a cohesive core curriculum. This unified approach fosters deeper community, enhances collaboration, and ensures every student receives comprehensive training across essential ministry competencies.
Expanded Courses and New Faculty
Our new programme format allows us to introduce additional courses and renowned faculty, enhancing our training in core fundamentals essential for effective ministry in Europe. Faculty highlights include:
Dr Greg Mitchell: Specializing in practical theology, Dr Mitchell provides expert instruction in healthy spirituality and pastoral care.
Frans Olivier: A gifted evangelist, Frans has equipped thousands with practical skills and confidence to share the good news of Jesus effectively.
Our faculty continues to grow, ensuring students receive diverse, world-class instruction tailored to Europe's unique ministry context.
Specialized Training Opportunities
Alongside our core curriculum, ENSM provides three specialized training tracks tailored to enhance your ministry effectiveness:
1) Campus Missionary Training Programme (CMTP)
Recognizing the strategic importance of reaching students across Europe, ENSM offers an expanded training track specifically for campus missionaries. CMTP includes two additional weeks—one immediately before and one directly following the ENSM residential programme. Participants benefit from the core ENSM curriculum, complemented by focused campus ministry instruction. Separate registration for CMTP is available here. Please note, enrollment in CMTP automatically includes participation in the ENSM residential weeks.
2) Church Planter Bootcamp
The Church Planter Bootcamp is an intensive, one-week training experience exclusively for School of Ministry graduates preparing to launch new churches. This focused programme provides practical training from seasoned church planters in essential areas such as vision casting, leadership development, team building, outreach strategies, fundraising, and strategic planning.
Through interactive sessions, practical workshops, and personalized coaching, you'll develop a clear, actionable plan tailored to your specific calling. Our aim is to equip you spiritually and practically, giving you the confidence and competence needed to successfully plant vibrant churches. Learn more about our Church Planter Bootcamp here.
3) Upgrade Weeks
Ministry effectiveness requires continual growth. ENSM’s Upgrade Weeks offer targeted training on specific practices, topics, or themes, designed to enhance your leadership capacity and refine your skills. Stay updated on upcoming Upgrade Weeks here.
What’s Staying the Same?
As we introduce exciting enhancements to ENSM, we remain committed to preserving the core elements that have consistently produced impactful ministry leaders across Europe. Here's what will continue: `
1. Our Europe-Focused Mission
We are passionately committed to Europe—positioned strategically within this continent to serve its unique spiritual needs. ENSM was created specifically to equip leaders to effectively engage Europe's diverse cultures with the gospel, and this commitment remains central to our mission.
2. Transformative Core Curriculum
While our curriculum is expanding, we will retain and strengthen the core components that have made ENSM highly effective in ministry training. Our impactful, transformative curriculum continues to include key topics such as:
Growing in Christ-like Character
Personal Practices for Spiritual Health
Biblical Foundations for Gospel Ministry
Leading in Christ’s Way
Effective Gospel Outreach in Europe
Disciple-Making Skills
Theological Foundations for Christ-Centred Ministry
Cross-Cultural Ministry in Europe
And much more.
3. Relational Community
At ENSM, relationships matter deeply. Reflecting Every Nation’s value of family, our programmes provide abundant opportunities to build meaningful relationships with fellow students and Europe-based ministry leaders. You'll connect with a supportive community and discover partnerships that strengthen your ministry.
4. Experienced Europe-Based Faculty
Our faculty brings extensive ministry experience and proven success from within Europe. While we welcome global expertise, our core teaching team consists of leaders deeply rooted in the European context. They understand firsthand the realities and opportunities of ministering in Europe and will guide you effectively to win both in life and ministry.
5. Commitment to Excellence
We are dedicated to your personal and ministerial success. Our priority is to provide you with the highest quality training experience, equipping you comprehensively to thrive spiritually, relationally, and practically in European ministry contexts.
‘‘I got a huge boost of encouragement from [the residential]. I've been in full-time ministry for a few years and it's easy to get discouraged and feel like you're the only one who's struggling. I really appreciate the mix in ages and stages of life- I learned so much from the older ones and felt like I had something worth sharing with the younger ones. So so so much encouragement because of this week.
I also think the content and the teachers are top class. It was good to take stock of where my ministry is right now and have vision for what God can do!’’
- Aoife ENSM Graduate