EFM is a distance learning theological education program of the School of Theology of the University of the South in Sewanee, TN. Participants commit one year at a time to meet regularly in seminars led by a trained mentor. During the four-year program, participants study the Bible, church history, theology and ethics. Participants earn 18 Continuing Education Units (CEU’s) for each year of EFM.

The EFM program provides a comprehensive, experiential education in the foundations and message of our Christian faith.

Who May Participate   
The EFM program is for the laity of the Church. Every Christian receives the call to Christ’s ministry at baptism. EFM provides the basics of theological education in order to develop knowledge and confidence about the ministry we all share. Since the program began in 1975, thousands throughout the United States and overseas have participated.  

What to Expect
EFM teaches you how to think theologically, deepens your faith and your understanding of our Christian heritage and provides you with a new confidence to be Christ’s minister.

How EFM Works
Seminar groups of 6 – 12 students are led by trained mentors who have engaged in serious religious study. The group usually meets weekly during a nine-month period to reflect theologically, discuss materials they have read and to worship together. Students follow a weekly lesson and study guide. There are no tests or papers. For those unable to join a local seminar group, EFM is available online.

Because the program comes to you in your community, EFM adapts to a variety of situations under a wide range of leadership styles and expectations from students. Graduates fulfill many ministries and bring to the church a laity better prepared to make decisions and fulfill the Great Commission—to bring Christ to the world—in an effective and loving way.

For more information, contact  the Rector, Michael Moulden
Michael@stfrancisgreensboro.org at (336) 288-4721.