InterVarsity

Summer Boost 2026 Warm Up

Summer Boost 2026 Warm Up

Summer Boost 2026 Warm Up

Description

This course provides an introduction and orientation to the platform and the MPD (Ministry Partner Development) cycle. Participants will learn strategies for meeting with God during the MPD process, assembling a prayer team, and effectively caring for donors through thanking and reporting. The course covers how to develop and present a compelling case for support, including storytelling and articulating ministry needs. Learners will also receive guidance on organizing financial information, using donor management tools, and mapping out their network and schedule. Additional digital courses are available to further sharpen relevant skills for ministry support raising.

Course Details

9
chapters
20
lessons
1
content type

Syllabus

Module 0: Introduction

1Platform Orientation
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2Introduction
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Module 1: Entry

1Ramiro: The Impact of an MPD Sprint
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2MPD Cycle Overview
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Module 2: Encountering God in MPD

1Meeting God in MPD
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2Assemble a Prayer Team
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Module 3: Donor Care – Thank

1Thank Course
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Module 4: Donor Care – Report

1Report Course
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Module 5: Case Presentation

1The Importance of Making Your Case
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2Video 1: Start with Your Story
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3Video 2: The Need & the Solution
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4Video 3: InterVarsity's History & Your Ministry Focus
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5Video 4: Invitation to Partnership
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6Case Videos 5 & 6: Recommendations
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7Indirect Asks Video
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8Write and/or Improve Your Case
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Module 6: Get Organized

1Assess Your Financial Reality
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2Learn to Use Donor Elf
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Module 7: Clear Calendar

1Network Map Your Job
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Module 8: Digital Courses

1Sharpen Your Skills with Digital Courses
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