Welcome to Unit, Lesson 1!

Follow the onscreen directions below to:

1. read/download course material
2. view instructional videos.

Access course material by:

1. scrolling through the box below, or
2. clicking the download option at the bottom of the viewing box to save or print a copy.

Points to ponder before you begin:

• How has reading touched your life?
• How do you think your commitment to reading impacts your effectiveness in ministry?
• Who is your favorite author, and why? How has their writing impacted your life/ministry?
• Do you have any reading goals? Why or why not?

A note of encouragement for people who struggle with reading: Don't be discouraged! Reading doesn't come easy for everyone. There are special encouragements and tips for you in Lesson 3.

Hint: Note bolded words and concepts in your curriculum.

Watch the video lesson below. Follow along with your curriculum and take notes!

Once you have read through the material and viewed the video lessons, click the "complete and continue" button at the top of the page.