
Andrew Utiger
- Lecturer in the Art and Practice of Church Administration
Degrees
- M.A. Graduate Theological Union
- M.Div. Franciscan School of Theology
- B.A. St. Francis College, Wisconsin
"For all our years of theological training, parish ministry requires of us a great range of day to day skills that, if better understood, can enrich our ministry."
After years of parish ministry and administration, Andrew created and teaches a practical course in Church administration designed for students of different denominations training for ministry. Andrew is also the Director of Information Systems for the Diocese of Oakland.
Selected Course Descriptions
Art and Practice of Church Administration
It is inevitable that many graduates of the GTU will be called upon to provide not only spiritual but administrative leadership in a church setting. This course offers students a comprehensive examination of church administration, focusing on developing practical skills necessary in this work. Issues covered will include finance, personnel, leadership skills, organizational management and information systems.