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The training arm of RZIM seeks to motivate, equip and empower others to reach and challenge those who shape the ideas of a culture with the credibility of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Our purpose is essentially four-fold:
- TEACH culturally relevant evangelism undergirded by conversational apologetics.
- TRAIN cultural influencers and opinion-makers in effective apologetics.
- DEMONSTRATE the relevance and coherence of the Christian worldview.
- EMPOWER people to continue the method and message of RZIM in their own setting.
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| Read more about RZIM's commitment to training in "A Vision for Multiplication" by Stuart McAllister |
Apologetic Training throughout the World
RZIM has developed a series of training programs and church partnerships designed to motivate, equip, and enable individuals and churches to engage today’s culture with culturally relevant conversations.
The Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics (OCCA) is an exciting partnership between Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM) and Wycliffe Hall, a Permanent Private Hall of Oxford University. The Centre for Christian Apologetics seeks to change the profile of evangelism around the world.
For those with a passion to make Christ known, studying at the OCCA is a life transforming experience combining effective evangelism with academic rigour. The OCCA brings together cutting edge theologians and world class evangelists in a centre of excellence, both in academic study and evangelistic practice.
Oxford Summer School
The Summer School is an intense week of training in evangelism and apologetics, conducted by the RZIM Zacharias Trust speaking team and adjunct lecturers. Held at Oxford University, the week consists of three main sessions and three optional seminars, as well as daily corporate worship and devotions.
There are three seminar streams focusing on Spiritual Disciplines, key ethical issues, and “On the Spot” questions and answers. Attendance is limited to 100 enabling some speakers to be on hand to interact with participants throughout the week.
RZIM Summer Institute
The RZIM Summer Institute is an in-depth week of study conducted by RZIM speakers and multiple adjunct lecturers. The week is a series of five sessions broken out by topic/emphasis, as well as daily corporate worship and devotions.
Held on Wheaton Colleges, campus (Wheaton, IL), it aims to address the most pressing needs of the church in America today. It also provides an answer to the oft stated request for an in-depth training program within the United States. Capacity is limited to about 150 attendees.
RZIM Academy of Apologetics, India
The vision for the RZIM Academy of Apologetics is “To initiate an ongoing process of building the capacities of Christians in Apologetics to equip them to respond meaningfully, in an intelligent and culturally relevant manner, to the issues raised in the market place and thereby influence opinion makers and leaders of the society with the Gospel of Jesus Christ".
As of February 2010 we have equipped nine groups of 169 students who have come from various walks of life including an Executive Director of a leading Swiss bank, daughter of a National Minister who is a convert from Hinduism, a Muslim convert and many young professionals.
SWAD identifies and empowers individuals with a passion for the Gospel, Muslims, academic excellence and the Arabic skills necessary to address Islam on its own terms. SWAD participants obtain their PhD as a means to address Islam, yet remain committed to the Christian faith.
For those who wish to effectively influence our world for Christ, we encourage you to carefully consider the Ravi Zacharias School of Apologetics. 
Our focus takes a particular emphasis on skeptics, cultural influencers and critical thinkers. You will be equipped to effectively traverse worldviews and grapple with the real and relevant issues of the heart and mind.
CAMP-of-the-WOODS
CAMP-of-the-WOODS is a ministry committed to families and individuals. During the summer we offer an exceptional opportunity for you and your family to vacation in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains.
From late June to Labor Day, CAMP-of-the-WOODS offers week-long vacation packages. While you're there, you will be challenged by great speakers, hear incredible music throughout the week and be served by our terrific staff. In addition, they offer a variety of other activities for you and your family to enjoy. Take a look at our chapel services, recreational activities, and accommodations to help you plan the best vacation ever!
Ravi Zacharias, Stuart McAllister, and Michael Ramsden have all spoken at CAMP-of-the-WOODS.