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Immersive 9-month training program

designed for young adults determined to build a strong foundation for a Godly life.

Student Leader Program

This is the continuation of our foundations program for students interested in further developing an understanding of God’s way and skills in leadership.

For more info, view Second-Year Program Info 2025-2026

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Academic Calendar 2025-2026

What it’s all about.

Building relationships life skills your relationship with God your foundation

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Our Mission:

To train young adults in the fundamentals of God’s Word and His way of life, giving them the building blocks for successful Christian Living.

Fundamental CoursesCore InstructorsForums/Guest SpeakersStudent LifeEnhanced Learning Experiences
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Core Classes

Instructor: Jonathan McNair

Principles of Christian Living delves into the practical application of God’s Word to daily life. How can we build golden character, reflecting the mind of God in every thought and action? What are the keys to Godly success? How can we build loving relationships with a mate, raise Godly children, and be the neighbor that loves as Christ? This course addresses the answers to these questions and more. Planning our life, setting goals, understanding the practical management of our finances and possessions; these are topics that are addressed in this two semester class.

Meet Your Core Instructors

Jonathan McNair

Jonathan McNair

Program Director

Jonathan McNair attended Ambassador College in Pasadena from 1982 to 1987. Since then, he has fulfilled a variety of roles in service to the Work of God, including Project Director for Ambassador Foundation in Thailand and Director of Living Youth Programs for the Living Church of God. In his thirty years of ministry, He pastored congregations in diverse locations around the world. He now oversees the Living Education Program, and also acts as an instructor.

Kenneth Frank

Kenneth Frank

Faculty in Theology

Mr. Frank was born and raised in New Jersey, where he majored in history and government for a year in college. Afterward, he attended the three campuses of Ambassador College. Upon graduation with a Bachelor of Arts in Theology, he trained for the ministry in Canada, pastoring Canadian congregations for twenty-six years before returning to the United States. Presently, he serves on the Living Education campus as an instructor and minister.

Dexter Wakefield

Dexter Wakefield

Faculty in Communication

Dexter Wakefield has a bachelor’s degree from Georgia Institute of Technology School of Architecture (BSBC) and a masters from Columbia University Graduate School of Business (MBA Finance). He previously served as Area Pastor to congregations in southern Florida. He has been Director of Business Operations at Living Church of God Headquarters since 2011.

Jerry Ruddlesden

Jerry Ruddlesden

Faculty in Finance

Born in Parkersburg, WV, Jerry Ruddlesden has a Bachelors in Business Administration, with a major in Accounting, from Marshall University. He began working for the Worldwide Church of God after graduation from Ambassador College as a senior Accountant in the Caribbean office, and now serves as the Financial Controller for the Living Church of God and faculty member for Living Education. He loves to garden, fish and explore new places outdoors.

Wayne Tlumak

Wayne Tlumak

Faculty in Theology

A former Ambassador College and Living University student, Mr. Tlumak served as the Associate Pastor for the New York City congregation of the Living Church of God before moving to the Charlotte area in early 2021. Recently retired as a training administrator from the New York City Housing Authority, Mr. Tlumak brings to Living Education over 30 years of experience in adult learning and development.

Eva Veronese

Eva Veronese

Faculty in English

For 13 years, Mrs. Eva Veronese served many students as an instructor at the high school and college levels, teaching Advanced Placement and College Freshman Composition, among other courses. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English Literature and Writing as well as post-graduate certificates in Secondary Education. She is a certified Literature/Writing instructor in the states of Louisiana and North Carolina. Mrs. Veronese also works at HQ as the Administrative Assistant to the Director of Legal Affairs and Risk Management.

Jake Boyer

Jake Boyer

Faculty in Music

Mr. Boyer has a rich background in musical performance and education. He currently serves as the instructor for Vocal Ensemble.

Sabrielle McNair

Sabrielle McNair

Faculty in Life Roles

Ms. McNair attended Living Education as a first-year student 2021-2022, as a student leader and resident assistant 2022-2023, and participated in the Thailand Teaching program over the summer of 2023.

Juliette McNair

Juliette McNair

Faculty in Life Roles
Thomas White

Thomas White

Instructor in English/Writing

Thomas White graduated from Living Education–Charlotte in 2019. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in English and works in the Editorial Department of the Living Church of God. According to his wife, his writing is very good, and his handwriting is very, very bad.

Rebekah Ross

Rebekah Ross

Faculty in Music

Rebekah Ross received her Bachelor of Arts in Music Education in 2017 from Clarke University in Dubuque, IA and also earned her Associates of Theology, a certificate in New Testament Studies, and Diploma in Biblical Studies from Living University. Aside from her work at Living Education, Rebekah plays several instruments and teaches private lessons. She also loves the outdoors and some of her favorite hobbies include backpacking, snow skiing, drawing, reading, and writing.

Guest Lecturers

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In addition to our daily classroom instruction in core subjects, students attend weekly forums where they hear guest lecturers speak on a variety of topics.  Our guest speakers include leaders from headquarters as well as visiting field ministers and other professionals from the United States and abroad.

Student Forum Summaries – 2024-25 School Year

Curious as to what our Forums are all about? Here are summaries of the Forums for this school year, written by our Living Education student staff.

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Mr. Gerald Weston: Lessons From Joseph’s Life

As this year of Living Education-Charlotte comes to a close,…
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Mr. Rod McNair: Grow Something

Mr. Rod McNair is an evangelist serving as the Assistant…
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Mr. Jacob Hall: Master the Fundamentals

Mr. Jacob Hall is a pastor serving in the Edmonton, Alberta…
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Mr. Michael DeSimone: Las Tres Claves Para Conseguir Trabajo en la Empresa Que Deseas

Author: Hevian Ponce de León Morales | Living Education Estas…
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Mr. Brent Mitchell: The Result of Trust

Mr. Brent Mitchell is an area pastor serving in the New…
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Mr. Htoowah Laybeh: The Work in Asia – Growing Through Serving

Mr Htoowah Laybeh is an Area Pastor serving in Myanmar and…
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Dr. John Cole: Business Strategy

Dr. John Cole attends the local Charlotte congregation,…
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Mr. Marc Arseneault: Reaching the Nations

Mr. Marc Arseneault is a pastor serving in the Quebec and…
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Dorm Life

Student housing is provided just a few miles from the headquarters facility, with one residence for the men and another nearby residence for women. Our accommodations are located in a safe, quiet suburban neighborhood, and the homes provide a very comfortable living experience for our students.

Women’s Residence

women's dorm

Sheryl Manor, named for the late Sheryl Meredith, wife of Roderick C. Meredith former Presiding Evangelist of the Living Church of God, is a spacious and beautiful home dedicated to house female students of Living Education – Charlotte.

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Men’s Residence

Originally dedicated in 2016 as men’s housing for Living University students, Redstone Hall now serves as a residence for male students of Living Education – Charlotte. This lovely, fully-furnished red brick home includes a full kitchen, game room, covered porch, and large yard with fire pit.

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Student Opportunities

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Activities

These extra-curricular activities are designed to for students to increase fellowship and camaraderie as well as provide opportunities to learn more about local points of interest, experience various cultural events, and enjoy outdoor recreation.

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Friday Dinners

All students participate in a weekly Friday evening Sabbath dinner with students, ministerial, and congregational guests. This dinner is prepared and hosted by different students each week. Students are given a budget and basic guidelines from which to operate. Student hosts are responsible to choose themes, decorate, and plan menu for the evening.

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Student Clubs

Men have the opportunity to participate in the Charlotte Spokesman’s Club while Ladies participate in monthly Women’s club. These clubs are designed for the purpose of developing skills in verbal communication, conversation, and public speaking.

  • Our location:

    2301 Crown Centre Drive, Charlotte, NC 28227

  • Give us a call:

    704.708.2290

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