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HSMDOCE OFFICIAL CALENDAR
Institute academic dates and Heaven Sent Ministries events
This calendar combines published HSMDOCE registration periods, terms, class dates, deadlines, breaks, examinations, New Convert weekly cycles, completion ceremonies, and approved church events.
Complete published schedule
HSMDOCE and church calendar
HSMDOCE AcademicChurch EventNew Convert CohortCeremonyBreak / Closure
Church events are read from the same approved public event records used by the Heaven Sent Ministries Events page, so newly published church events appear here without creating duplicate records.
May 2026
May12026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Registration Opens
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
May12026
HSMDOCERegistration Open
Fall 2026 Semester Registration Opens
Registration period for Fall 2026 Semester.
August 2026
Aug232026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Registration Closes
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Aug242026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Orientation Begins
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Aug242026
HSMDOCEOrientation
Fall 2026 Semester Orientation
Student orientation and academic readiness activities.
Aug282026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Orientation Ends
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Aug312026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Classes Begin
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Aug312026
HSMDOCETerm Start
Fall 2026 Semester Classes Begin
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
September 2026
Sep42026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Add / Drop Deadline
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Sep42026
HSMDOCEAdd Drop Deadline
Fall 2026 Semester Add / Drop Deadline
Last day for approved course additions or schedule changes.
Sep72026
Sep82026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Enrollment Census
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Sep82026
HSMDOCECensus Date
Fall 2026 Semester Enrollment Census
Official enrollment and attendance census date.
October 2026
Oct122026
HSMDOCEBreak / Closure
Fall Recess
No scheduled classes. Online work may remain available.
Oct172026
Heaven Sent MinistriesNew Converts
New Convert Foundations Class
Foundations class for new believers and new members.
Oct192026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Registration Opens
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
Oct192026
HSMDOCERegistration Open
Spring 2027 Semester Registration Opens
Registration period for Spring 2027 Semester.
November 2026
Nov62026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Withdrawal Deadline
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Nov62026
HSMDOCEWithdrawal Deadline
Fall 2026 Semester Withdrawal Deadline
Last day to request an approved course withdrawal under the published policy.
Nov232026
HSMDOCEBreak / Closure
Thanksgiving Recess
No classes. School offices follow the published holiday schedule.
December 2026
Dec142026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Final Examinations Begin
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Dec142026
HSMDOCEFinal Exams
Fall 2026 Semester Final Examinations
Final examinations and required end-of-term assessments.
Dec182026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Classes End
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Dec182026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Final Examinations End
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Dec192026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Completion Recognition
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Dec192026
HSMDOCEBreak / Closure
Winter Break
Winter break begins after the fall term.
Dec192026
HSMDOCECommencement
Fall 2026 Semester Completion Recognition
Approved completion recognition for eligible students.
Dec222026
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2026 Semester Final Grades Due
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Dec222026
HSMDOCEGrades Due
Fall 2026 Semester Final Grades Due
Instructor grading and final academic records are due.
January 2027
Jan32027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Registration Closes
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
Jan42027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Orientation Begins
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
Jan42027
HSMDOCEOrientation
Spring 2027 Semester Orientation
Student orientation and academic readiness activities.
Jan82027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Orientation Ends
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
Jan112027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Classes Begin
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
Jan112027
HSMDOCETerm Start
Spring 2027 Semester Classes Begin
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
Jan152027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Add / Drop Deadline
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
Jan152027
HSMDOCEAdd Drop Deadline
Spring 2027 Semester Add / Drop Deadline
Last day for approved course additions or schedule changes.
Jan182027
Jan192027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Enrollment Census
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
Jan192027
HSMDOCECensus Date
Spring 2027 Semester Enrollment Census
Official enrollment and attendance census date.
February 2027
Feb152027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Registration Opens
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
Feb152027
HSMDOCERegistration Open
Summer 2027 Session Registration Opens
Registration period for Summer 2027 Session.
March 2027
Mar152027
HSMDOCEBreak / Closure
Spring Break
No scheduled classes.
Mar262027
HSMDOCEBreak / Closure
Easter Recess
No scheduled classes during the Easter ministry weekend.
April 2027
Apr22027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Withdrawal Deadline
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
Apr22027
HSMDOCEWithdrawal Deadline
Spring 2027 Semester Withdrawal Deadline
Last day to request an approved course withdrawal under the published policy.
Apr262027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Registration Opens
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Apr262027
HSMDOCERegistration Open
Fall 2027 Semester Registration Opens
Registration period for Fall 2027 Semester.
May 2027
May32027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Final Examinations Begin
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
May32027
HSMDOCEFinal Exams
Spring 2027 Semester Final Examinations
Final examinations and required end-of-term assessments.
May72027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Classes End
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
May72027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Final Examinations End
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
May112027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Final Grades Due
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
May112027
HSMDOCEGrades Due
Spring 2027 Semester Final Grades Due
Instructor grading and final academic records are due.
May152027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Spring 2027 Semester Completion Recognition
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
May152027
HSMDOCECommencement
Spring 2027 Semester Completion Recognition
Approved completion recognition for eligible students.
May232027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Registration Closes
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
May242027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Orientation Begins
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
May242027
HSMDOCEOrientation
Summer 2027 Session Orientation
Student orientation and academic readiness activities.
May282027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Orientation Ends
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
June 2027
Jun12027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Classes Begin
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
Jun12027
HSMDOCETerm Start
Summer 2027 Session Classes Begin
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
Jun42027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Add / Drop Deadline
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
Jun42027
HSMDOCEAdd Drop Deadline
Summer 2027 Session Add / Drop Deadline
Last day for approved course additions or schedule changes.
Jun72027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Enrollment Census
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
Jun72027
HSMDOCECensus Date
Summer 2027 Session Enrollment Census
Official enrollment and attendance census date.
Jun182027
July 2027
Jul52027
HSMDOCEBreak / Closure
Independence Day Observance
Classes and school offices are closed.
Jul92027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Withdrawal Deadline
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
Jul92027
HSMDOCEWithdrawal Deadline
Summer 2027 Session Withdrawal Deadline
Last day to request an approved course withdrawal under the published policy.
August 2027
Aug22027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Final Examinations Begin
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
Aug22027
HSMDOCEFinal Exams
Summer 2027 Session Final Examinations
Final examinations and required end-of-term assessments.
Aug62027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Classes End
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
Aug62027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Final Examinations End
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
Aug102027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Final Grades Due
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
Aug102027
HSMDOCEGrades Due
Summer 2027 Session Final Grades Due
Instructor grading and final academic records are due.
Aug142027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Summer 2027 Session Completion Recognition
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
Aug142027
HSMDOCECommencement
Summer 2027 Session Completion Recognition
Approved completion recognition for eligible students.
Aug222027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Registration Closes
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Aug232027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Orientation Begins
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Aug232027
HSMDOCEOrientation
Fall 2027 Semester Orientation
Student orientation and academic readiness activities.
Aug272027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Orientation Ends
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Aug302027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Classes Begin
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Aug302027
HSMDOCETerm Start
Fall 2027 Semester Classes Begin
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
September 2027
Sep32027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Add / Drop Deadline
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Sep32027
HSMDOCEAdd Drop Deadline
Fall 2027 Semester Add / Drop Deadline
Last day for approved course additions or schedule changes.
Sep62027
Sep72027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Enrollment Census
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Sep72027
HSMDOCECensus Date
Fall 2027 Semester Enrollment Census
Official enrollment and attendance census date.
November 2027
Nov52027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Withdrawal Deadline
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Nov52027
HSMDOCEWithdrawal Deadline
Fall 2027 Semester Withdrawal Deadline
Last day to request an approved course withdrawal under the published policy.
Nov222027
HSMDOCEBreak / Closure
Thanksgiving Recess
No classes. School offices follow the published holiday schedule.
December 2027
Dec132027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Final Examinations Begin
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Dec132027
HSMDOCEFinal Exams
Fall 2027 Semester Final Examinations
Final examinations and required end-of-term assessments.
Dec172027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Classes End
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Dec172027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Final Examinations End
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Dec182027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Completion Recognition
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Dec182027
HSMDOCECommencement
Fall 2027 Semester Completion Recognition
Approved completion recognition for eligible students.
Dec212027
HSMDOCEAcademic Milestone
Fall 2027 Semester Final Grades Due
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Dec212027
HSMDOCEGrades Due
Fall 2027 Semester Final Grades Due
Instructor grading and final academic records are due.
Dates To Be Announced
DATE—TBA
Heaven Sent MinistriesWorship
Sunday Worship Experience
Worship gathering at Heaven Sent Ministries
DATE—TBA
Heaven Sent MinistriesDiscipleship
Wednesday Bible Study
Discipleship gathering at Heaven Sent Ministries
DATE—TBA
Heaven Sent MinistriesPrayer & Care
Prayer Warriors
Intercessory prayer and Prayer & Care support at Heaven Sent Ministries. Anointing service requests are handled through Prayer & Care.
DATE—TBA
Heaven Sent MinistriesHoly Communion
Holy Communion Sunday
Holy Communion is observed every 1st Sunday during Sunday worship.
DATE—TBA
DATE—TBA
Heaven Sent MinistriesNew Convert Training
New Convert Training
Foundational discipleship class for new converts.
DATE—TBA
Heaven Sent MinistriesBaptism Preparation
Baptism Preparation
Preparation class for baptism candidates.
DATE—TBA
Heaven Sent MinistriesBible Institute Class
Bible Institute Training
Bible Institute course and ministry training schedule.
Published institute terms
Fall 2026 Semester
- Registration
- May 1, 2026 – Aug 23, 2026
- Orientation
- Aug 24, 2026 – Aug 28, 2026
- Classes
- Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026
- Add / drop
- Sep 4, 2026
- Enrollment census
- Sep 8, 2026
- Withdrawal deadline
- Nov 6, 2026
- Final exams
- Dec 14, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026
- Final grades due
- Dec 22, 2026
- Recognition
- Dec 19, 2026
A full college-style fall semester with orientation, add/drop, census, withdrawal, final examinations, grading, and completion recognition.
Spring 2027 Semester
- Registration
- Oct 19, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027
- Orientation
- Jan 4, 2027 – Jan 8, 2027
- Classes
- Jan 11, 2027 – May 7, 2027
- Add / drop
- Jan 15, 2027
- Enrollment census
- Jan 19, 2027
- Withdrawal deadline
- Apr 2, 2027
- Final exams
- May 3, 2027 – May 7, 2027
- Final grades due
- May 11, 2027
- Recognition
- May 15, 2027
The principal spring semester for certificate, diploma, degree, and ministry-training programs.
Summer 2027 Session
- Registration
- Feb 15, 2027 – May 23, 2027
- Orientation
- May 24, 2027 – May 28, 2027
- Classes
- Jun 1, 2027 – Aug 6, 2027
- Add / drop
- Jun 4, 2027
- Enrollment census
- Jun 7, 2027
- Withdrawal deadline
- Jul 9, 2027
- Final exams
- Aug 2, 2027 – Aug 6, 2027
- Final grades due
- Aug 10, 2027
- Recognition
- Aug 14, 2027
A concentrated summer session with the same academic requirements and a shorter instructional calendar.
Fall 2027 Semester
- Registration
- Apr 26, 2027 – Aug 22, 2027
- Orientation
- Aug 23, 2027 – Aug 27, 2027
- Classes
- Aug 30, 2027 – Dec 17, 2027
- Add / drop
- Sep 3, 2027
- Enrollment census
- Sep 7, 2027
- Withdrawal deadline
- Nov 5, 2027
- Final exams
- Dec 13, 2027 – Dec 17, 2027
- Final grades due
- Dec 21, 2027
- Recognition
- Dec 18, 2027
Advance planning calendar. Authorized staff may adjust dates before publication.
Academic breaks and closures
Sep72026
holiday
Labor Day
September 7 – September 7, 2026 · Fall 2026 Semester
Classes and school offices are closed.
Oct122026
academic break
Fall Recess
October 12 – October 13, 2026 · Fall 2026 Semester
No scheduled classes. Online work may remain available.
Nov232026
holiday recess
Thanksgiving Recess
November 23 – November 27, 2026 · Fall 2026 Semester
No classes. School offices follow the published holiday schedule.
Dec192026
term break
Winter Break
December 19 – January 10, 2027 · Fall 2026 Semester
Winter break begins after the fall term.
Jan182027
holiday
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 18 – January 18, 2027 · Spring 2027 Semester
Classes and school offices are closed.
Mar152027
academic break
Spring Break
March 15 – March 19, 2027 · Spring 2027 Semester
No scheduled classes.
Mar262027
ministry recess
Easter Recess
March 26 – March 29, 2027 · Spring 2027 Semester
No scheduled classes during the Easter ministry weekend.
Jun182027
holiday
Juneteenth Observance
June 18 – June 18, 2027 · Summer 2027 Session
Classes and school offices are closed.
Jul52027
holiday
Independence Day Observance
July 5 – July 5, 2027 · Summer 2027 Session
Classes and school offices are closed.
Sep62027
holiday
Labor Day
September 6 – September 6, 2027 · Fall 2027 Semester
Classes and school offices are closed.
Nov222027
holiday recess
Thanksgiving Recess
November 22 – November 26, 2027 · Fall 2027 Semester
No classes. School offices follow the published holiday schedule.
New Convert weekly cohorts
New weekly cohorts are posted as authorized instructors become available.
Completion ceremonies
Completion ceremonies are published after dates and eligibility deadlines are approved.