In 2016 the Christian and Missionary Alliance of Australia (the C&MA) joined the college enabling ACOM to offer specific mission training courses for Intercultural Engagements. The Alliance Institute for Mission was formed and is a catalyst for the development and training of men and women for cross-cultural ministry.

Then in 2023, Stirling College came together with ACOM to begin the process of establishing ‘One National College’ for the Churches of Christ in Australia and the Christian and Missionary Alliance in Australia. Stirling College, established in 1907 as the College of the Bible – was the first Churches of Christ Theological College in Australia. Stirling has a rich and vibrant history, who’s passion and legacy continues within ACOM today for the common purpose of our students and mission.

Having chosen the ACOM Company and Brand as the vehicle to steward this Coming Together - The Stirling School of Community Care has been established as a vital and strategic piece for the college. It brings together: Counselling, Professional Supervision, Chaplaincy and, in 2024, Pastoral & Spiritual Care, bringing greater strength and diversity to ACOM offerings, particularly with the addition of Counselling.

Over the years ACOM, together with its legacy colleges, have produced thousands of graduates serving as ministers, evangelists, lay leaders, welfare workers, teachers, counsellors, chaplains, missionaries, and church planters.

ACOM now specialises in flexible delivery. It is a hybrid of distance learning experience, mixed with targeted in person and online student learning experiences, supported through Formation Groups and Unit Facilitations. ACOM has developed a national and international reputation for excellence and innovation. ACOM has staff (student support, academic, operations and leadership development), formation leaders, and unit facilitators across Australia.

The partnership of Churches of Christ in NSW & ACT – is an empowering gift that enables ACOM to pursue its mission and partner with interconnected initiatives.

On 1^st January 2017 The Christian & Missionary Alliance of Australia became an institutional member. This partnership adds the strength and experience of the Alliance movement who has a presence in over 81 countries around the world. This strategic partnership has seen the establishment of the Alliance Institute of Mission, a centre of excellence within the Australian College of Ministries.