Christian Ministries

The Christian Ministries major is designed for students desiring to enter the Christian Ministry. This may include pastoral care, chaplaincy ministries, evangelistic work, or a variety of other types of ministries which involve preaching and teaching the Word of God.

A variety of concentrations are available as well and are designed for those who desire to concentrate in a particular area of Christian Ministry along with a pastoral studies emphasis.

Objectives

Upon completion of the various programs in Christian Ministries, the student should:

• Exhibit a competency in knowing God's Word and demonstrate its relevance to problems, needs, and issues of today.
• Show proficiency in communicating the Word of God through sound Biblical preaching.
• Engage in ministry as a pastor or evangelist, or continue studies at the graduate level.
• Meet the educational qualifications to fulfill the office of a pastor or evangelist.

In addition to a primary program of preparation for pastoral ministries, students have the option of choosing among several concentration areas. These areas of concentration are:

• Biblical Studies
• Christian Education
• Church Planting
• Pastoral Counseling