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:

Degree Type: Bachelor of Arts
Credit Hours Required: 124 semester credit hours
Admission Requirements: Students must have a US High School diploma or GED and a minimum of 50 semester credit hours from an accredited institution of higher learning. Students with fewer than 50 semester hours may apply to an Associate of Arts program to complete this requirement.
Available Formats: Traditional Undergraduate
Additional Requirements: 

 

General Education Core = 57 hours

Religion Core = 35 hours

Required Courses