AA in Christian Ministries

The Associate of Arts in Christian Ministries is for adults who want to increase their effectiveness to lead as Christians in their arenas of influence, be they secular, religious, professional, or personal.

Objectives:

Apply a Christian worldview to contemporary issues.
Articulate the essentials of the Christian faith.
Identify the intended message of biblical passages.
Communicate the Gospel in contextually appropriate ways.
Lead in evangelism, discipleship, and administration to carry out a ministry’s unique mission.

MAJOR24 Hours

MIN1040 Principles of Worship3

Class instruction in scriptural principles and methods of worship, coupled with field experience exposing the student to varied worship styles, and are employed to equip the student to critically analyze worship practices.
MIN1400 Personal Stewardship3

This course is designed to assist the student in being a good steward of God-given resources. While mainly concentrating on finances (budgeting, debt, giving, investing), this course will also lead the student to better choices concerning careers, honesty, wise council, time management, and planning. The student will complete an analysis of his/her current situation and develop an effective plan to become a better steward.
MIN2020 Evangelism and Discipleship3

A study of how to lead a church in effective evangelism and discipleship. Examines the biblical basis for evangelism and discipleship, assesses contemporary models for evangelism and discipleship, and equips students to formulate their own holistic plan for leading a church in evangelism and discipleship.
MIN2800 Ministry Practices3

Introduces students to the role of the pastor and key practices for pastoral ministry.
THE2100 Investigating Christian Theology I3

A systematic study of the Christian faith with emphasis on the doctrines of God, humanity, sin, and the person and work of Jesus Christ, and including the doctrines of revelation, the inspiration and authority of Scripture, the Trinity, creation, and the atonement.
Biblical studies elective in BIB3
Electives in BIB, MIN, THE, REL 6