Overview

Pastoral ministry in a congregational setting presents many challenges, among them being faithful to the Gospel amidst a constantly changing culture. The Pastoral major equips the pastor for ministry through the integration of foundational and practical courses. A year-long internship must be completed in a congregational setting. Other placements can be made with permission of the major coordinator. Any inquiries related to the Pastoral major may be directed to the coordinator.

Program Requirements:

Biblical Studies (5):

• [BIBL 0501] Biblical Interpretation: Interpreting and Applying the Biblical Text
• [OLDT 0511] Old Testament Theology and History
• [NEWT 0522] New Testament Theology and History
• One Old Testament Elective
• New Testament Elective
   

Biblical Languages (3):

• [NEWT 0321] Elementary Greek I or [OLDT 0611] Hebrew Grammar I
• [NEWT 0322] Elementary Greek II or [OLDT 0612] Hebrew Grammar II
• [NEWT 523] Greek Exegesis I or [OLDT 0711] Hebrew Exegesis I
   

Theology (3):

• [THEO 0531] Systematic Theology I
• [THEO 0532] Systematic Theology II
• One Theology Elective
   

Christian History (2):

• [HIST 0561] History of Christianity I
• [HIST 0562] History of Christianity II
   

Ministry Formation (6):

• [LEAD 0510] Leadership Development
• [MISS 0782] Gospel, Church, and Culture
• [SPIR 0700] Spiritual Formation
• One Educational Ministries Elective
• One Pastoral Care or Counselling Elective
• [PAST 0701] Pastoral Ministry Major Internship
   

Courses for Major in Pastoral Ministry (4):

• [PAST 0541] The Theology and Practice of Ministry
• [PAST 0641] Introduction to Preaching
• [PAST 0546] Worship and Liturgy
• One other Preaching Course
   

Electives (4)

Total MDiv Courses: (27)