BS in Christian Ministry & Leadership

This program is designed to prepare students to be leaders in a parachurch ministry, nonprofit, urban ministry, or urban mission, equipping them with the theoretical and practical tools needed to serve effectively in their local context.

Through the program, students are prepared to do the following:

Bible/Theology

1. Bible. Use sound principles of Biblical interpretation to analyze the structure, themes, and content of the Bible and apply that to local contexts.

2. Theology. Apply the foundational truths of Christian theology grounded in Scripture to local contexts.

Spiritual Formation

3. Calling. Create a synthesis of a reflective life vision and plan to enable 24/7 ministry based on God’s purposes for work and their own unique calling.

4. Leadership. Develop a personal philosophy and plan for leadership based on principles of leadership and effective ministry management.

5. Life Balance. Develop a plan for him/herself and others to establish life balance in a society saturated with technology and addiction.

Ministry & Missions

6. Cross-Cultural Ministry. Develop a strategy for effective cross-cultural management and ministry and apply that to their own organizational or ministry context.

7. Specialization. Develop skills and apply learning and concepts in one area of specialty ministry.