Master Of Ministry Degree

PROGRAM OF STUDY

Master Of Ministry Degree

(Concentration in Pastoral Ministry)

Objectives

This program of study will provide a concentration in Pastoral Ministry. With a strong foundation of theology and a practical knowledge of Biblical ministry methods, this program of study will help prepare the student for public ministry in the local church and community, as well as one on one. Anyone called to ministry, regardless of their particular calling, should possess an intense knowledge of New Testament ministry and a deeper conviction and commitment to his/her own personal call to ministry. Upon completion of the program the student should demonstrate a greater knowledge of the Bible and an overall understanding of Biblical interpretation, and possess the ability to effectively use the Word of God in Christian ministry, as well as the capacity to constructively exercise judgment and skill in areas vital to the ministry.

Course Requirements

In order to graduate with a Master of Ministry Degree (M.Min.), the student must have satisfactorily completed the following requirements:

1. Pre-requisite: Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in related/approved field

2. A minimum of 36 Credits for program completion

3. A minimum overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0

4. All financial obligations settled with Vintage Bible College

5. Recommendation by the faculty for graduation

Program of study:

Philosophy:

Comparative Religions

Apologetics

Biblical Philosophy of Ministry

Theology:

Paul’s Missionary Journeys

Theology of Man

Biblical Hermeneutics

Theology of Missions

Eschatology

Reformation Theology

Pastoral Ministry:

*Independent Research (Lab)

Homiletics

Ministry Management

Ministry, Church & Law

Pastoral Theology

Christian Counseling:

Advanced Sociology

Christian Education:

Staff Relations

Christian Ed Administration

* Independent Research may be substituted with equivalent course credits upon approval