Has your church membership plateaued? Are you struggling with trying to figure out how to reach the next generation? Do you want to lead your church into a new period of growth? If you have a burning passion to see people saved and your church grow both spiritually and numerically, the D.Min. or D.Ed.Min. in Evangelism and Church Growth can help you. Designed to equip ministers with the necessary skills to reach a lost world, this program is the perfect blend of academic preparation and practical exploration. While keeping your current ministry position, you can pursue the specific ministry track that fits your particular needs. This program utilizes the Internet to enhance your education experience.

32 Hour D.Min.*

• Foundational Seminars (16 hours)
  • Theoretical and Practical Issues in Evangelism and Church Growth
  • Biblical and Theological Issues in Evangelism and Church Growth
  • Historical Issues in Evangelism and Church Growth
  • Leadership and Contemporary Issues in Evangelism and Church Growth
• Applied Ministry Experience (8 hours)
• Research Project and Methodology (8 hours)

*D.Ed.Min. in Evangelism & Church Growth students follow the program outlined on the D.Ed.Min. program overview page. The four foundational seminars above are taken as Ministry Concentration seminars for the D.Ed.Min. program.

Learning Outcomes

1. Students will be able to demonstrate an advanced understanding and integration of ministry into various theological disciplines.
2. Students will be able to demonstrate applied knowledge & skills pertinent to his/her vocational ministry.
3. Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to use standard research tools and methods in the chosen field of study.
4. Students will be able to research, plan, and implement a project relevant to his/her vocational ministry and to communicate the plan and its results effectively.
5. Students will be able to contribute to the understanding and practice of ministry through the completion of a written project report suitable for inclusion in the seminary library.