M.Div. – Concentration in Pastoral Studies
The Pastoral Studies concentration is primarily designed to prepare men who are called to serve in the office of pastor in local congregations. A balance of biblical, theological, and ministry courses makes this a broad program of pastoral training, allowing for exposure to a range of knowledge and skills needed for effective ministry in the local church.
Vocational Objectives
- Pastorate
- Preaching
- North American missions
- International missions
- Biblical and theological studies
- Campus/college ministry
- Evangelism
| 26100 | History of the Baptists | 3 |
| 36450 | Ministry/Evangelism or | |
| 36500 | Church Action in the Community or | |
| 36550 | A Church for the 21st Century | 3 |
| 40301 | Pastoral Ministry1 | 3 |
| Restricted Electives (6 hours) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Scripture and Interpretation Elective | 3 | |
| Theology and Tradition elective or | ||
| Worldview and Culture elective | 3 | |
| Free Electives | 9 | |
| Pastoral Studies | 24 | |
| Theology M.Div. Core | 64 | |
| Total Master of Divinity with a Concentration in Pastoral Studies Requirements |
88 | |
| •Elementary Hebrew (if required) | +3 | |
| •Elementary Greek (if required) | +3 | |
| •Written Communication (if required) | +2 | |
1 Pastoral Ministry (40301) is reserved for men. Women will substitute The Practice of Ministry for Women (40302).
