Overview

Pastoral Ministry Major

The Pastoral Ministry major is designed for male students who plan to serve as senior or associate pastors in the local church. It is intended to equip the student with the foundational competencies that will enable him to lead a local church or to serve effectively as a part of the church’s pastoral staff.

Program Objectives

The student who completes the Pastoral Ministry major should

• Possess the foundational skills that would enable him to serve a congregation as pastor upon graduation
• Know the principles and dynamics that contribute to effective congregational leadership
• Be able to formulate and deliver an expository message
• Be able to articulate a philosophy of pastoral ministry