Master of Divinity in Pastoral Studies—On Campus

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Prepare for Exceptional, Exemplary Ministry Wherever God Leads You

Your Master of Divinity in Pastoral Studies will provide you with exemplary biblical, theological, professional, and spiritual life training. This program gives you deep biblical understanding and excellent preaching skills so that you can communicate the Scriptures with accuracy, relevance, and transformational impact.

Through in-depth biblical and practical preparation, you will also be equipped to minister full time in a wide variety of settings, and you’ll have the opportunity to apply what you’re learning in practical ministry.

This program is also offered online

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Here’s How We’ll Prepare You for Ministry

Through your Master of Divinity in Pastoral Studies, you will:
Integrate Bible analysis, biblical and systematic theology, church history, ministry leadership, narrative preaching, and biblical languages.
Apply biblical truths and ministry strategies to the practical problems faced in churches and ministries around the world.
Incorporate biblical knowledge with preaching skills to communicate the Scriptures with accuracy and relevance.
Enhance your Bible study and understanding through user-friendly, computer-based analysis of the Hebrew and Greek biblical texts.
Develop professional acumen and experience under guided supervision through an internship.

This degree is accredited by the following institutions, giving you further confidence in a Moody education.

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In addition to courses, MTS offers an array of events and activities for student participation outside of the classroom on our Chicago and Michigan campuses:

  • Commuter and off-campus life
  • Spiritual enrichment Chicago: chapels, conferences, and more
  • Spiritual enrichment Michigan: chapels, prayer, and more
  • International student support
  • Library services

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