Christian Ministry, B.S.

Requirements

The Christian ministries (CM) major includes 42 hours of courses to prepare students to fill ministry positions within the local church. Students will be taught to faithfully execute and communicate scripture, effectively apply biblical doctrines, compassionately minister to the needs of the congregation, and intentionally lead the church to fulfill the Great Commission both locally and globally.

Required courses include

REL 203 - The Baptist Heritage Credit Hours: 3
REL 473 - Pastoral Ministry Credit Hours: 3
OR
REL 482 - Christian Ministries Credit Hours: 3
REL 273 - Biblical Hermeneutics Credit Hours: 3
REL 397 - Internship in Ministry Credit Hours: 6
REL 403 - Christian Ethics Credit Hours: 3
REL 472 - Contemporary Issues in Ethics Credit Hours: 3
REL 481 - Christian Preaching/Teaching Credit Hours: 3
Choose two theology courses. Credits / Units: 6
Choose three courses from the following:
REL 272 - Introduction to Christian Worship Credit Hours: 3
REL 284 - Intercultural Field Experience Credit Hours: 3
REL 405 - World Religions Credit Hours: 3
REL 461 - Race, Culture and the Church Credit Hours: 3
REL 470 - The Life and Work of William Carey, D.D. Credit Hours: 3
REL 480 - Service Practicum Credit Hours: 3
REL 483 - Evangelism and Church Growth Credit Hours: 3