Biblical, Theological and Ministry Studies

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Chair: Dr. Dean M. Erickson

The Biblical, Theological and Ministry Studies Department exists to equip men and women as leaders to make disciples in both cross-cultural and cultural settings, and at all age levels. Christ’s Great Commission of Matthew 28:19-20 provides our mandate to make disciples of all nations. Ephesians 4:11-13 further describes the five equipping roles for building Christ’s Church worldwide.

The majors of the department combine a strong biblical and theological foundation with applied courses to deepen the global impact of our students. With each major, students may select a minor or integrative electives in consultation with their academic advisor.

Department Goals

• Understand principles for making disciples
• Demonstrate the characteristics of a follower of Jesus
• Demonstrate disciple-making skills

Degree Programs

• Bible (A.A.)
• Biblical and Theological Studies Major (B.A.)
• Child and Family Ministry Major (B.S.)
• Discipleship Ministries Major (B.S.)
• International Studies Major, Community Development Concentration (B.A.)
• International Studies Major, Cross-Cultural Ministry Concentration (B.A.)
• International Studies Major, Cross-Cultural Psychology Concentration (B.A.)
• International Studies Major, Humanities Concentration (B.A.)
• International Studies Major, International Business Concentration (B.A.)
• Pastoral Leadership Major (B.A.)
• Youth and Family Ministries Major (B.S.)
• Youth/Social Ministry Major (B.S.)

• Biblical and Theological Studies Minor
• Cross-Cultural Ministry Minor
• Discipleship Ministries Minor
• Intercultural Practicum Minor
• International Studies Minor
• Pastoral Leadership Minor
• Youth and Family Ministries Minor

• Greek Emphasis
• Research Emphasis

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