Minor/Focus

Pastoral

Gord penner, Thm

Program Advisor

The Pastoral specialization is for students desiring to understand church ministry and for developing skills in pastoral ministry.

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Learning Outcomes

Give evidence of the character and family life necessary for effective pastoral ministry.
Understand the principles and practices necessary for effective pastoral leadership in a local church.
Develop personal gifts in reaching and developing followers of Christ through church ministry.
Have a philosophy of ministry and worship based on an evangelical Anabaptist theology of the church.
Have the entry level skills necessary to teach and preach the Bible effectively.

Career & Ministry Opportunities

Graduates are servant leaders in their churches and communities working in ministry and leadership careers including:

Pastoral Leadership
Youth Leadership
Children's Ministry
Camp Ministries
Christian Education
Missions
Para-Church Ministries
Further Graduate Studies

Graduates may also go on to serve their communities in areas such as education, nursing, business, social work, TESOL, agriculture, and domestic life. Some continue in Christian seminaries and graduate schools, university studies, or vocational training.