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Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies - Pastoral Focus

Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies - Pastoral Focus

Bachelor of Arts

Biblical Studies Major

Pastoral Focus

On Campus
Advisor: Gord Penner, ThM

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

The program equips servant leaders with biblical foundations, an understanding of our world, and ministry focus areas. This program highlights spiritual formation and intercultural ministry experiences.

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.

Pastoral Focus Requirements

PA201 Introduction to Pastoral Ministry
PA301 Biblical Preaching
Pastoral Focus Electives
Choose two of the following:
CO201 Introduction to Counselling
CM214 Discipleship and Evangelism
- Leadership Conference (3 x 1cr)
WA301 Leading and Planning Worship

Learning Outcomes

Pastoral
  • 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.
Biblical Studies
  • Demonstrate foundational knowledge of the Bible and evangelical Anabaptist theology.
  • Display competent biblical interpretation and practical application.
  • Practice the spiritual disciplines necessary for a lifelong faith commitment.
  • Develop critical thinking, researching, writing, and communication skills.
  • Implement problem solving skills in interpersonal and intercultural contexts.
  • Demonstrate servant leadership skills for ministry and work.

Program Requirements

Year One: Engage

Biblical & Theological Studies (12 credits)
BI105 Biblical Interpretation
BI111 Introduction to the Bible: Old Testament
BI121 Introduction to the Bible: New Testament
TH132 Introduction to Christian Theology
Arts & Sciences (6 credits)
- Communications Elective
- Interpersonal Elective
Professional Studies (14 credits)
CM101 Ministry 1: Introduction to Ministry
CM114 Spiritual Formation
- Focus/Minor or Open Elective
- Open Electives
- Service Learning (2 units)

Year Two: Establish

Biblical & Theological Studies (12 credits)
BI221 Life and Teachings of Jesus
- OT Prophets Elective
- NT Bible Elective
TH232 Theology of God, Prayer, and Community
Arts & Sciences (12 credits)
- English Literature Elective
HU222 Anabaptist History
HU272 Ethics
- World Cultures Elective
Professional Studies (8 credits)
CM201 Ministry 2: Intercultural Ministry
- Focus/Minor or Open Elective
- Open Electives
- Service Learning (2 units)

Year Three: Equip

Biblical & Theological Studies (9 credits)
- OT Bible Elective (Year 3)
- NT Bible Elective (Year 3)
TH332 Theology of Jesus, Discipleship, and Community
Arts & Sciences (9 credits)
HU22- Christian History Elective
- Integrative Studies
- Social Sciences Elective
Professional Studies (14 credits)
- International Ministry or Discipleship and Evangelism
- Leadership Elective
CM304 Servant Leadership Seminar II
- Focus/Minor or Open Electives
- Open Electives
- Service Learning (1 unit)
Total Requirements (96 credits)

Course is available to be taken online.