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Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies - Youth Focus

Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies - Youth Focus

Bachelor of Arts

Biblical Studies Major

Youth Focus

On Campus
Advisor: Garth Friesen, MA

The Youth specialization is for students desiring to understand youth and young adults and for developing skills in youth ministry.



Career & Ministry Opportunities

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

  • Youth Pastors
  • Youth Leaders
  • Reaching youth/young adults in Manitoba (Youth For Christ), Canada, and other countries around the world (YoutWAM, Quest)
  • Camp Ministries (ie. camp directors, program directors, activity programmers)
  • Discipleship Schools
  • Counselling

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.

Youth Focus Requirements

YO201 Introduction to Youth Ministry
YO301 Youth Ministry Design
Youth Focus Electives
Choose two of the following:
CO201 Introduction to Counselling
- Teaching Elective
YO202 Directing Adolescent Spirituality
- Youth Topics (3 x 1cr)
YO212 Camp Ministry

Learning Outcomes

Youth
  • Develop an understanding of youth culture and ministry from a biblical perspective.
  • Develop skills in assisting youth and young adults in their spiritual development.
  • Acquire educational theory and skills for effective biblical teaching.
  • Demonstrate the leadership, mentoring, and discipleship skills required for serving youth in Christian outdoor education.
  • Articulate a Christian philosophy of youth ministry.
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.