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Christian Ministry
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Christian Ministry Program is the prepare individuals for professional service within the church and to develop spiritual maturity, leadership, knowledge and practical wisdom through classroom education, experiential learning, and service. Further, the Christian Ministry Program seeks to prepare graduates for a lifetime of learning through graduate schools, seminaries, and/or professional development.
Bethany College has added a concentration in Outdoor Ministry as a part of its Christian Ministry major which will prepare students for camp and retreat ministries. More>
| Bethany College provides a solid and diverse classroom foundation for Christian Ministry through courses in: Bible, Theology, Church History, World Religions, Psychology, Social Work, Education, Music, and Philosophy. In addition, students have many opportunities for hands-on learning through Experience Based Education, Campus Ministry organizations, and specialized ministry courses.
Each student chooses an area of academic concentration: Youth and Family Ministry, Outdoor Ministry, or Pre-Seminary.
Some courses are taken by all Christian Ministry majors while others vary with the concentration chosen.
A Christian Ministry minor (a less extensive program of study) is also offered. This allows students interested in Christian Ministry to combine that interest with preparation for another career. For example, students interested in Christian Education are encouraged to combine an Education major with the Christian Ministry minor, and those interested in Social Justice and Service are encouraged to combine a Social Work major with the Christian Ministry minor. Students interested in Sacred Music can pursue the Sacred Music major.
A contract major can also be tailored to meet a student’s specific needs and interests.
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Through Bethany’s Experience-Based Education Program, Christian Ministry students engage in active learning and service related internships that help prepare them for career opportunities in ministry.
Career Opportunities
Christian Ministry careers are diverse, offering many possibilities for person with various interests and talents.
Career opportunities include:
Pastor/Ordained Minister
Youth Director
Professional in a Christian Social Service Agency
Missionary
Outdoor Ministry
Teacher/Professor of Religion
Director of Christian Education
Political Advocate
Private School Teacher
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Schedule a Campus Visit!
We encourage you to contact us by phone, e-mail, letter or through our web site.
Visit us! Experience Bethany College first hand. Let us talk with you about our programs, show you around the campus and treat you to lunch! Call our Admissions Office at (800) 826-2281 and set up your visit.
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