Curriculum for Master in Apostolic Ministry

Master of Arts and Sciences in Apostolic Ministry: Advancing the Kingdom like King Jesus

This curriculum is designed to prepare students for advanced roles in apostolic ministry that reflect the life and teachings of Jesus. It aims to develop apostles who call, teach, train, empower, and send like Jesus, set an example like Jesus, advance the Kingdom like Jesus, build the church like Jesus, make disciples and apostles like Jesus, teach and preach like Jesus, speak like Jesus, heal like Jesus, cast out demons like Jesus, are led and filled by the Holy Spirit like Jesus, and are empowered like Jesus in order to explore new territories and expand the Kingdom of God all over the world. The end goal is to transform all chosen apostles into the full image of Jesus Christ, our Great Apostle. This program meets or exceeds the standards of accredited schools in America.

Core Biblical Studies Requirements (36 credit hours):

1. Advanced Biblical Theology (12 credit hours):
   • BIB 601: Advanced Old Testament Theology and Exegesis (3 credit hours)
   • BIB 602: Advanced New Testament Theology and Exegesis (3 credit hours)
   • BIB 603: Advanced Hermeneutics: Principles of Interpretation (3 credit hours)
   • BIB 604: Biblical Theology and Contemporary Issues (3 credit hours)
2. Life and Teachings of Jesus (9 credit hours):
   • BIB 611: The Historical Jesus: Context and Impact (3 credit hours)
   • BIB 612: Advanced Studies in the Parables and Teachings of Jesus (3 credit hours)
   • BIB 613: The Passion, Crucifixion, and Resurrection: Theological Implications (3 credit hours)
3. Apostolic Ministry and Leadership (12 credit hours):
   • MIN 621: Advanced Apostolic Ministry and Leadership (3 credit hours)
   • MIN 622: Principles of Effective Teaching and Preaching (3 credit hours)
   • MIN 623: Healing, Deliverance, and Kingdom Authority (3 credit hours)
   • MIN 624: Church Planting and Growth Strategies (3 credit hours)
4. The Holy Spirit and Empowerment (6 credit hours):
   • BIB 631: The Role of the Holy Spirit in Scripture and Tradition (3 credit hours)
   • BIB 632: Empowerment for Ministry through the Holy Spirit (3 credit hours)

Specialized Ministry Tracks (12 credit hours):

Students select a track to deepen their expertise and practical skills in a specific area of apostolic ministry:

1. Track A: Pastoral Care and Counseling (12 credit hours):
   • MIN 641: Advanced Pastoral Care and Counseling (3 credit hours)
   • MIN 642: Crisis Intervention and Counseling Techniques (3 credit hours)
   • MIN 643: Marriage and Family Counseling (3 credit hours)
   • MIN 644: Counseling and Spiritual Formation (3 credit hours)
2. Track B: Worship and Music Ministry (12 credit hours):
   • WOR 601: Theology and Practice of Worship (3 credit hours)
   • WOR 602: Music and Ministry Leadership (3 credit hours)
   • WOR 603: Creative Worship Planning and Design (3 credit hours)
   • WOR 604: Spiritual Formation for Worship Leaders (3 credit hours)
3. Track C: Youth and Children’s Ministry (12 credit hours):
   • MIN 651: Developing Effective Youth Ministry Programs (3 credit hours)
   • MIN 652: Principles of Children’s Ministry (3 credit hours)
   • MIN 653: Building and Leading Volunteer Teams (3 credit hours)
   • MIN 654: Youth and Children’s Ministry Outreach Strategies (3 credit hours)
4. Track D: Missions and Outreach (12 credit hours):
   • MIS 661: Advanced Cross-Cultural Missions (3 credit hours)
   • MIS 662: Global Evangelism Strategies (3 credit hours)
   • MIS 663: Church Planting and Development (3 credit hours)
   • MIS 664: Missional Living and Community Engagement (3 credit hours)

Research and Advanced Study (6 credit hours):

1. Research Methodology (6 credit hours):
   • RES 601: Advanced Research Methods in Biblical Studies (3 credit hours)
   • RES 602: Qualitative and Quantitative Research in Theology (3 credit hours)

Capstone Project or Thesis (6 credit hours):

1. Capstone Project or Thesis (6 credit hours):
   • MIN 699: Master’s Thesis in Apostolic Ministry (6 credit hours)
     • A comprehensive research project focused on a topic related to apostolic ministry, demonstrating scholarly research, critical thinking, and practical application.
   • OR
   • MIN 698: Integrative Capstone Project (6 credit hours)
     • A practical ministry project integrating academic knowledge with hands-on application in a real-world context, centered on the themes of Jesus’ apostolic methods and ministry impact.

Total Credit Hours: 72

This curriculum ensures a strong foundation in advanced biblical studies, theology, and practical ministry skills. It prepares students for academic research, teaching, or leadership roles in apostolic ministry, with a strong emphasis on calling, teaching, training, empowering, and sending like Jesus; setting an example; advancing the Kingdom; building the church; making disciples and apostles; teaching and preaching; speaking, healing, and casting out demons; being led and filled by the Holy Spirit; and being empowered like Jesus in order to explore new territories and expand the Kingdom of God all over the world. The end goal is to transform all chosen apostles into the full image of Jesus Christ, our Great Apostle.