Ministry Leadership (BA) - Online
Credential: Bachelor of Arts
Major: Ministry Leadership, Biblical Studies
Location: Online
Program Mission Statement: The Ministry Leadership program exists to develop emerging leaders for biblically based, spiritually formative ministry in the local church, community, and around the world.
Program Learning Outcomes: As a result of this program, students will:
1. Formulate a philosophy of ministry that is biblically grounded, spiritually formative, and rooted in the global mission of God.
2. Integrate healthy spiritual formation and leadership practices for the purpose of developing spiritual, emotional, and physical health in both their personal and professional lives.
3. Inculcate an understanding and praxis of servant leadership, team dynamics, and self-awareness.
4. Demonstrate effective communication and leadership skills which are biblically grounded, culturally sensitive, and useful for holistic influence in various ministry contexts.
5. Develop effective personal and professional relationships based on mutual support and accountability for the purpose of intentional ministry leadership development
Experiential Learning:
MIN 350 Ministry Leadership Internship and MIN 450 Ministry Leadership Practicum
Ministry Leadership BA Curriculum Scope
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Ministry Leadership BA Curricular Structure
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Credits
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Bible & Theology Courses
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30
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Arts & Sciences Courses
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37
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Ministry Leadership Courses
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36
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Electives
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17
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Christian Service CSV 199, CSV 200
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0
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Program Total
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120
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Bible & Theology Courses (30 Credits)
| BIB 103 | Creation & Covenants: OT I | 3 |
| BIB 104 | Israel's Life & Literature: OT II | 3 |
| BIB 106 | Interpreting the Bible | 3 |
| BIB 203 | Life of Christ: NT I | 3 |
| BIB 204 | Early Church: NT II | 3 |
| THE 105 | Prelude to Biblical & Theological Studies | 3 |
| Bible/Theology Elective | 3 |
| Bible/Theology Elective | 3 |
| Bible/Theology Elective | 3 |
| Bible/Theology Elective | 3 |
Arts & Sciences (37 Credits)
HIS
| HIS History Elective | 3 |
| Human Culture Elective | 3 |
| HUM 101 | Human Thought and the Humanities | 3 |
| HUM 102 | Human Thought in Math and Science | 3 |
| LAN 101 | Academic Writing, Research, and Rhetoric | 3 |
LIT
| Literature Elective (100/200 level) | 3 |
MAT
| Math Elective (100-200) | 3 |
SCI
| Science Elective (100/200 level) | 3 |
SCI ____
| SCI L____ SCI Lab CORE 100-200 Level-1 credit | 1 |
| Arts & Sciences Elective | 3 |
| Arts & Sciences Elective | 3 |
| Arts & Sciences Elective | 3 |
| Arts & Sciences Elective | 3 |
Ministry Leadership (36 credits)
| CML 102 | Foundations of Ministry | 3 |
| CML 210 | Fundamentals of Leadership | 3 |
| CML 324 | Spiritual Formation of Ministry Leaders | 3 |
| MIN 150 | Ministry Field Experience | 0 |
| MIN 201 | Strategic Ministry Leadership | 3 |
| MIN 250 | Ministry Field Service | 0 |
| MIN 350 | Ministry Leadership Internship | 3 |
| MIN 450 | Ministry Leadership Practicum | 3 |
| MIN 490 | Ministry Leadership Capstone | 3 |
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| Ministry Development Courses 15 Credits | 15 |
Electives (17 credits)
| FAS 100 | Foundations for Academic Success | 3 |
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FAS 100 Foundations for Academic Success is required for all students studying at the sites. For students studying completely online, this course is required for all students unless they are transferring in 45 or more credits, not including life experience credits. Students should take this course at the beginning of their program.
Electives can possibly be filled through Life Experience Credits.
Christian Service (0 credit)
Christian Service provides an important part of the overall education program of the college. Its function is to assist students in experiencing various forms of practical ministry, proclaiming Christ by serving Him in the Church and society.
CSV 199 and
CSV 200
Program Director: Betty Bacon, EdS
Betty has dedicated her professional work to amplifying and instilling the truth, goodness, and beauty paramount to Christian education. Whether through teaching middle and high school classes in a private preparatory academy or being part of a ministry leadership team developing partnerships between a non-profit social services agency and the local public school district, her desire is always for students’ hearts to grow in the knowledge and understanding of the truth (2 Peter 3:18). In addition, she joyfully serves in motherhood alongside her husband, a Major in the United States Air Force, and is an active member of the PCA denomination.
Education:
EdS in Curriculum & Instruction - University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL
MA in Ministry – Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School, Lancaster, PA
BS in Bible & BA Vocal Performance– Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School, Lancaster, PA