The Master of Arts in Ministry (MA in Min) purposes to equip persons not seeking ordination for competent leadership in an area of specialized church-related ministry. Areas of ministry specialization are specific to the participant’s ministry context in a local church, parachurch, or another church-related ministry. The MA in Ministry is not designed for those anticipating future doctoral work.

Ministry specializations of present students include: spiritual formation in the local church; ministry to young adults; church administration; women's ministry; and worship ministry.

The MA in Min will enable participants to

• Understand the biblical and theological constructs that undergird the ministry specialization
• Think critically and constructively regarding the content and processes of the area of ministry specialization
• Engage competently ministry situations in their context and culture
• Develop skills in the design, implementation, and assessment in the area of specialization
• Grow in personal and spiritual maturity