MS Ministry Program Learning Outcomes

A student who graduates with an MS in Ministry should be able to:

• Interpret biblical texts critically and competently, explaining the meaning of a given text within applicable contexts.
• Explore interactions between significant historical developments in Christianity and discussions concerning the major and distinctive teachings of the Christian faith, discerning various factors that have shaped them.
• Apply and evaluate current methods for incorporating the teachings of a faith – especially the Christian faith – into the lives of individuals in a faith community, beginning with oneself.
• Communicate coherently in professionally competent written form (following a standard style guide) and in effective oral form on matters of religion, illuminating historical, theological, and pastoral implications for contemporary societies.