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Gain pastoral leadership skills through the Master of Divinity (MDiv) program at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS). Our MDiv degree program has the rigorous academic courses and spiritual support you need for your calling in Christian ministry or academia. Join a diverse student body and learn within the context of a broadly evangelical ethos.

COURSEWORK

Curriculum Breakdown:

• Introduction to Theological Education: 2 hours
• God’s Word: 36 hours
• God’s People: 22 hours
• God’s World: 12 hours
• Electives: 4 hours

Track Options (Chose one)

• Church & Parachurch Ministry: 14 hours
• Academic Ministry: 14 hours
• Mission and Cultural Engagement: 14 hours

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Pursue an in-depth understanding of theology and its relevance to today’s world with a master’s degree in Theological Studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS). Apply your knowledge to your vocation, ministry, volunteer work, family life, and more through our distinguished and flexible program. The Master of Arts (MA) in Theological Studies degree is TEDS’ most flexible program both in focus and delivery method. Choose your area of study based on your interests and experience. In addition, you can earn your degree through multiple delivery modalities, including completely online. See how a theology degree can transform your life by enrolling at TEDS.

COURSEWORK

FEATURED COURSES

• Introduction to the New Testament 1
• Introduction to the Old Testament 1
• Introduction to Biblical Theology
• Theology 1: The God of the Gospel: From the Father
• Church History 1: The Patristic and Middle Ages
• Theology of Mission & Evangelism

TRACKS

• Cross-Cultural Ministry Track
• Executive Leadership Track
• Preaching Ministry Track
• Ministry Care Track

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Gain a solid foundation of theology and biblical interpretation with the option to choose your area of focus ranging from church history, systematic theology, New Testament, Old Testament, and more. This certificate is a building block for our MA in Theological Studies program.

COURSEWORK

Required

• Biblical Studies
• Theological Studies
• Electives

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Gain a deeper understanding of spiritual formation, stewarding a ministry team, curriculum building, church leadership and administration, roles of family in spiritual development and intergenerational, family, and children’s ministry care. This certificate will equip you to serve children and families in the local church and ministry contexts.

COURSEWORK

Featured Courses

• Teaching and Learning
• Educational Ministry
• Christian Leadership
• Christian Formation & Journey
• Children in the Church
• Nurturing Families in the Church

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By studying the theology and history of evangelism and missions around the world you will gain a strong foundation of anthropology, discipleship practices and practical evangelism methods which will enrich your ministry abilities both in the United States and around the world. This program equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance their ministry capabilities, both in the United States and internationally. Through an exploration of theological foundations and historical precedents, you can develop a strong foundation that empowers them to engage in meaningful cross-cultural interactions and effectively share the message of their faith, making a positive impact in diverse communities globally.

COURSEWORK

Featured Courses

• Theology of Mission & Evangelism
• Global Mission and the Local Church
• Evangelism and the Local Church
• History of the Expansion of Christianity
• Anthropology for Ministry
• World Religions
• Missional Church

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Learn how to faithfully counsel, teach, support, and guide your brothers and sisters in Christ as they seek to be transformed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Through this certificate you’ll explore ministry practices, counseling techniques, socio-cultural impacts on ministry, church leadership development, and building biblical curriculum.

COURSEWORK

Featured Courses

• Intro to Counseling Ministries
• Educational Ministry
• Understanding the Social and Cultural Contexts of Ministry
• Spiritual Formation for Ministry
• Christian Worship

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Learn to read, translate, and understand the Old Testament scripture by reading it in its original language. Understanding the Bible in its original language will deepen your exegetical study and applications of the Old Testament, making you a better preacher, teacher, and interpreter.

COURSEWORK

Featured Courses

• Elementary Hebrew I
• Elementary Hebrew II
• Elementary Hebrew III
• Hebrew Exegesis I
• Hebrew Exegesis II

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The Certificate in Preaching is designed for those who desire further understanding of and proficiency in the preaching of the Scriptures to God’s people for God’s glory. It may also be used by those who may not possess a baccalaureate degree but wish to demonstrate the ability to complete a master’s program in a ministerial discipline. Admission to the certificate does not ensure admissions to a Trinity degree program; however, it is designed so that courses completed may apply toward a future TEDS degree.

COURSEWORK

REQUIRED

• Biblical Preaching – 2hrs.
• Preaching Lab – 2hrs.
• Christian Worship – 2hrs.
• Electives – 6hrs.

TOTAL: 12hrs.

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Gain a deeper understanding of the Bible by studying the Old Testament and the New Testament history, writings, and authors. Develop a Christ-centered approach to reading, interpreting, and applying scripture faithfully through courses on theology and biblical interpretation.

COURSEWORK

Featured Courses

• Introduction to Biblical Theology
• Intro to the Old Testament 1
• Intro to the Old Testament 2
• Intro to the New Testament 1
• Intro to the New Testament 2