BA IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES
Miami, FL | North Lauderdale, FL
WHY STUDY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES AT TRINITY FLORIDA?
All Christian Ministries students participate in a reflective ministry internship, a hope-filled mentoring experience that provides first-hand exposure to diverse areas of ministry under appropriate supervision. Throughout the program you will learn what it means to worship God in faithfulness and how to build bridges in love across cultural boundaries. Students who study together have several common interests: a passion for the Lord, a love for people, and a desire to see this world transformed for the glory of God. All students in the program seek to enhance their understanding and skills in ministry, whether they are entering or already participating in Christian service. Does this describe you? If so, Trinity Florida will prepare you both theologically and practically in the areas of personal maturity, relational competence, and ministry skills to engage contemporary culture through Christ for His kingdom.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO EARN MY DEGREE?
In addition to the core required courses across all majors, Christian Ministry majors complete 54 credit hours in their program. The Christian Ministries major is part of Trinity Florida’s undergraduate program, which offers unique opportunities for learners to enhance their professional goals through accelerated education. Most Christian Ministries majors who enroll without college credits complete their degree in four years but you are free to go at your own pace.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
In addition to the core required courses across all majors, students pursuing a Christian Ministries degree will focus on the following areas: biblical interpretation, ministry, and theology.
You’ll take interesting courses like:
- Life of Christ
- Teaching the Bible
- Spiritual Formation
- Foundations of Christian Counseling
Christian Ministries Core Courses
| REQUIRED COURSES (54 credit hrs) | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| BI 210 | Biblical Interpretation | 3 hrs |
| BI 275 | Teaching the Bible | 3 hrs |
| BI 304 | Old Testament Prophetic Books | 3 hrs |
| BI 306 | Old Testament Poetic Books | 3 hrs |
| BI 312 | Life of Christ | 3 hrs |
| BI 335 | Theology of the General Epistles | 3 hrs |
| BI 336 | Theology of the Pauline Epistles | 3 hrs |
| BRS 340 | History of Christianity | 3 hrs |
| BRS 220 | Systematic Theology | 3 hrs |
| BUS 214 | Principles of Nonprofit Management | 3 hrs |
| BUS 371 | Board Governance/Volunteer Management | 3 hrs |
| CM 181 | Spiritual Formation | 3 hrs |
| CM 210 | Ministry in its Cultural Context | 3 hrs |
| CM 211 | Theology and Practice of Pastoral Ministry | 3 hrs |
| CM 321 | Theology and Practice of Evangelism | 3 hrs |
| PSY 375 | Foundations of Christian Counseling | 3 hrs |
| CM 446 | Reflective Internship in Christian Ministries | 3 hrs |
| PSY 383 | Martial Counseling | 3 hrs |
CAREER OUTCOMES
In addition to being well-prepared for graduate degrees in Christian Studies, Divinity, and Religious Studies, students who earn a BA in Christian Ministries serve the Lord in many of the following ways:
- Campus Ministry
- Christian Camp Leadership
- Cross-Cultural Ministry/Missions
- Evangelistic Outreach Ministry
- Preaching and other forms of Pastoral Ministry
- Bible Study Leadership and Teaching
- Inner City Ministry
- Local Church Ministry
- Children’s Ministry
- Youth Ministry
- Family Ministry
- Discipleship/Small Groups Ministry
- Para-church Ministry
DID YOU KNOW?
Trinity Florida is part of Trinity International University. Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS), listed among the top 10 divinity schools in the United States, is also part of Trinity International University. Biblical Studies majors often choose to pursue graduate studies (like the Master of Divinity) at TEDS after completing their degree.
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