Program Overview
This program is designed to prepare students for service in a ministry setting (with an option for certification as a Director of Christian Education or Outreach for LCMS students). Students will gain an understanding of Christian and Lutheran doctrine, beliefs, teachings, history, practices, ethics, church organization, and strategy, vocation, and outreach. Upon completing this program, students will recognize their personal identity in Christ, the broader ministry of the Gospel, and their philosophy of ministry.
CSP’s Church Ministry degree is the first stepping stone on the path toward serving in a ministry role. Upon graduation, you’ll be ready to step into the role of your choosing, such as worship ministry, missions work, pastoring, and more. Concordia also offers two additional certification options: Director of Christian Education or Outreach for LCMS students.
A Christian Ministry degree from CSP lets students explore all aspects of faith ministry, while being grounded in Lutheran doctrine and teachings. Courses cover theology, history, church practices, strategy in leadership, outreach, and more.
Popular roles for graduates from the program include youth ministry, education, church leadership and administration, ministry support, and more.
Program Details
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36 Credits (+16 for Certification)
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On Campus
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Student Outcomes
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Our faculty use their decades of experience to nurture your success from the first day of class all the way to graduation and beyond.
Rev. Dr. Samuel Deressa
Associate Professor of Theology and the Global South, Fiechtner Chair for Christian Outreach, Director of DCO Program
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