Theology and Ministry Minor (A)
The Minor in Theology & Ministry gives you a strong understanding of the Christian faith that will support you in your chosen vocation. The Major in Theology & Ministry is designed for those intending to enter full-time ministry, whether pre-seminary, pre-deaconess, or family life ministry. A minor or major in Theology & Ministry is great for all students considering a church-work career. All students will be grounded in study of Holy Scripture, Christian doctrine, church history, and mission, learning how to speak the Gospel in the world today. As part of a Christ-centered university of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, students will learn to understand God’s Word in a Lutheran key, in which the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the truth of Holy Scripture are at the center. Our theology faculty is made up of pastors who are experts in the field and are dedicated to guiding, encouraging, and challenging students as they prepare to become future ministers of the Gospel.
Curriculum
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| Old Testament | ||
| Biblical Theology | ||
Any REL course above REL 2030 | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| REL 2020 | New Testament | 3 |
| REL 3500 | A Survey of Christian Thought | 3 |
| or REL 4000 | Lutheran Confessions | |
| Old Testament or New Testament Bible Courses (Select 6 credits from the following) | 6 | |
| Genesis | ||
| Prophets of Israel | ||
| Wisdom of Israel | ||
| Psalms | ||
| Christ in the Old Testament | ||
| Dead Sea Scrolls | ||
| Life of Christ | ||
| The Gospel of Mark | ||
| Gospel of Luke | ||
| Johannine Literature | ||
| Pauline Literature | ||
| Life of Paul | ||
| Revelation and End Times | ||
| Holy Land | ||
| Additional Religion Course above REL 2030 | 3 | |
| Additional Religion Course above REL 2030 or FAM 2100 or FAM 4310 | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 18 | |