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Master of Theology

Degree Type

MTh

Credit Hours

36

Overview

The Master of Theology program is designed to equip those who desire to immediately utilize information gained to advance the cause of Christ. This program provides a curriculum that will enhance pastoral ministry, lay leadership, and personal understanding of key Wesleyan theological principles. The 21 core credit hours provide a backdrop for the 6-credit hour thesis. An additional 9 credit hour concentration completes the program. Available concentrations include pastoral care and counseling and pastoral ministry.

Curriculum

Total hours: 36

Core (21 hours)
- History of the Christian Church: From the Church Fathers to Wesley
- History of the Christian Church: From 1784 to the Present
- Old Testament History & Interpretation
- New Testament History & Interpretation
- Fundamentals of Wesleyan Theology
- History of Methodism
- Spiritual Disciplines
Concentration (9 hours)

Concentration

CHOOSE 1:

Pastoral Care and Counseling Concentration (9 hours)
- Pastoral Care Giver
- Ethical and Legal Issues in Pastoral Counseling
- Integration of Psychology and Theology
Pastoral Ministry Concentration (9 hours)
- Pastoral Leadership
- Worship in the Church
- Expository Preaching

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