Master of Practical Theology
A specialized ministry program designed to equip believers for effective practical ministry in the local church and other ministry settings, cultivating maturity and skill in the practices of ministry.
The Master of Practical Theology (MPT) is a specialized ministry program designed to equip believers for effective practical ministry in the local church and other ministry settings. The program seeks to cultivate maturity and skills in the practices of ministry within the local church and includes significant flexibility to enable the student to design his or her own program according to his or her particular ministry calling. The degree program provides a biblical and theological foundation while allowing the student, in consultation with a faculty advisor, to design a program that provides the specialized skills and preparation necessary for his or her particular calling.
Who it's for
Build a biblical and theological foundation for life and ministry through the Master of Practical Theology (MPT) degree. Our practical theology degree will grow you as a Spirit-formed servant leader, and equip you with the specialized ministry training needed for your particular calling.
What you'll learn
- Demonstrate a knowledge of Scripture and the ability to use hermeneutical and exegetical principles to interpret and apply the Word of God in life and ministry
- Explain the heritage, traditions, and practices of the global Pentecostal/Charismatic movements, including a vision for healing the schism between the Church and the Jewish people
- Communicate a biblically based and Spirit-empowered theology of ministry and leadership based on knowledge of the nature and mission of the Church
- Apply biblical and theological knowledge to one’s personal spiritual formation within the practices of ministry
- Integrate biblical and theological knowledge in the student’s specialized area of ministry
Curriculum
Biblical Studies: 12 hours
| Code | Course |
|---|---|
| BIBL 5301 | Foundational Studies in the Hebrew Bible |
| BIBL 5302 | Foundational Studies in the New Testament |
| BIBL 5340 | Biblical Hermeneutics |
| BIBL 6308 | Life of Jesus in Historical Context |
Theological/historical Studies: 12 hours
| Code | Course |
|---|---|
| BIBD 5311 | Christian Theology I |
| BIBD 5312 | Christian Theology II |
| BIBD 6303 | Christian Unity: Contemporary Issues |
| BIBH 5302 | Christian History and Renewal I |
| BIBH 5303 | Christian History and Renewal II |
Practical Ministry Studies: 12 hours
| Code | Course |
|---|---|
| BIBM 5305 | The Spirit-Formed Leader |
| BIBM 5307 | Homiletics |
| BIBM 6301 | Graduate Ministry Practicum |
| BIBM 6312 | Spirit-Formed Worship |
Master’s Capstone Project: 3 hours
| Code | Course |
|---|---|
| BIBM 7350 | Master’s Capstone Project Open Electives: can be any graduate-level courses not already required in program |
Total program hours: 48 hours