Do you sense God calling you to full-time work in vocational ministry? The Bachelor of Arts in Ministry Leadership (BAML) degree at The King’s University is a great program for those who want to serve the local church or parachurch organization in a full-time setting.
With three distinct concentrations (Pastoral Ministry, Global Ministry, and Next Generation Ministry), the program is designed to highlight different aspects of ministry while giving students experience, a well-rounded ministry education, and preparation for the Master of Divinity and Master of Practical Theology programs, along with other graduate degrees offered at TKU.
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Concentrations
TKU’s Bachelor of Ministry Leadership program isn’t simply a one-size-fits-all ministry education. These concentrations help prepare students for specific work in full-time ministry. If you’re not sure exactly where you fit in ministry, this program will help you discover exactly where you’re called to serve.
Pastoral Ministry
Ideally, for students who are called to be senior pastors, associate pastors, and chaplains, this path gives a biblical and theological foundation on which to preach and have influence in their churches and communities. Students will learn a variety of skills, including leadership to pastoral care, from people who have practiced full-time ministry for many years. Courses include Pastoral Ministry, Counseling in the Church, Sermon Preparation, History and Theology of Christian Worship, and Introduction to Missions.
Next Generation Ministry
Becoming a senior pastor isn’t every church leader’s calling. For those who are called to reach the next generation, this concentration focuses on training students who will lead and develop programming for children, adolescents, and families. Courses include Sermon Preparation, Counseling Children and Adolescents, Human Development, Health and Wellness/Life Coaching, Models of Next Generation Ministry, and Contemporary Issues in Next Generation Ministry.
Global Ministry
For those who feel a divine calling towards missions or possess a fervent desire to connect with individuals in diverse cultural settings, this concentration allows you to discover the world from a spiritual perspective as you prepare yourself for Spirit-guided engagement in global ministry. Courses include World Religions, Anthropology for Intercultural Witness, Intercultural Communication, Biblical Theology of Missions, Leading Missions Ministry, and Contemporary Issues in Global Ministry.
Meet the Director
Dr. Jesse Buchholz
Dr. Jesse Buchholz is a seasoned leader in the field of education and a respected figure in servant leadership. Armed with a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, a Master of Divinity, a Master’s in Educational Leadership, and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction, Dr. Buchholz possesses a comprehensive understanding of the principles that drive effective leadership and holistic development. His academic achievements have provided him with a strong foundation to revolutionize the educational landscape and inspire others to do the same.
Why The King's
- Spirit-formed leaders training Spirit-formed leaders. Given that many of our credentialed faculty are actively involved in ministry, their teaching comes from a perspective of applied knowledge.
- Whole-person formation. For us, it’s not just about what you learn, it’s about who you become. We believe your transformation for ministry should include deepening your walk with Jesus.
- Culture of worship and prayer. It could be the prayer room, weekly chapel, a classroom, or just a hallway – wherever it occurs, we live a life of prayer and worship.
- Community of care. Whether you take classes online or on-ground, soul care from faculty, staff, and peers extends from the classroom into your daily life.
- Growth in difference. When you get into a classroom with different generations, ethnicities, experiences, and faith journeys, you grow both personally and spiritually. You maintain your difference, but you grow in unity.
Program Purpose
- Develop biblical and theological competence in the Charismatic tradition.
- Develop healthy leaders for Spirit-empowered Christian ministry.
- Nurture compassion for ministering to people in the Church and in the world.
- Provide a solid understanding of the gospel and how to communicate it.
- Give students ministry experience in healthy environments.
Learning Objectives/Outcomes
In addition to earning Undergraduate Core Curriculum Requirements learning outcomes, students who complete this program will be able to:
- Respond to contemporary challenges from a faithful biblical and theological perspective.
- Effectively communicate the gospel and spiritually equipping messages in various formats.
- Implement effective plans and practices for his/her spiritual growth.
- Lead people in spiritual growth.
- Provide organizational ministry leadership in his/her context.
- Articulate a biblical philosophy of ministry that emerges from a Charismatic Theology.
Curriculum
CHRISTIAN FOUNDATIONS 15 HOURS
| BIBL 1300 | Introduction to Bible | 3 |
| BIBM 1301 | Spirit Formed Life | 3 |
| BIBL 1307 | Principles of Biblical Interpretation | 3 |
| BIBT 2303 | To the Jew First | 3 |
| BIBT 2307 | Theological Foundations | 3 |
GENERAL EDUCATION 43 HOURS
| UNIV 1101 | Student Success Strategies | 1 |
| ENGL 1301 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENGL 1302 | English Composition II | 3 |
| COMS 2303 | Public Speaking and Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| MATH 1301 | College Math | 3 |
| NSCI 1401 | Natural Science and the Bible | 4 |
| PSYC 1301 or SOCI 1031 | Behavioral Science (Psychology or Sociology) | 3 |
| HIST 1302 | Amercian History 1 | 3 |
| HIST 1303 | American History 2 | 3 |
| GOVT 2301 | Federal Government | 3 |
| GOVT 2302 | Texas State Government | 3 |
| PHIL 2301 | Christian Ethics | 3 |
| PHIL 3305 | Philosophy and Christian Thought | 3 |
| PHED 1300 | Health and Wellness | 2 |
| Component Elective | 3 | |
| Creative Arts | 3 |
MAJOR COURSES 42 HOURS
| BIBL 1305 | Old Testament Survey | 3 |
| BIBL 1306 | New Testament Survey | 3 |
| BIBL 2301 | Biblical Background and Interpretation | 3 |
| BIBM 3302 | Leadership Development | 3 |
| BIBM 3328 | Introduction to Ministry Finance | 3 |
| BIBM 3329 | Introduction to Personnel Management | 3 |
| BIBM 4302 | Senior Capstone Project | 3 |
| BIBM 4303 | Senior Internship | 3 |
| BIBM 4303 | Leading Team Ministry | 3 |
| BIBM 4340 | Ministry and Administration Skills | 3 |
| BMIS 3302 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| Major Electives or Concentration* | 9 |
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING 5 HOURS
| BIBM 2101 | Practicum Prep | 1 |
| BIBM 3201 | Junior Ministry Practicum | 2 |
| BIBM 3201 | Junior Ministry Practicum | 2 |
GENERAL ELECTIVES 15 HOURS
| General Electives | 15 |
MAJOR CONCENTRATIONS* 9 HOURS
Pastoral Ministry OR Global Ministry OR Next Gen Ministry
| Pastoral Ministry | ||
| BIBM 2304 | Pastoral Ministry | 3 |
| BIBM 3326 | Developing Curriculum for Discipleship | 3 |
| BIBM 3327 | Spiritual Formation in the Local Church | 3 |
| Global Ministry | ||
| BMIS 2302 | Anthropology for Intercultural Witness | 3 |
| BMIS 3303 | Biblical Theology of Missions | 3 |
| BIBT 3305 | World Religions | 3 |
| Next Gen Ministry | ||
| BIBM 2303 | Sermon Preparation | 3 |
| BIBM 3330 | Models of Next Generation of Ministry | 3 |
| BIBM 4306 | Contemporary Issues in Next Generation Ministry | 3 |
BAML MINOR 15 HOURS
| BIBL 1305 | Old Testament Survey | 3 |
| BIBL 1306 | New Testament Survey | 3 |
| BIBL 2301 | Biblical Background and Interpretation | 3 |
| BMIS 3302 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| BIBM 3302 | Leadership Development | 3 |
