Pastoral

    Integrated Bachelor of Arts in
    Ministry + Master of Divinity

    A one-of-a-kind integrated Bachelor + Master program, fully online, that will be a game-changer for anyone whom God has called into ministry.

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    What Makes This Program Different

    Your heart for the church is a starting point.

    Christian leaders of today require focused and relevant skills to be effective ministers of the gospel. The Integrated Bachelor of Arts in Ministry +Master of Divinity applies intellectual and theological rigor to help you develop a deep and clear grasp on your faith, allowing you to contextualize your ideas faithfully.

    Students in this program will benefit from:

    • A total of 153 credits (compared to 192 if taken separately) 
    • Shorter to complete (5 years vs. 7 years of full-time study)
    • Cost savings due to fewer credits and shorter time frame
    • Delve into all 66 books of the Bible (the full Canon)
    • A deeper and broader theological education with less duplication between levels of education

    Our Students Say

    "My years studying at Prairie provided me a phenomenal foundation on which to enter into full-time pastoral ministry. I was provided not only a theological education, but a place to grow in character and the competencies required for pastoral ministry. Prairie gave me a unique holistic educational, where I not only received a degree, but also lasting friendships, and unforgettable life-changing experiences."
    AdamPastoral Graduate
    "The pastoral program has played a very influential role in my growth at Prairie. It has equipped me and given me practical skills to disciple people well, and has solidified the different strengths and abilities that I have. I have felt encouraged and championed through learning new skills by my professors, and feel more confident as I take steps forward."
    ShaelynPrairie Student
    "As a mature student and a relatively new Christian, I find the pastoral program and the campus community very inspirational. The quality of education and faculty are second to none."
    TedPastoral Student
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    Career Opportunities

    Graduates will be equipped to:

    • Work in leadership in a variety of roles in the church or para-church organizations such as education, discipleship or administration
    • Work in spiritual discipleship roles for NGOs, for- and non-profit organizations
    • Serve in chaplaincy roles within corrections, medical, hospice or military organizations
    • Lead a church plant or other missionary activities (international or domestic)
    • Serve as a youth worker, camp leader, or worship leader

    Program Details

    In partnership with Carey Theological College in Vancouver, British Columbia.

    This program is available 100% online. 

    Bachelor of Arts in Ministry: Pastoral Course List (96 Credits)

    All courses are three credits unless shown otherwise.

    Bible & Theology Major (45 credits)

    BT 409 Word and World
    NT 112 Reading the Gospels and Acts
    NT 221 Reading Paul’s Letters
    NT 351 Reading Hebrews to Revelation
    OT 112 Reading the Torah
    OT 221 Reading the Historical Books
    OT 343 Reading the Psalms and Wisdom Literature
    OT 453 Reading the Prophets
    ST 100 The Christian Life
    TH 100 Introduction to Christian Theology
    TH 210 The God of the Gospel
    TH 313 Creation to New Creation
    Bible and Theology Electives 200 level or above (3 credits)

    Arts & Sciences Core (36 credits)

    AS 400 Integrative Seminar
    HF 111 Thinking & Writing
    HF 231 History of Western Civilization I
    HF 232 History of Western Civilization II
    SC 230 History and Philosophy of Science
    SS 170 Christianity in the 21st Century World
    SS 210 Introduction to Psychology
    SS 261 Leadership Foundations
    Arts and Sciences electives (9 credits)
    Arts and Sciences elective 300 level

    Pastoral Major (18 Credits)

    CM 250 Introduction to Counseling
    CM 464 Pastoral Ministry Internship
    PA 103 Leadership Coaching
    PA 161 Introduction to Pastoral Ministry
    PA 211 Passionate Preaching and Teaching
    PA 480 Topics in Pastoral

    Electives (3 Credits) 

     

    For course descriptions, see our catalogue here

     

    Master of Divinity Course List (57 credits)

    Taken online at Vancouver-based Carey Theological College. 

    Foundation (6 credits)

    MLOS 500 Orientation 
    COR 500 Interdisciplinary Cornerstone Module

    Direction (15 Credits)

    INDS 610 Faith and Life: Church 
    APPL 640 Pastoral Life: Calling, ID, Ethics
    THEO 504 The Gospel in a Multi-cultural World
    APPL 624 Interpersonal Skills and Conflict Resolution
    BIBL 699 Advanced Hermeneutics

    Focus (12 Credits)

    APPL/MISS Evangelism and Mission course
    APPL Leadership and Administration course
    Electives (6 credits) 

    Free Electives (12 Credits)

    Synthesis (12Credits)

    CAPS 600 Capstone
    MNTR 500-502 Mentorship – Case Reflection and Focused Topics

     

    Graduation from this program should enable the student to demonstrate:

    1. The personal and spiritual maturity expected of a minister of the Gospel and a commitment to ongoing growth.
    2. A broad knowledge of the Bible and theology and the ability to apply this knowledge in a redemptive ministry in the church and the world.
    3. Commitment to the church’s worldwide mission of gospel proclamation, discipleship, and social change.
    4. Competence in the skills required for the teaching, preaching, worship, pastoral care, evangelistic, and administrative ministries of the church.
    5. The ability to provide effective leadership for a congregation of believers.

    Program Tuition and Fees

    For our Tuition & Fee rates as well as Room and Board please see Fees & Financial Aid

    Program Specific Costs:
    Pastoral Ministry students are charged a $100 program fee in the Fall semester.

    Faculty

    Kelly Steffen

    Program Coordinator

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    I love Prairie because of its DNA of being Christ-Centred, Bible-Based, Discipleship-Directed and Mission-Mandated. Prairie has a rich integration of academics and spiritual formation. My job is a life calling—I exist to equip emerging missional leaders for the world’s greatest need. Every day I get to work, I don’t think of it as a job but fulfilling my God-given potential and calling. My biggest joy is seeing students discipled and being sent out to live their calling. Read More.Â