The Doctor of Ministry Curriculum

D. Min.

(48 Credit Hours)

Theology and Practice of Ministry-(6 Credits)

Leadership in Ministry-(6 Credits)

Biblical Interpretation and Preaching-(6 Credits)

Christian Ethics and Social Justice-(6 Credits)

Spirituality and Prayer-(6 Credits)

Research Methods and Project Design-(6 Credits)

Dissertation Completion Courses- (12 Credits)-The doctoral student will be required to complete and publish their dissertation to be awarded the Doctor of Ministry Credential. Each student will work with their dissertation chair to help them understand how to design a research study and apply the principles of research to their study.

(Each course is 10-weeks, has a textbook and required reading)

Additional Required Reading:

Celebration of Discipline: The Path to Spiritual Growth by Richard J. Foster.    

The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence.

Renovation of the Heart: Putting on the Character of Christ by Dallas Willard.

The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World by John Mark Comer.

The Spirit of the Disciplines: Understanding How God Changes Lives by Dallas Willard.

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: Unleash A Revolution in Your Life in Christ by Peter Scazzero.

The Divine Conspiracy: Rediscovering Our Hidden Life in God by Dallas Willard.

Sacred Rhythms: Arranging Our Lives for Spiritual Transformation by Ruth Haley Barton.

The Gift of Being Yourself: The Sacred Call to Self-Discovery by David G. Benner.

Invitation to a Journey: A Road Map for Spiritual Formation by M. Robert Mulholland Jr.