Master of Arts in Christian Ministry Course Sequence

The following is a recommended sequence of courses for the master of arts in Christian ministry (MACM) degree. Consult the MACM curriculum for a full listing of requirements.

Course offerings will vary from year to year; please consult the current academic course calendars for planning information.

Year One: Fall Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credit Hours

BIBL 5150*
Interpreting the New Testament I   3
HSTY 6210 Christian Tradition and Mission 3
SPFM 5201 Spiritual Journey 1

Elective 3
  Total Credits 10

Year One: Spring Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credit Hours

BIBL 6120* Interpreting the Old Testament I    3
SPFM 5202 Spiritual Practices 1
CEDF/MNST ****
Christian Formation or
Ministry Elective
3
Elective
3
  Total Credits 10

Year Two: Fall Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credit Hours

THEO 6330 Christian Theology   3
MNST 5108 Ministry Identity and Practice         3
SPFM 6304 Spiritual Direction and Solitude 1
CEDF/MNST ****
Christian Formation or
Ministry Elective
3
  Total Credits 10

Year Two: Spring Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credit Hours

CEDF/MNST **** Christian Formation or
Ministry Elective                          
3
CEDF/MNST ****
Christian Formation or
Ministry Elective
3
  Total Credits 6

Total Credit Hours for the Degree: 36 credit hours

Students are required to take 21 credit hours in residence at the main campus.

Field Education

In addition to these academic requirements, students must complete 3 credits of field education. See Field Education Requirements for details.