Master of Arts in Christian Formation Seeking Ordination Course Sequence

The following is a recommended sequence of courses for the master of arts in Christian formation (MACF) degree for students who will seek Ordination to Specialized Ministry in the Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC). Consult the MACF Ordination curriculum for a full listing of requirements.

Those MACF students who do not plan to seek ordination should consult the general MACF curriculum and course sequence for slightly different 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
THEO 6330	Christian Theology	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
HSTY 7511	History of the ECC	3
CEDF/MNST ****	Christian Formation or Ministry Elective	3
	Elective	3
	Total Credits	13

Year Two: Fall Semester

Course Number	Course Title	Credit Hours
BIBL 6121	Interpreting the Old Testament II	3
THEO 7203	Christian Worship	3
SPFM ****	Spiritual Formation Elective	1
CEDF/MNST ****	Christian Formation or Ministry Elective	3
CEDF/MNST ****	Christian Formation or Ministry Elective	3
	Total Credits	13

Year Two: Spring Semester

Course Number	Course Title	Credit Hours
BIBL 5151	Interpreting the New Testament II	3
THEO ****	Theology of Service Area	3
THEO 7501	Theology of the ECC	3
CEDF/MNST ****	Christian Formation or Ministry Elective	3
	Total Credits	12

Total Credit Hours for the Degree: 48 credit hours

Students are required to take 24 credit hours in residence at the main campus.

Field Education

In addition to these academic requirements, students must complete 7 credits of field education. See Field Education Requirements for details.