Rochester College

BS in Christian Ministry

Students may earn the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Christian ministry. This degree program includes a strong foundation in textual, historical, and doctrinal courses, along with both practical and theoretical courses pertaining to local ministry and the art of preaching.

Requirements for the BS in Christian Ministry
General Education Core 1 49
Christian Ministry Major 51
BIB 3000 or 4000 level textual with both Old and New Testament courses included (3 hours must be 4000 level) 9  
GRE 1214 Elementary Greek I 4
GRE 1224 Elementary Greek II 4
MIN 3323 Introduction to Preaching 3
MIN 3423 Issues in Culture and Evangelism 3
MIN 3523 Practical Issues in Ministry 3
MIN 3613 Counseling for Ministers 3
MIN 3623 The Church and Society 3
MIN 4533 Seminar in Ministry 3
MIN 4873 Internship 3
REL 2983 Biblical Interpretation 3
REL 3793 Theology I 3
REL 3893 Special Topics in Historical Theology 3
REL 4811 Senior Seminar in Religion 1
REL 4003 Theology II 3
Minor (recommended) 18
Electives 10
TOTAL FOR CHRISTIAN MINISTRY MAJOR 128

1 In the Christian Values unit of general education, Religion/Bible majors must take REL 1003, REL 1013, MIN 2513, and PHI 2013 or 2933. PSY 2013 is required in the Human Institutions and Behavior section.

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