2020-2021 Catalog

 

Master of Arts - Ministry - Specialization in Pastoral Care

Graduates of this program should be able to apply a core set of skills in pastoral care in order to participate effectively in God’s advancing mission in the world.

In addition to the MA in Ministry learning outcomes, students with a specialization in Pastoral Care should, with graduate-level competency, be able to:

  • Embody basic competencies and skills in the theory and practice of pastoral care.
  • Integrate theological reflection with the ministry of pastoral care.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the Ministry major begins with completing application forms and submitting them with official transcripts and two personal recommendations. The Wesley Seminary shall determine admission status from the completed forms and student file and notify the applicant in writing of the admission status granted. Regular admission to the seminary constitutes admission to candidacy for the master’s degree. The basic criteria for regular admission to the MA program within the seminary are as follows:

  • A baccalaureate or master's degree from an institution accredited by a regional accrediting body, the Association for Biblical Higher Education, or international theological accrediting associations affiliated with the International Council for Evangelical Theological Education.
  • A minimum grade-point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 from the degree granting institution.
  • An official transcript from the degree granting institution.
  • Two recommendations including:
    • One from a pastor or denominational supervisor.
    • A general recommendation.
  • A three to four page autobiography and statement of ministry purpose. The statement of purpose should reflect one's sense of God's direction in relation to Christian ministry or service.
  • A signed Ministry Context form.

Program Requirements

  • Students must have completed all required courses before enrolling in the MA Capstone course (MIN-691).
  • Registration in the MA Capstone will be cancelled for any students who fail to satisfactorily complete all required MA courses. All requirements for the degree must be completed within ten years of enrollment.

Transfer Credit

  • A maximum of nine hours may be transferred from another accredited master's program, provided it falls within seven years prior to admission.
  • Students who have taken equivalent courses in their undergraduate program to BIBL-500 The Bible as Christian Scripture, THEO-500 Introduction to Christian Theology, and CHST-500 Global Christian History will be allowed/encouraged to substitute an advanced Bible, theology, or church history elective.

Graduation Requirements

  • Completion of core requirements.
  • Minimum grade of "C" in each core and elective course.
  • Cumulative grade point average of 2.5.
  • Successful completion of the Bible Content Exam with a 70% or higher.
  • All requirements for the degree must be completed within six years of enrollment.
  • Payment of all tuition and fees is required to receive a diploma.

MA Program of Study (36 Hours)

Core Courses

Practical Ministry - 3 Hours

WSEM-501Pastor, Church, and World

3

Biblical Studies - 3 Hours

BIBL-500The Bible as Christian Scripture

3

Church History - 3 Hours

CHST-500Global Christian History

3

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or

CHST-510History of Christian Missions

3

Theological Studies - 3 Hours

THEO-500Introduction to Christian Theology

3

Intercultural Competency - 3 Hours

MISS-500Cultural Contexts of Ministry

3

-
or

MISS-510Cultural Anthropology

3

Spiritual Formation - 4 Hours

SPIR-500Spiritual Formation: Change & Transformation

1

SPIR-520Spiritual Formation: Self Awareness & Appraisal

1

SPIR-540Spiritual Formation: Goal Setting & Accountability

1

SPIR-560Spiritual Formation: Mentoring & Spiritual Direction

1

Capstone - 2 Hours

MIN-691MA in Ministry Capstone

2

Specialization in Pastoral Care

PCNS-510Introduction to Pastoral Care

3

PCNS-520Crisis Counseling for Ministry

3

PCNS-610Marriage and Family Counseling for Ministry

3

PCNS-620Cross-Cultural Counseling for Ministry

3

Elective

-
Elective

3

Total Credit Hours:36

 

Indiana Weselayan