Western Seminary Sacramento

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A. - Ministry and Leadership (Coaching, Pastoral Care to Women, and an Open Track) *Other tracks are available through a combination of on-campus classes and distance learning classes., Graduate Studies Certificate; Graduate Studies Diploma

Program Description:

Western Seminary offers the Master of Arts in Ministry and Leadership degree for students seeking to develop the core ministry and leadership skills necessary to be effective in a variety of ministry contexts. For example, they may serve as associate pastors on a church staff, in parachurch agencies, or in specialized areas of ministry (e.g. chaplaincy, coaching, youth ministry, women's ministry, etc.). The program is not recommended for those preparing for a ministry where ordination is expected or required (e.g., the pastorate) or for those who anticipate subsequent Doctor of Ministry studies.
Students will take a common sequence of courses to build the core outcomes in spiritual formation, biblical and theological studies, and ministry studies. As students proceed with their classroom studies, they will be challenged to put what they learn into action through mentored field ministry. The interaction between student, faculty advisor and ministry mentor will facilitate the refining of ministry effectiveness by identifying areas of strength to be honed and areas of critical weakness to be improved. Building on these core areas, students will develop more specialized ministry and leadership skills through their electives.

Accreditation:

Western Seminary is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and the Association of Theological Schools (ATS).

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Format: Campus