Pastoral Ministry Certificate
This twelve (12) course program – plus a weekend Introductory course – is designed to prepare leaders with no prior theological training to successfully provide pastoral leadership for a congregation. Coursework in the Pastoral Ministry Certificate Program provides a solid introduction to Biblical interpretation, Lutheran theology, church history, and ministerial practice.
The Program
Required Courses
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BT 221: Principles of Biblical Interpretation
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BT 311: Old Testament Theology and History (requires BT 221)
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BT 321: New Testament Theology and History (requires BT 221)
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EPR 241: Christian Apologetics
Two courses from:
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HST 301: History of the Early Christian Church
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HST 302: History of the Medieval and Reformation Christian Church
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HST 303: History of the Post-Reformation Christian Church
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HST 201: Systematic Theology
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HST 321: Luther and His Catechisms
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HST 331: Lutheran Reformers and the Book of Concord
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PT 401: Pastoral Theology and Care
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PT 411: Lutheran Worship
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PT 421: Proclaiming God’s Word
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Total: 36 Hours