This degree has been designed for individuals serving in contextual ministries.
Traditional seminary degrees are often
out of reach due to work, family, geography,
or finances.
Our degree is offered entirely online featuring
video-based micro-lectures, ZOOM video-conferencing, and tutorial formats.
The Diploma will list the approved course of study.
Some examples include
(but are not limited to):
Master in Spiritual Formation
Master in Theological Studies
Master in Faith-Based Non-Profit Leadership
Master in Faith-Based Community Development
Faculty-Mentor Directed
The Faculty Mentor facilitates scheduled video conversations and participates in the portfolio preparation and examination.
Capstone Experience
Students journey through a series of research milestones to generate the final Capstone Project that addresses a Need or Opportunity in their ministry context.
Online and Flexible
Students set their own schedule and proceed at their own pace. Each course can be completed within 30 to 90 days.
Master's Degree
Contextual Ministry
Course of Study
The 30 credit hour course of study includes:
Four 3-credit hour courses:
Introduction to Graduate Studies
Tutorial I with a Faculty Mentor
in the area of Contextualization
Tutorial II with a Faculty Mentor
in the area of Contextualization
Tutorial III with a Faculty Mentor
in the area of Contextualization
Capstone Experience
Three 6-credit hour courses
Capstone Research
Capstone Project
Capstone Paper