Pastoral Studies

Pastoral Studies Diploma Programs

The Diploma Programs in Christian Ministry, Church History and Church Leadership are comprehensive, biblically sound and highly challenging. Our Pastoral Diploma Programs are specifically constructed for mature Students, who are considering or preparing for a Theological Undergraduate Degree.

Prospective Students are encouraged to have an extensive Church background who desire or are called to Vocational Pastoral Ministry. While an extensive Church background is encouraged, it is not required. However, You should be affiliated with a local Church and in good standing.

Our Distance Learning Pastoral Programs are designed particularly to service the part-time Student who, because of finances, time constraints or family obligations, need to remain employed and can not travel or relocate to a Student campus. All Distance Learning Pastoral Programs are self-paced, providing You maximum study flexibility and ample time for successful completion.

View Syllabus for Diploma Programs: 1. Christian Ministry, 2. Church History and 3. Church Leadership

Upon successful completion, You will be Ordained should You desire.

Pastoral Studies Diploma Programs at a Glance

Our Pastoral Studies Diploma Programs will help prepare You for various types of Ministry in Church settings. You’ll learn a strong foundation in the Bible, Theology, Church History, Christian Ethics and Christian practices, while developing the maturity and leadership skills You need to serve God and His people.

Knowledge and Skills You will Gain

When You graduate from the Pastoral Studies Diploma Program, You’ll be prepared to:

• Develop skills necessary for lifelong spiritual growth and learning.

• Ability to articulate Bible content to others.

• Have a firmly rooted Christian worldview.

• Posses a firm understanding of the Bible and methods of Bible study.

• Formulate a basic Theological foundation.

• Proficiency in answering challenging religious questions of our time.

Potential Careers in Christian Ministry

Students who Graduate our Pastoral Diploma Programs can succeed in a variety of jobs and careers. Here are some possibilities:

• Preaching

• Evangelism

• Leadership

• Relationship Building

• Pastoral Care

• Lay Counseling

• Pastoral Prayer

• Management

• Finances

Graduate Requirements

Each of our Pastoral Studies Diploma Programs are 87 credits. There are four Core Modules and four ancillary modules. You must have a GPA of 2.5 or above to successfully pass each module. If you do not pass a module, you are allowed to take the testing one additional time. You must pass current modules before proceeding to the next. All testing is written.

Pastoral Graduation and Credentials

What is Your calling? Are You called to Leadership in Your own Church? Are You called to begin Your own Ministry? Are You called to plant a Church? Do You feel called to strengthen Your own home and family in Your relationship with God? No matter what You are called to do, Graduation and Ordination through Pastor Theological Seminary can help You on Your Ministry journey.

These documents are issued to You upon Graduation

• Diploma in Pastoral Studies

• Ordination Certificate (unless already ordained)

• Pastor License

• Letter of Good Standing

• Clergy Parking Pass

Pastoral Ordination and Ministry Preparedness

By the time You complete Your Graduation and Ordination, You will have a deeper understanding of God’s word, Ministering to Gods people, the History of the Church, Your own personal role within Gods Church and practical steps to building Your Ministry.

View Syllabus for Diploma Programs: 1. Christian Ministry, 2. Church History and 3. Church Leadership

‘We pray you succeed in all Your endeavors, and in Your Service to God.’

 

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