Department of Christian Ministries

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Why get my degree at Northwestern?

Ministry has always been an expression of Northwestern identity. We wholistically approach your ministry training to produce longevity and vitality.  

• Seven ministry majors with a strong core of Bible courses.
• Interdisciplinary majors
• Whole-person curriculum designed to develop your knowledge, character and skill.
• Faculty with diverse ministry experience to develop and empower your generation as leaders.
• Biblical worldview as a ministry foundation.
• Multicultural engagement as a ministry approach.
• Practical planning and development training for effective ministry.

NEW! Dual degree – B.A./M.Div.

Attention Future Pastors and Ministry Leaders!

For the first time, Northwestern is excited to offer you a program where you  can get your Bachelor of Arts degree in pastoral ministry and a Master of Divinity degree in just five years!

These degrees typically take at least seven years to complete, but with B.A./M.Div. you will save time and money, able to start your ministry fully equipped by the multiple internships and local pastor mentorships we provide. 

Students tour Asia for 2013 internship abroad

Professor Garry Morgan will be taking 14 students to three countries across Asia for culture and language learning. They leave on October 17th!

Juniors Mai Kia Thao and Yana Lenta, and senior Miriam Navamanie received the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, a $3,000 grant funding this adventure overseas.

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