Program Details
Master of Arts in Urban Ministry
Offered By: College of Theology
Overview
Serve the Spiritual Needs of Urban Communities
The Master of Arts in Urban Ministry is designed for the Christian leader with a heart for service beyond the walls of the church. Grand Canyon Theological Seminary’s unique program prepares pastors, ministers and nonprofit leaders to bring Christ-like service to fast-paced urban environments.
Learn to contextualize the Christian message for the 21st century without compromising the integrity of the gospel. This program is an optimal experience for those seeking to conduct outreach and ministry to urban church counterparts or start a nonprofit ministry in an urban setting.
Degree Outcomes
Bring God’s Transforming Message to the City
The Master of Arts in Urban Ministry provides expert training in the dynamics of urban communities as well as the unique challenges facing the church today. You will emerge with sound strategies for ministering holistically while maintaining the priorities of evangelism and discipleship for the Kingdom of God.
What You Will Learn
Expand Your Ministry to Meet the Needs of All People
Become a more culturally competent spiritual leader by earning the Master of Arts in Urban Ministry. Learn how to answer God’s call in inner city settings through high-level course topics including:
- Old and New Testament foundations
- Christian doctrine
- Multicultural ministry
- Ministerial ethics
- Decision-making in urban ministry
Career Outcomes
Specialize in the Inner City Spiritual Care
Build a strong ministerial presence in urban and inner city committees using the foundation provided by this master’s degree program. Graduates are spiritually and professionally prepared for community-building, holistic ministry and spiritual nurturing that transcends the challenges of neighborhood settings. Graduates are equipped to serve faithfully within nonprofit ministries, educational organizations and social service programs that benefit from this kind of ministerial expertise.
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Major:
38 credits
Total Degree Requirements:
38 credits
Program Core Courses
Course Description
This course is designed to prepare students for the graduate learning experience at Grand Canyon University. Students have opportunities to develop and strengthen the skills necessary to succeed as graduate students in ministry and theology. Emphasis is placed on utilizing the tools for graduate success.
Course Description
This course examines the biblical and theological foundations of Christian ethics along with an analysis of the roles and responsibilities of gospel ministry. Significant attention is given to self-care, personal morality, and character formation as well as ethical concerns unique to ministers as they lead, equip, shepherd, and intercede for God’s people.
Course Description
This course is a study of the basic principles of evangelical biblical interpretation, exegesis, and application, especially in the context of ministry, including an introduction to the use of biblical language tools.
Course Description
This course analyzes the practical dimensions of systematic theology and assists students in making critical connections between biblical teaching and ministry within specific contexts. Emphasis is placed on faithful biblically rooted ministry, including a focus on prayer, evangelism, discipleship, and church leadership. This course requires supervised ministry hours. Practicum/field experience hours: 45.
Course Description
This course surveys the text and historical background of the Old Testament with an introduction to hermeneutics and the proper interpretation of the books of the Old Testament.
Course Description
This course surveys the text and historical background of the New Testament with an introduction to hermeneutics and the proper interpretation of the books of the New Testament.
Course Description
This course surveys cardinal doctrines of the Christian faith, including revelation, God, humanity, Christ, and salvation. Emphasis is placed on the development of sound theology grounded in biblical understandings and practical wisdom for ministry. Some attention is given to the historical development of doctrine.
Course Description
The course provides a biblical foundation for urban ministry and equips students with an overarching understanding of basic principles for effective urban ministry. Students develop understanding of the crucial position of the local assembly of believers, the history, and the various best practices for culture transformative urban ministry. This course requires supervised ministry hours. Practicum/field experience hours: 45.
Course Description
This course introduces students to the basic competencies needed for ministry in a multicultural setting. Students explore social services, community building, holistic ministry strategies, and how to contextualize the Good News of Christ without compromising its integrity. This course requires supervised ministry hours. Practicum/field experience hours: 45.
Course Description
This course is an examination of how the church’s mission expresses itself in the urban setting and the ethical implications for decisions made in urban ministry. This course requires supervised ministry hours. Practicum/field experience hours: 45.
Online
Pursue a next-generation education with an online degree from Grand Canyon University. Earn your degree with convenience and flexibility with online courses that let you study anytime, anywhere.
GCU offers the most experienced leadership in delivering online degree programs. Full-time faculty members and fully trained adjunct instructors, equipped with strong academic backgrounds and practical experience in their fields, support you every step of the way.
Designed with the career-oriented professional in mind, our online classes provide an intimate environment that stimulates engaging and challenging discussions. Choose from programs across our distinct colleges, in high-demand employment areas. Classes begin frequently.
Evening
Grand Canyon University’s evening programs cater to the demands of working professionals who prefer an in-person learning environment.
Our night classes meet just once per week and offer the interaction and discussion of a typical college classroom. Night classes are designed for a specific number of students, providing a warm and nurturing environment that supports an engaging experience.
In an evening cohort, you will progress through your degree program with the same career-minded classmates, providing an opportunity to network and forge relationships that go beyond the classroom. Classes begin frequently at various locations, including our main campus.
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