Ministry
Are you ready to make a lasting impact for Christ? Our ministry program will equip you with the biblical foundation, leadership training, and hands-on experience to serve with purpose and passion. You’ll be immersed in the study of God’s Word, grounded with a strong foundation of biblical interpretation, theology, spiritual formation, intercultural communication, and ministry strategy—all while gaining real-world experience through meaningful internships, global ministry opportunities, and mentorship from seasoned ministry leaders who have faithfully served in their own ministry callings and are ready to share their wisdom with you.
Whether God is calling you into pastoral ministry, missions work, or service in community organizations, our faculty will prepare you to lead with a heart for service. Ready to take the next step in your ministry journey?
Completion
4 Years
Credits
120
Major
Ministry
Delivery
On Campus
Concentrations
As a ministry major, you will choose one of two distinct concentrations for your degree. Click the buttons to learn more about these options and determine which one is right for you.
Featured Courses
Theology of Ministry
Discover your role in God’s mission. This course explores ministry in local and global contexts and helps you develop a biblical theology of service that equips you for meaningful leadership in the church and beyond.
Interpreting Scripture
Learn how to faithfully interpret Scripture by mastering the principles of exegesis and hermeneutics. This course equips you to understand the original meaning of biblical texts and apply them to modern contexts with clarity and care.
Growing in the Lord
Deepen your spiritual life through study and reflection on sin, grace, the Spirit’s work, and Christian disciplines. Explore practical ways to nurture your love for God and others, and grow in spiritual maturity through authentic community.
Cross-cultural Internship
Prepare for and participate in an immersive cross-cultural ministry experience. This internship includes a preparatory phase followed by an overseas experience, allowing students to apply ministry skills in a global context.
For a complete list of courses in this program, view the program overview.
For official course descriptions, refer to the academic catalog.
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3+
practicum and internship experiences for you to actively serve in ministry
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100+
years of ministry experience among department faculty
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2
degrees in five years with our Fast Track program
Ministry is about people—discipling, serving, and pointing them to Christ. At Corban, you’ll be equipped to lead with humility, teach with clarity, and serve with compassion as you grow in biblical understanding and gain real-world experience for a lifetime of gospel-centered ministry.
Career Opportunities
A degree in ministry will prepare you to make a difference for Jesus Christ through roles such as:
- Pastor
- Church Planter
- Parachurch Ministry Leader
- Missionary
- Youth Pastor
- Worship Leader
- Director of Christian Education
- Community Outreach Coordinator
Featured Faculty
Dr. Jordan Newton
Chair, School of Ministry | Director of the KAIROS Program | Associate Professor of Christian Ministry
jnewton@corban.edu(509) 308-8415
