Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Christian Ministry, Youth & Family Ministry Concentration
MVNU’s Christian Ministry major with a concentration in Youth and Family Ministry will give you the foundation needed to provide pastoral care and leadership to either children or teenagers, along with their families. Students in this program will receive both the academic and practical education provided by the Christian Ministry major, but will receive specialized focus and training through the concentration in either youth ministry or children’s ministry. Graduates will be equipped and ready to serve as youth pastors or children’s pastors in a local church ministry.
MVNU faculty are not only qualified academically, but also bring ministry experience to the classroom. With a variety of backgrounds in different ministry roles, and current ministry involvement, the faculty are well prepared to apply the principles of ministry in a relevant and practical way.
Practical ministry experience is a part of the program at MVNU. What you learn in the classroom will be applied in the context of a local church or ministry. Beyond the required practical experience, many internships and service possibilities are available for additional practical experience. Christian Ministry majors from MVNU are readily able to find placement in ministry positions and are serving in those roles successfully.
Curriculum
Explore a deep and wide ministry curriculum, designed to help you reach and disciple the next generation.
Faith & learning at MVNU
At MVNU, our Christian faith is at the core of everything we do. Whether it’s opening class with prayer, diving into Scripture, or examining real-world moral and ethical challenges, we’re committed to shaping students who live out their faith with purpose. Here, you won’t just learn — you’ll be transformed.
Travel
The Division of Christian Ministry offers annual opportunities to travel to countries significant to the Christian faith. Our most recent trips include:
Service Learning:
- Belize (Tropical Biology)
- Swaziland
- Haiti
- Croatia, Austria & Hungary
- Italy
- Spain, Portugal & France
- Greater Columbus Area
- Orlando
- San Francisco
- New Orleans
- Washington, D.C.
- Guyana
- Guatemala
Scholarships
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Careers
The Christian Ministry major with a concentration in Youth and Family Ministry will provide excellent preparation for those intending to serve in local church ministry as youth pastors, children’s pastors, or family ministry pastors. The program also provides an excellent foundation for those intending to pursue further education in seminary or other graduate school.
YOUTH PASTOR
Serve middle school and high school students in a church environment.
CHILDREN'S PASTOR
Work with the littlest believers and help nurture their faith.
FAMILY PASTOR
Work with couples and families to support faith and development.
Meet the Faculty
Learn from faculty members who know how to balance theory and practical application for a relevant, empowering, Christ-centered learning experience.
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