Bachelor's Programs in Christian Ministries

The Christian Ministries Major is one of two ministry majors available at FCC. There are six specializations available with a Christian Ministries Major: Preaching, Missions, Youth and Family Life Ministries, Counseling, Music Ministry, and General Ministry. The following pages provide the purpose, objectives, and course requirements for each specialization in the Christian Ministries Major.

Declaring a Ministry Major

The first major for all students is Bible. The student chooses the ministry major from two available majors: Christian Ministries and Christian Education Ministries. Students usually declare their major during the spring term of their Freshman year.

The purpose of the Division of Ministerial Studies at Florida Christian College is to assist the student in the formation of the character, attitudes, and skills necessary to provide leadership for church-related ministry.

The division emphasizes the church as the primary agency for accomplishing the mandate of the Great Commission of Christ. Therefore, the division seeks to equip the student in integrating the content of the Bible into the practice of leadership ministry in such areas as missions, preaching, teaching, pastoral care, and other specialized areas of service. The division is committed to challenging the student to provide a ministry that is "strong in the scriptures" and sensitive to the needs of people.

Objectives: When students complete the required courses in a designated major from the Division of Ministerial Studies, they should be able to . . .

1. apply Biblical principles in the practice of church-related ministry.
2. communicate effectively the Word of God.
3. model character and leadership ability consistent with the mind and attitude of Christ.
4. demonstrate proficiency in a designated area of leadership ministry.
5. reach the lost with the gospel of Christ effectively and compassionately.
6. practice relationship building skills.
7. function effectively in an administrative role.