The purpose of the School of Educational Ministries is to develop spiritual leaders who will fulfill the Great Commission by equipping and mobilizing people to worship, evangelize, disciple, and minister through the educational ministries of the church.
The school finds its charge in Ephesians 4:11: “It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of service so that the body of Christ may be built up.” Christian education is equipping and mobilizing God’s people to serve Him.
To accomplish this task, the school provides a Christ-centered, biblically-based education that enables students to integrate faith and practice. The talented faculty of the School of Educational Ministries brings to the classroom a rich background of effective ministry in local churches, mission fields, and counseling practices. Teaching is practical and experiential. Faculty members are actively involved in ministry, continuing to serve in church staff and ministry positions.
We are committed to equip students for lives of spiritual growth and moral integrity. Our graduates serve faithfully in a variety of leadership roles in the church, in denominational agencies and institutions, and on national and international mission fields.
We believe personal relationships are essential for spiritual growth and effective ministry. In a community of faith, students are encouraged to develop mentor relationships with faculty, staff, and ministers in the area. Supervised experiences provide practical training that enables students to learn innovative strategies for evangelizing and ministering to a changing world.