The D.Min. degree is an advanced professional degree which is designed to equip persons who are committed to Christian ministry to fulfill their calling at the highest level of excellence in the practice of ministry. The program of study requires a Master of Divinity degree from an accredited theological institution and sufficient experiences in ministry to insure a level of maturity appropriate to engage the intensity of the program design. The degree program identifies reflective thinking, or, more specifically, the ability to think theologically, as the primary skill essential to effective ministry. All aspects of the program build from that assumption. The degree program attempts to address ministry issues developing naturally from the global community which is the context for the twenty-first century church. Both by academic design and supervision elements, the degree intends to reflect the interactive, laity-involved, team-oriented nature of ministry required to address the needs of the twenty-first century church. For more information, email divinity@gardner-webb.edu or call (800) 619-3761.
The D.Min. degree program models holistic ministry. Worship, the encounter with God and offering of self to God, provides the foundation on which all else is based. The care of the self and care for the community of faith is the natural extension of the experience of God's love and care. Effective administration of resources enables ministry to achieve its purpose and effective Christian education enhances faith development. Committed ministry engages the world, living out the Christian gospel in both the near and distant world community. Committed ministry includes dedication to life-long learning which prepares the minister to address the world with the ever-relevant word of God.