Indiana Wesleyan University
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    Indiana Wesleyan University is a Christian comprehensive university of The Wesleyan Church. The University was founded in 1920 as Marion College and is committed to liberal arts and professional education.

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    Indiana Wesleyan University offers over 280 academic programs, certificates and endorsements in business, technology, education, science, ministry, nursing and more. We offer program options online, on campus in Marion, IN, and at our onsite regional centers in Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky.

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    God has gifted you with a unique set of gifts—on purpose, and for the purpose of changing the world in a way that only you can. We are here to help you discover, clarify or develop that calling. The world is waiting.

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    Whether your intent is to complete an associate degree, finish your bachelor's degree, prepare for special education licensure, enter the world of higher learning with a master's degree, pursue a doctoral degree, or earn one of our many certificates, our education programs are designed specifically for your busy lifestyle.

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Christian Ministries

SOLID PREPARATION FOR A VARIETY OF CHURCH MINISTRIES

Indiana Wesleyan University's Bachelor of Science with a major in Christian Ministries degree will prepare you to serve as a pastor or staff minister in a variety of church settings. The program combines classical religion studies such as theology and church history with practical ministry courses such as leadership, counseling, worship, and Christian education.

The IWU Christian Ministries program may be taken as either a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Arts. (Additional courses in ancient languages are required for the Bachelor of Arts.) This degree meets the ordination requirements for some denominations (including The Wesleyan Church) and provides a solid practical foundation for those who go on to seminary.

The students in the Christian Ministries program are highly active in campus ministries as well as in local churches every week where they lead worship, run exciting youth ministries, and serve in other areas.

CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES MINOR

A minor in Christian Ministries consists of 24 credit hours of courses specifically relating to professional preparation for pastoral or para-church ministry.

Students may also choose to earn an Associate of Science degree in Christian Ministries (a two-year program) for quick entry into the workforce and a foundation for further education.

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By becoming a Christian Ministries major in the School of Theology and Ministry at Indiana Wesleyan University, you will gain real-life experience working in a local church or para-church organization. In addition, you will have the opportunity to learn from several well-known professors, including Bud Bence, Keith Drury, and David Vardaman. We strive to make the Christian Ministries major the best at training students for practical, everyday, life-changing, theologically-grounded ministry.

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One of the best ways to discover a degree program is to check out the course listings. Preview the courses for Christian Ministries at Indiana Wesleyan University using the course catalog.

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