The Indiana Wesleyan University Sports Ministry major is designed to prepare students to use sports as a platform for gospel proclamation and Christian discipleship. This undergraduate interdisciplinary major combines the worlds of athletics and professional ministry with classes from both the Division of Health and Human Performance and the School of Theology and Ministry.

Athletics can build bridges and relationships, leading to a presentation of the gospel in word and deed. The universal language of sports transcends religious, cultural, ethnic, and political boundaries. Sports Ministries graduates employ this universal language in order to share the universal love of Jesus Christ.

Successful graduates with a Bachelor's in Sports Ministries are equipped for service in the following areas: church sports ministry, sports camp, school sports ministry, sports chaplaincy, youth sports ministry, individual sport coach training and para-church sports ministry. Students may choose either a youth ministry or recreation management track, depending on their sense of calling and career goals. Learning the basics necessary for successful involvement in athletics, graduates will be prepared to boldly evangelize and shine as a light in the darkness.

Consider how powerful and rewarding a career in sports ministry could be. This truly is a "language" understood around the world. If you are interested in attending a Christian university in Indiana, we urge you to contact us at 866-GO-TO-IWU to request more information.

Courses

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MINISTRY CORE

*Students will also take 3 credit hours of a Bible elective.

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY

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RELIGIOUS AND MINISTERIAL STUDIES

HEALTH AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE

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The courses listed on this page represent a sample of courses. For the official program requirements please visit the University Catalog.

Faculty

IWU's Sports Ministries major is a joint venture between the School of Theology and Ministry and the Health and Human Performance division. This major is designed to prepare students to use athletics as a platform for gospel proclamation and Christian discipleship. Mike Fratzke, the Health and Human Performance chairperson, and Scott Burson, who has worked with several sports ministry organizations, advise students within the major.