Ministry Leadership Degree
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Credits
122
Course Length
16 weeks (semester)
Delivery Method
Traditional, On-Campus Lancaster, PA
Why Study Ministry Leadership at LBC?
Do you desire to be or are you currently a leader in your church, parachurch ministry or nonprofit organization? Do you love to serve and be the hands and feet of Christ? Is vocational ministry where God is calling you? If you answered yes and desire a formal education that would strengthen your leadership, faith and impact, then our on campus Ministry Leadership degree is for you.
Our program is designed to equip emerging leaders for biblically based, spiritually formative ministry in the local church, community and around the world. With a focus on Scripture, sustainable leadership and ministry competencies, our well-rounded curriculum provides students with a solid foundation of knowledge and skills necessary for vocational leadership positions in church and parachurch ministries. By God’s grace, this program is your gateway to a world of ministry leadership opportunities. Whether you aspire to be a pastor, direct a faith-based non-profit ministry or lead a parachurch organization, our Ministry Leadership degree will equip you with the knowledge and skills to thrive.
Join us in preparing for a fulfilling and impactful ministry journey. Discover how our Bachelor of Arts in Ministry Leadership Degree can empower you to lead well, think biblically and serve Christ in the Church and society. Prayerfully consider applying today and take the next step toward your ministry calling!
Program Cost & Financial Aid
Admissions Process
Can I Transfer Credits?
Yes! Read about LBC’s transfer policy.
Ministry Leadership Program Scope
Bachelor of Arts (BA) (122 Credits)
LBC Foundation Studies Courses 4 Credits
Bible & Theology Core Courses 30 Credits
Arts & Sciences Core Courses 31 Credits
Major Courses 45 Credits
Exploration Studies Courses 12 Credits
View the Academic Catalog for the complete curriculum plan, course descriptions and program details.
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What makes this LBC Ministry Leadership program unique?
- TBA
What are career paths with a Ministry Leadership bachelor's degree?
The Ministry Leadership bachelor’s degree prepares students for a wide range of technical and/or ministry contexts. Here is a sampling of careers and opportunities this degree affords:
- Diverse Pastoral Roles
- Senior Pastor
- Associate Pastor
- Youth Pastor
- Teaching Pastor
- Executive Pastor
- Campus Pastor
- Missions Pastor
- Ministry Director Positions
- Disabilities Ministries
- Campus Ministries
- Prison Ministries
- Family Ministries
- Women’s Ministries
- Recovery Ministries
- Worship/Creative Arts Ministries
- Youth/Young Adult Ministries
- Executive of Parachurch Organization
- Chaplaincy
- Missions Agency Administrator
- Faith-based Nonprofit Director
- Community Development Director
- Christian Education Coordinator
- Christian School Administrator
Youth & Young Adult Ministry Program Goals – In this program, students will…
- Biblical Philosophy of Ministry – The student will formulate a philosophy of ministry that is biblically grounded, spiritually formative, and rooted in the global mission of God.
- Spiritual Health and Leadership Integrity – The student will integrate healthy spiritual formation and leadership practices to develop spiritual, emotional, and physical health in their personal and professional lives.
- Leadership, Team, and Influence – The student will inculcate an understanding and praxis of servant leadership, team dynamics, and self-awareness.
- Ministry Competency – The student will demonstrate effective communication and leadership skills which are biblically grounded, culturally sensitive, and useful for holistic influence in various ministry contexts.
- Ministry Mentoring and Professional Experience – The student will develop effective personal and professional relationships based on mutual support and accountability for intentional ministry leadership development.
Core Courses in Ministry Leadership Program
CML 102 Foundations of Ministry
CML 210 Fundamentals of Leadership
CML 324 Spiritual Formation of Ministry Leaders
MIN 201 Strategic Ministry Leadership
CML Major Electives [2]
THE 303 Theology of Children, Youth and Families
THE 411 Role of Women in the Church
CML Teaching Elective
PAS 320 Counseling and Care in the Church
ICS 120 Evangelism and Discipleship
CFM 421 Community Ministry
CML 250 Ministry Field Experience
MIN 350 Ministry Leadership Internship
MIN 450 Ministry Leadership Practicum
CML 400 Cross Cultural Experience
Bachelor + Master Options in Ministry Leadership
LBC | Capital’s unique 4+1 program provides students the opportunity to earn their undergraduate BA degree in Ministry Leadership while also pursuing a Master of Arts either in Ministry (MAM) or Biblical Studies (MABS). A student can experience all the benefits of dynamic undergraduate student life all five years while maximize your time in college and minimize the cost of your education without sacrificing the quality of your experience. Graduate-level courses taken during undergraduate studies fulfill both undergraduate elective requirements and graduate program requirements. In the 4+1 program, students are dual-enrolled in LBC and Capital Seminary & Graduate School.
A student may opt for the 4+1 track at any point up through the beginning of their junior year. Before a student is formally admitted to the track, an evaluation will be conducted by their academic advisor. The evaluation considers the student’s previous academic performance, character and ability, and the recommendation of another LBC faculty member. Students that complete the 4+1 program can start their professional career sooner with the right credentials.
