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Purpose of Program
The Master of Religious Education (MRE) is a professional degree for those who want to prepare for service in the church as a Director of Christian Education, Director of Program Ministries, Director of Youth or Children’s Ministry, and other ministries related to religious education. It also serves others who wish to strengthen their skills and knowledge in religious education through the study of major sources of biblical, theological, historical, ethical, and cultural studies and the integration of those studies into the ministry of education.
Program Description
The Master of Religious Education (MRE) is offered with two specializations: Pastoral Care and Christian Education. Both tracks require a total of fifty-seven (57) semester hours of graduate study as described in Program Requirements below.
The program will be taught in a non-traditional instruction format. Instead of the traditional 50-minute lecture for 3 days a week and 16 weeks in the semester, the students will meet for 4 hours a week for 6 weeks. Outside work will focus on individual learning for an estimated 20 hours a week.
Program Learning Outcomes
The educational goals of the Pastoral Care track of the MRE program:
The learner will analyze the history, teachings, and the theoretical concepts pertaining to the teachings of the Old Testament and New Testament.
The learner will be able to plan, create, and/or design effective approaches to communication of the gospel through worship, evangelism, education, and ministry within the church.
The learner will be able to compare and contrast the teachings and beliefs of the non-Christian to the Christian in America.
The learner will gain training while applying theory, concepts, and practical applications to resolve problems related to ministry.
The learner will apply counseling theories to resolve the sociological and psychological needs in ministry.
The educational goals of the Christian Education track of the MRE program:
The learner will analyze the history, teachings, and the theoretical concepts pertaining to the teachings of the Old Testament and New Testament.
The learner will be able to plan, create, and/or design effective approaches to communication of the gospel through worship, evangelism, education, and ministry within the church.
The learner will interpret scripture relevant to the use of gifts in Christian education.
The learner will develop curriculum and programs to support the educational needs of children and adults in ministry.
The student will compose a strategic plan to enhance the philosophical teaching of the Christian educator.
Program Admissions Requirements
Students are required to submit the following:
Evidence of an earned bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
A minimum undergraduate grade of “B??? average. (Upper Level Courses).
A statement of faith
Proof of active ministry involvement at a local church
A completed application for admission
A non-refundable application fee |