Master of Arts in Church History (Women)

Master of Arts in Church History (Women)

In addition to serving men who plan to teach or preach the Word of God, this degree provides a solid biblical foundation for those interested in serving as non-pastoral Bible teachers, as counselors, as missionaries, as teachers in Christian schools, as lay leaders in local churches, and as wives of ministers.

Curriculum Highlights

  • New Testament Introduction
  • Old Testament Introduction
  • Church History
  • American Church History
  • History of Doctrine
  • History of Fundamentalism & Evangelicalism
  • Systematic Theology

For further details see complete major information: Master of Arts in Church History Personal Opportunity Profile (Women) PDF

You may also contact Admissions (1.800.BJ.AND.ME) to receive a printed copy of this information.

Key Courses

American Church History In this course you will study the history of the Christian Church in America from its European origins to the present. You will study its colonial beginnings, Puritanism, revivalism, the Church and the Revolution, religious liberty, the Church and slavery, sectionalism, denominationalism, and recent trends and tendencies within the Church.

History of Doctrine This class will present to you the historical study of the development in the understanding and expression of Christian doctrines in ancient and medieval times. Special attention will be given to leaders of theological thought, philosophical backgrounds in the history of dogma, and the creeds of Christendom.

Systematic Theology In this course you will study the nature, necessity, methods, and materials of theology as well as the application of principles of systematic theology to the scriptural revelation about God, man, sin, Christ, salvation, the Church, and the end times, following a biblical dispensational hermeneutic.

Career Opportunities

The School of Religion extension office will assist you in finding positions for Christian service. Pastors, camp directors, mission board directors, and other recruiters often visit the campus to find personnel for their ministries. Graduates can be found serving the Lord in a wide variety of fields—from teaching to working on the mission field.