Pastoral Studies
The major in Pastoral Studies is designed to prepare students to serve in pastoral and associate pastoral ministries. The program offers a balanced combination of Bible and practical application courses.
Curriculum Highlights
- Freshman
- Old Testament Messages
- New Testament Messages
- Sophomore
- Biblical Themes
- Methods of Mentoring
- Principles of Leadership
- Hermeneutics
- Junior
- Biblical Church Leadership
- The Prophets
- Old & New Testament Prophecy
- Senior
- Methods of Church Planting
- The Youth Pastor
- The Pastor as Administrator
- The Pastor as Educator
- The Pastor as Shepherd
- The Gospels & Acts
- The Letters
For further details see complete major information:
Pastoral Studies Personal Opportunity Profile
You may also contact Admissions (1.800.BJ.AND.ME) to receive a printed copy of this information.
Key Courses
Hermeneutics This course will provide you with a study of the principles of Bible interpretation, including the history of interpretation; historical, grammatical, literary, and theological interpretation; issues related to the various kinds of biblical material (narrative, wisdom, prophetic, didactic); and figures of speech, types, etc.
Biblical Themes This is a course in which you will deal with the fundamental doctrines of Christianity as they are unfolded in Scripture, with attention given to the relationship of these doctrines to the central theme and messages of the Bible. You will particularly study timely doctrinal questions such as ecclesiastical and personal separation; and the inspiration, preservation, inerrancy, and authenticity of the Word of God.
The Biblical Minister Various facets of ministerial life and work are examined: the man himself, the ministry he performs, the message he preaches, and his methods and motives.
Career Opportunities
The Office of Extension Ministries assists qualified BJU alumni and current students nearing graduation with church ministry opportunities. Many churches contact this office in search of prospective candidates for the positions of pastor, assistant pastor, youth pastor, and music director. A personal profile may be obtained from the office and related issues may be discussed with the Director of Ministerial Training. Pastors, camp directors, mission board directors, and other recruiters often visit the campus to find personnel for their ministries.