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Pre-Ministry - Minor

Program: Pre-Ministry
Credential awarded: Minor
Total credit hours: 18
Internship/Practicum opportunities: Visit the Career Development Center for internship information.

Online Academic Catalog Details / Required Courses

About the Pre-Ministry Minor

A minor in Christian ministry from Thiel provides an excellent foundation for ministry. Here you’ll delve into practical subjects like contemporary ethical issues, history of sacred music, interpreting Jewish and Christian scriptures and philosophy of religion. It will prepare you to enter any of the nation’s best seminaries and a wide range of service-oriented careers.

Pre-Ministry Minor Objectives

The program provides foundational knowledge to help you gain a level of competency in biblical literature, Christian traditions, and many other religious traditions.

• Apply practical theology methodologies in ministry contexts.
• Develop a healthy awareness of oneself, gifts, and/or callings.
• Demonstrate competence related to skills required for Christian leadership.
• Develop effective communication in oral and written forms in the field.
• Cultivate interpersonal skills and learn to be a valuable member of a team.
• Network with distinguished religion alumni.

Pre-Ministry Curriculum

The curriculum prepares students for critical inquiry in religion with course interdisciplinary course work.

Visit our Academic Catalog (2025-2026) for course listings.

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