Master of Divinity
With the foundation of the Bible as the center of our entire instructional program, the M.Div. degree seeks to expose students to the breadth of disciplines necessary for ministry in the world today. The Division of Biblical Studies endeavors to prepare students to interpret the Bible accurately. The Division of Christian Thought endeavors to prepare students to think theologically about the issues of life, aided by historical perspective and systematic reflection. The Division of Practical Theology endeavors to train students to apply the Word of God through preaching, counseling, teaching, administering the life of the church, and giving pastoral care.
Designed primarily for those who expect to enter some form of ministry in the church, especially pastoral ministry, the program also allows for concentrations in Educational Ministries, Youth Ministry, World Missions, Urban Ministry and Anglican Studies. The M.Div. degree prepares students to meet ordination requirements for the major Protestant denominations in America, as well as chaplaincy service in the Armed Forces.
Degree Goals
- To gain competency with the biblical languages in order to develop exegetical and hermeneutical skills using the Hebrew text of the Old Testament and the Greek text of the New Testament
- To understand the basic content and themes of the Old and New Testaments in their historical and cultural settings, as well as the historical and theological dimensions of the Christian faith
- To expound and proclaim effectively the biblical message of redemption
- To develop skills appropriate for church leadership as a pastor, teacher, counselor, evangelist, chaplain, church planter, missionary or other role as a leader
- To foster love for God and his word and therefore to cultivate the practices of spiritual maturity and Christ-like character, and to understand the Christian’s ethical responsibility in church and society
- To acquire a biblical perspective and Christian worldview on the forces in our culture and to learn to engage those as they are at work both outside and inside the life of the church
- To develop a global vision for the Christian faith so as to foster an appreciation and commitment to the worldwide proclamation of the gospel
- To cultivate an appreciation for and a commitment to the personal and community sharing of the gospel.
Hamilton Campus M.Div. Degree Checksheet
Boston Campus M.Div. Degree Checksheet
