Master of Arts in Christian Ministry

Purpose of the Program

The Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM) is a 72-hour program designed for those who desire to serve the church or a church-related ministry. The Interdisciplinary program provides a well-rounded biblical, theological, and practical understanding of the Christian faith in relation to other disciplines. Students may develop a concentration in one of three areas: Christian Counseling, Global Leadership, or Leadership Coaching. A minimum of 32 hours in a specific area must be taken to establish a concentration. The program is for the following:

1. Christian workers (professional or lay) in positions where the master’s degree will allow entrance into a Christian vocation which would not otherwise be possible; and
2. Those who need a general seminary education and wish to gain further knowledge in areas associated with practical interdisciplinary Christian ministry, and
3. Those who desire to gain expertise in the specific areas of Christian Counseling or Global Leadership.

General Admission Requirements

The normal prerequisite for the MACM is a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. Applicants should have a minimum GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants must have read and signed that they are in agreement with and will uphold the Doctrinal Statement (pages 14 -15), that they will abide by financial policies and academic policies, and that they will adhere to the regulations described in the Code of Conduct and Drug Policy. All additional requirements can be found on the Application for Admission.

Interdisciplinary Learning Outcomes

1. Acquire a basic understanding of the Bible, theology, and practical ministry; and
2. Acquire an understanding of the relationship between biblical and theological disciplines and the integration of practical ministry within those disciplines.

Global Leadership Learning Outcomes

1. Acquire an ability to move toward spiritual and emotional health and maturity;
2. Acquire experiential knowledge of the stages of leadership development;
3. Acquire an ability to lead out of the model and example of Jesus as a servant leader;
4. Acquire practical knowledge and experience of team dynamics and the ability to develop and lead a team toward mutual accomplishment of God-given missional goals;

Christian Counseling Learning Outcomes

1. Acquire an understanding of the foundational elements of Christian counseling;
2. Acquire a biblical worldview by studying God’s revelation in counseling;
3. Acquire an understanding of the various types of counseling toward the goal of biblical integration within the framework of Christian principles and practice; and
4. Acquire an ability to apply basic counseling and referral skills in a multi-cultural society.

Leadership Coaching Learning Outcomes

1. Acquire knowledge and skills of coaching foundations including meeting ethical guidelines and professional standards and establishing the coaching agreement;
2. Acquire skills in co-creating the coaching relationship including establishing trust;
3. Acquire communication skills, i.e., active listening, vital questions, and direct communication leading to awareness, designed actions, planning, goal setting, progress, and accountability;
4. Acquire skills to assist a wide-range of organizational leaders i.e., executives and pastors.

Master of Arts in Christian Ministry Program Requirements

Note: The MACM with a concentration in Christian Counseling fulfills some (but not all) of the requirements necessary for State of Washington licensing. Specific requirements vary from state-to-state, so contact your resident state education department for information regarding licensing.