Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM)
The most customizable foundation for church ministry
36 Credit Hours + 3 Field Education Credits
Master of Arts in Christian Ministry at North Park Theological Seminary
The Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM) at North Park Theological Seminary is a flexible, 36-credit-hour degree (plus three credits of field education) designed for lay people, church staff, and professionals in other fields who want to deepen their understanding of Christian faith and ministry.
Through a combination of academic study and practical reflection, this program provides a solid foundation in Bible, Christian history, theology, spiritual formation, and ministry leadership, along with electives tailored to your interests, including Christian education and intercultural engagement.
While not designed for ordination, the MACM is ideal for those serving in support roles in the church or for individuals seeking to integrate theological insight into their everyday work, volunteer service, or congregational involvement.
Areas of Study
By Credit Hour
Learning Outcomes
After completing a Master of Christian Ministry, you will be able to
- Interpret Scripture with historical and theological integrity in relation to one’s ministry.
- Convey the Christian tradition for appropriation in ministry settings.
- Articulate a theology of ministry that informs and finds expression in one’s vocation, whether lay or ordained.
- Demonstrate a growing and theologically grounded sense of vocational identity in God’s mission.
- Engage diversity and exhibit growth towards inter-cultural competence for ministry reflective of God’s global redemptive work.
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Featured Courses
BIBL 5240 New Testament 1: The Texts & Their World
This course examines the interpretation and context of the New Testament, emphasizing hermeneutical issues and historical criticism as foundations for theological interpretation. Students study the political, social, and religious contexts of Second Temple Judaism and Greco-Roman society, survey key New Testament books, and explore major theological themes such as Christology and eschatology and the nature of scripture.
SPFM 5211 Intercultural Spirituality: Praying Together
This seminar styled course will seek to address the students’ experiences of community and engagement with cultures other than one’s own through the lens of prayer. The Lord’s Prayer as a common and biblical Christian prayer will frame the conversation as together we explore its ability to cross divides of community, culture, and history.
Assistant Professor of Pastoral Care and Counseling Psychology
Elizabeth Pierre, PhD, LPC
Dr. Elizabeth Pierre brings her experiences as a pastor, professor, and licensed professional counselor into the classroom to prepare her students. Her goal is that her students integrate their learning into various aspects of their own lives as much as their ministry to others. “I love seeing people fully live out what God has created them to be,” she says.
Program Notes
Time to Completion
2 year (full time) or 3 year (part time). Plan your program.
Ordination
The Master of Arts in Christian Ministry is not designed for ministry ordination.
Distance or Local
This program can completed as a distance, commuter, or residential on-campus students. Distance students work online during Spring and Fall semesters, and travel to campus for immersion experiences. Learn more about our program design.
Admissions Advisor
Nearly all seminary students are eligible for financial aid packages, and our admissions counselors can walk you through your tuition options. Explore your cost.
The prerequisite for entrance to the seminary master’s degree or graduate certificate program at North Park Theological Seminary is a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of a 2.5. In special cases we will review an applicant who does not meet these academic requirements—please contact seminary admissions)
The prerequisite for the dual-degree options is a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of a 3.0.
To Apply
Complete the master’s degree online application. Applications are taken on a rolling basis. Start the application any time, save as you go, and submit when you are ready.
These supplemental items are required
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- Recommendations: Each application requires three recommendations: pastor, church committee, and faculty or colleague. You provide name and email address, and our application system will email secure recommendation forms.
- Essay Questions: You will find the essay question prompt and space to upload your answers in the online application.
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Official Transcripts: North Parth Theological Seminary requires official academic transcripts from each postsecondary institution you have attended. How to send a transcript
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