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Children's Ministry

Lipscomb University
Nashville , United States
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Bachelors
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Early Childhood Education | Religious Studies
Area of study
Education | Humanities
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On campus
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

Children's Ministry Program

The Children's Ministry program at Lipscomb University is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to minister to children and families. The program offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Children's Ministry, as well as a minor in Children's Ministry.


Program Overview

The Children's Ministry program is built on a biblical and theological foundation, with a focus on the spiritual formation of children. Students will explore the principles and practices of children's ministry, including curriculum development, teaching methods, and ministry skills. The program also includes a service opportunity, where students will work with a local organization that focuses on children.


Program Foundations

The program is designed to strengthen students' biblical and theological foundation, as well as their ministry skills. Students will take courses in Bible, theology, and ministry, including classes on children's ministry, family ministry, and spiritual formation. The program also includes a capstone project, where students will complete a 120-hour internship in children's ministry.


Capstone Projects

Students in the Children's Ministry program will complete a capstone project, which includes a 120-hour internship in children's ministry. The internship can be combined with an independent study, research project, or a course in ministry.


Courses

The Children's Ministry program includes a range of courses, including:


  • BI 2283 - Explorations in Ministry
  • BI 2713 - Church History 1: Early Christianity to Renaissance
  • BI 3203 - God, Creation, and New Creation: Introduction to Theology
  • BI 3273 - Children's Ministry
  • BI 3513 - Introduction to Children's, Youth, and Family Ministry
  • BI 3533 - Educating Children and Adolescents in the Church
  • BI 3543 - Family Ministry
  • BI 3813 - Theology of the Church
  • BI 3823 - Christian Spiritual Formation for Community
  • BI 4503 - Old Testament Interpretation
  • BI 4513 - New Testament Interpretation
  • BI 4973 - Senior Capstone
  • BI 4063 - Family & Congregational Systems
  • FS 3533 - Early and Middle Childhood Development

Children's Ministry Minor

The Children's Ministry minor is designed for students who want to explore the principles and practices of children's ministry, but do not want to pursue a major in the field. The minor includes 18 hours of coursework, including:


  • BI 3273 - Children's Ministry
  • BI 3513 - Introduction to Children's, Youth, and Family Ministry
  • BI 3533 - Educating Children and Adolescents in the Church
  • BI 3543 - Family Ministry
  • BI 4063 - Family & Congregational Systems
  • BI 4123 - Practicum in Ministry

Career Paths

Graduates of the Children's Ministry program can pursue a range of career paths, including:


  • Preschool and childcare center directors
  • Kindergarten and elementary school teachers
  • Preschool teachers

Related Programs

Lipscomb University also offers related programs in Theology and Ministry, Worship Arts, and Interdisciplinary Teaching. These programs are designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a range of careers in ministry and education.


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