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The School of Ministry and Theology equips ministry majors with vital biblical and theological understanding, along with relevant vocational skills to establish depth in Christ and competence in a variety of ministry settings.


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WHAT SETS US APART:


Our commitment to Scripture: We believe that the Bible is God's word -- not merely a collection of human words -- and that it is authoritative and without error in all that it means to say. For this reason, we study Scripture deeply so that we can proclaim it faithfully to the world.

Our passion for holiness: We believe that God not only calls believers to be holy; he also empowers us to be holy by his Holy Spirit who dwells in us. We stand in the Wesleyan-Arminian theological tradition, and while we welcome students from all Christian traditions, we have a distinctively Wesleyan optimism about the power of God's grace to transform human lives.

Our heart for the church: We have a deep love for the church and see everything that we do as being in service to the church. Our faculty are not ivory-tower scholars but pastor-theologians who research, write, preach, and teach in order to prepare the next generation of leaders for the church.


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With a degree from the School of Ministry and Theology, you will find yourself on a path that can include a variety of ministry fields. From pastoral ministry to cross-cultural missions our youth will be prepared to answer God's call in your life. Our classes will help you explore everything from world evangelism, discipleship, counseling, chaplaincy, teaching, and everything in between.


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Max Steven McGuire, DMin
The Director of the School of Ministry and Theology

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David Case, DMin
Emeritus Professor of Theology

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Bethany Conrad, MA
Adjunct Professor/Teaching Assistant

Caleb T. Friedeman

Caleb T. Friedeman, PhD
David A. Case Chair of Biblical Studies, Associate Research Professor of New Testament

Gerald Mershimer

Gerald Mershimer, DMin
Assistant Professor of Christian Ministries

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Ronald E. Smith, PhD
President of Ohio Christian University

Benjamin Williamson

Benjamin Williamson
Associate Professor of Theology