Drury GO Service and Faith in Ministry Certificate

The Service in Faith and Ministry Certificate enables DruryGO students to participate in a collaborative effort between Drury and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Mid-American Region that provides opportunities for students with an interest in ministry and church service to engage in pulpit supply and other work in congregations that may not be able to fill the pulpit with a full time ordained pastor, but can fund this work, together with the appropriate stipend for a supervising pastor who would guide the participating student. This certificate reinforces Drury University’s relationship with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and provides meaningful opportunities for serving communities while at the same time fostering the spiritual and imaginative sensibilities of students in new ways.

The Service in Faith and Ministry Certificate requires 18 credit hours of coursework.

Why take this certificate?

• Share your faith and have a passion for ministry
• Learn about the different careers in ministry
• Prepare yourself for a leadership role in church organizations or missionary work
• Gain knowledge of other disciplines through a holistic approach and learn to work effectively with other team players from diverse backgrounds and perspectives
• Build valuable skills that directly apply to your ministry work, including biblical literacy and exegetical skills, critical thinking, and sensitivity toward diversity. You’ll also develop effective leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Who is it for?

Professionals or students who need to:

• Enhance their theological foundation by studying biblical principles
• Learn different ways to immerse themselves into society while engaging with scripture.
• Develop a multi-lens perspective that understands the needs of churches today
• Create and communicate knowledge that spans various aspects of ministry

Careers

• Pastor
• Director of Children’s Ministry
• Camp director
• Teacher
• Church Administration
• Worship Leader
• Nonprofit Coordinator
• Professor