M.Div./M.Min. – Pastoral Ministry Emphasis
Pastoral work in local congregations remains one of the most visible manifestations of ministry. Even as Friends meetings and protestant churches evolve to meet the changing needs of congregants, pastoral work continues to require mature, thoughtful, theologically grounded ministers who are called to serve in this vital role.
Our Quaker understanding of Christian faith offers unique perspectives to this form of ministry, particularly aspects of spiritual formation and ecclesiology. Students who choose the pastoral ministry emphasis receive holistic training that develops emotional, spiritual and intellectual gifts. They are prepared for the rewarding and sometimes challenging work that comes from engaging people in churches and Friends meetings at a deep, personal level.
Pastoral ministry emphasis courses include Pastoral Spirituality; Work of the Pastor, the Friends Pastor; the Pastor and Religious Education; Introduction to Preaching; the Church’s Mission in the World Community; and Church Administration.
Recent and Upcoming Pastoral Ministry Courses
| 2016 | May | PM 250-T | Work of the Pastor | two-week intensive |
| 2016 | August | PM 261-T | Pastor and Religious Education | two-week intensive |
| 2016 | Fall | PM 150 | Pastoral Spirituality | residential |
| 2017 | Spring | PM 320 | Theology and Preaching | residential |
| 2017 | May | PM 250-T | Work of the Pastor | two-week intensive |
| 2017 | August | Bivocational Ministry | two-week intensive | |
| 2017 | Fall | M 120-H | Intro to Preaching | weekend intensive |
| 2017 | Fall | PM 117 | Church Administration | residential |
See complete course listings at Student Academic Services web site.
Recent and Upcoming Pastoral Ministry Conferences and Events
Students, prospective students and those interested in pastoral ministry should plan to attend the Annual ESR Pastors Conference. Contact ESR for details.