What are some distinctives of Doctor of Ministry education?
• Collegiality – The rapport of ministers coming together around a common study for common goals is a tremendous blessing of the D.Min. experience. • Field-based curriculum – The needs and opportunities of the minister and his or her place of ministry are very much in view in the curriculum design. • Ministry orientation – Religious studies in the abstract, this is not. D.Min. studies are immediately relevant and applicable to your present ministry needs. • Personal formation – A goal and emphasis of D.Min. studies is the ongoing formation of the minister. Personal and spiritual issues are equally as important as new knowledge and skills. • Flexibility – Remaining in full-time ministry service while pursuing your degree is something that only a professional doctoral degree, like the D.Min., can allow you to do.
