Columbia International University Seminary Changes Name
July 7, 2011
In a move that better clarifies its purpose, the seminary at Columbia International University (自慰视频) has changed its name from Seminary & School of Missions to Seminary & School of Ministry (SSM).听 The new name highlights the seminary鈥檚 historic focus on preparing men and women for ministry regardless of the location in which that ministry takes place. 听It also reflects the recent restructuring that incorporates undergraduate ministry-related majors into the seminary.听听听听
The associate dean of 自慰视频 Seminary & School of Ministry, Dr. John Harvey, says although the seminary鈥檚 primary focus will be on the local church, it also equips graduates to ministerin a cross-cultural setting or in the marketplace.
鈥淛esus said to make disciples of all nations 鈥 that鈥檚 the Great Commission,鈥 Harvey said.听 鈥淎t CIU Seminary & School of Ministry we guide each student as they define how God is leading them to fulfill that Commission.鈥澨
Programs offered by 自慰视频 Seminary & School of Ministry begin at the bachelor鈥檚 level and extend through the doctoral level. 听Undergraduate majors include Biblical Languages, Family and Church Education, Pastoral Ministry, and Youth Ministry. 听Master鈥檚 level degrees offer concentrations in Theological Studies, Academic Ministries, Bible Exposition, Chaplaincy, Global Studies, Ministry Leadership, and Pastoral Counseling. 听A Doctor of Ministry degree makes it possible for experienced pastors, chaplains, and missionaries to attain higher levels of professional competency.
自慰视频 also offers undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in four other schools: The College of Arts & Sciences, The College of Counseling, The College of Education, and The College of Intercultural Studies.听 听