Divinity Prospectus 2019 - Regent University

LEAD THE WAY REGENT UNIVERSITY

SCHOOL OF DIVINITY

C H R I ST I A N L E A D E R S H I P TO C H A N G E T H E WO R L D

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REGENT INTELLECTUAL, MORAL AND SPIRITUAL GROWTH.

Regent University offers a Divinity program that can fully equip you in all aspects of ministry. Our devoted and experienced faculty will challenge and inspire you to lead a new generation of followers with compassion and confidence.

We prepare Christian leaders who are captivated by the greatness of God, rooted in Scripture and fully committed to the power of the Gospel of Christ.

Together, we’ll unlock your leadership potential and maximize your God-given gifts so that you can change the world — locally and globally.

“THE HARVEST IS PLENTIFUL, BUT THE LABORERS ARE FEW; THEREFORE PRAY EARNESTLY TO THE LORD OF THE HARVEST TO SEND OUT LABORERS INTO HIS HARVEST.” M AT T H E W 9 : 3 7- 3 8 ESV

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EXCELLENCE A degree in the field of Divinity will teach you to evaluate the spiritual needs of a community, lead people in spiritual formation and mobilize followers to fulfill their Christian mission.

You’ll become well versed in the history of Christianity and scriptural interpretations and learn to apply critical thinking to solve real-world challenges.

You’ll be well-trained, well-grounded and well-equipped for your unique calling with marketable skills rooted in Scripture.

From practical theology and church leadership, to missions and marketplace ministry, you will be empowered to lead a life filled with purpose and service.

“A LWAY S B E E X C E L L I N G I N T H E WO R K O F T H E LO R D ” 1 Corinthians 15:58 ESV

M A K I N G YO U R M I S S I O N P O S S I B L E Pursue your degree while continuing in your current context of life, work and ministry.

You can complete a Regent Divinity degree at your own pace and your own place.

WORD IS SPREADING Our School of Divinity is one of the fastest growing seminaries in the nation, and the fastest growing university in the nation (2017). Regent also is listed among the Association of Theological School’s 10 largest M.Div. programs.

M.Div.

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INFLUENCE O U R A L U M N I A R E O N E O F T H E M O S T H I G H - I M PA C T G R O U P S O N T H E P L A N E T

MARK BATTERSON ‘13 S E N I O R PA STO R N AT I O N A L CO M MU N I T Y C H U RC H N E W YO R K T I M E S B E ST-S E L L I N G AU T H O R

“The beginning stages of the D.Min. program helped define my leadership gift and lay a foundation for what the Lord’s done and what He’s going to continue to do hopefully over the next 30 years.”

For Mark Batterson, developing outreachoriented communities is a must. “I believe that a church that stays within four walls is not a church at all,” Mark explains.

“We want to mobilize people for the mission.”

Knowing that he would need additional training to lead effectively, Mark chose Regent’s Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) program. He was drawn to the university’s theological perspective and greatly respected the faculty — some are now lifelong friends.

Mark has seen God multiply his influence with the publication of more than 10 books, including his bestseller, The Circle Maker, his recent title, Whisper: How to Hear the Voice of God, and Draw the Circle, based on his final doctoral project at Regent.

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KNOWLEDGE A SPECIALIZED CURRICULUM GROUNDED IN SCRIPTURE & CENTERED ON CHRIST

MASTER OF ARTS

(M.A.) CHRISTIAN SPIRITUALITY & FORMATION

Apply balanced reasoning informed by Scripture and develop solutions to ministry challenges.

Interpret and apply biblical text using the Learn proven ministry methods to lead people in personal transformation — creating mature disciples of Jesus Christ.

linguistic, literary, historical and theological context of the passage.

Choose a program concentration that best aligns with your calling to lead and serve.

Online or Hybrid 36 credit hours 8 start times per year 8-week courses

Gain a solid foundation in hermeneutics, Old and New Testament, Christian theology and spiritual formation.

Learn to evaluate the spiritual needs of a

community, then design and apply a process for growth.

Explore how to interpret the Bible, reflect on

theological viewpoints and inform your ministry philosophy.

CONCENTRATIONS Church & Ministry | Interdisciplinary Studies | Marketplace Ministry | Missiology | Worship & Media

Understand the spiritual dynamics of discipleship and transformation at both individual and group levels.

Integrate spiritual practices that will help you

mature in character and be effective in ministry.

MASTER OF THEOLOGICAL STUDIES (MTS)

MASTER OF ARTS

(M.A.)

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY This professional theology degree will prepare you for practical ministry with advanced ministerial knowledge and Christ-centered leadership.

Online or Hybrid 48 credit hours 8 start times per year 8-week courses

This degree will prepare you for further graduate study, as well as theological research, writing and teaching.

Online or Hybrid 48 credit hours 8 start times per year 8-week courses

Develop as a responsible interpreter of

Scripture and leader in Christian thought.

Prepare for Christ-centered leadership in education and teaching with a ministerial context.

ØYSTEIN GJERME ‘03 FO U N D E R & L E A D PA STO R , SA LT B E RG E N C I T Y C H U RC H , N O RWAY C H A I R M A N O F T H E B OA R D, N O RW EG I A N SC H O O L FO R L E A D E R S H I P & T H EO LO GY C H A I R M A N , G LO BA L M I SS I O N S & G LO BA L A I D

“I think that founding the church is the most important impact.

Out of the church comes everything that I have dreamt about since I was a teenager.”

As a teenager in Norway, Pastor Oystein Gjerme sensed a call to ministry and searched globally for a seminary that aligned with his Pentecostal roots. He found his place at Regent University. “Regent has given me a great academic education in an environment of faith and vision for the kingdom of God,” he says.

Today, Oystein leads a multisite church that has grown from six members to 11 congregations throughout Norway. He also leads several outreach ministries — one with a goal to plant 400 churches by 2025 — and serves in leadership at the Christian college he helped establish.

Demonstrate the significance of major figures,

MASTER OF THEOLOGY (TH.M.)

Incorporate global ecumenical sources in

In just two years of full-time post-graduate study, acquire specialized knowledge beyond your M.Div., M.A. or MTS degree.

movements and theological developments in Church history. theological research and writing.

CONCENTRATIONS Biblical Languages | Biblical Studies | Christian Theology | Church History | Cosmogony

Online 24 credit hours 8 start times per year 15-week courses Prerequisite M.Div., M.A. or MTS

Prepare for doctoral-like coursework at the postgraduate level.

MASTER OF DIVINITY (M.DIV.)

Enjoy enhanced marketability for teaching at Bible

colleges and accredited undergraduate institutions.

This traditional seminary degree will prepare you for ordination and professional ministry leadership.

Gain the research experience required to pursue a Ph.D. program in the U.S. or the U.K.

Online or Hybrid 72 credit hours 8 start times per year 8-week courses

Earn advanced standing should you choose to

Expand your knowledge and skills in all aspects of

Biblical Studies | Christian Theology | Church History | Practical Theology

ministry, discipleship and Christian administration.

pursue Regent’s Ph.D. in Renewal Theology.

CONCENTRATIONS

Achieve proficiency in biblical literacy and

interpretation, Church history and theological reflection from a Renewal perspective.

Develop theologically informed leadership

practices to respond to God’s call in any setting.

Interpret Scripture with consideration of the

linguistic, literary, historical and theological context of the passage.

CONCENTRATIONS Biblical Languages | Chaplain Ministry | Christian Theology | Church & Ministry | Church History | Cyber Theology | Interdisciplinary Studies | Marketplace Ministry | Missiology | New Testament | Old Testament | Spiritual Formation | Worship & Media This comprehensive program is the standard prerequisite for the D.Min., Ph.D. and other post-graduate degrees.

DOCTOR OF MINISTRY (D.MIN.) This terminal degree emphasizes senior-level ministry leadership tools for practical application and seasoned church leaders.

Fully Online or Online with Residency 36 credit hours 8 start times per year 8-week courses Contextual cohort model

Explore how to discern vision, mobilize others to

fulfill that vision and act as a catalyst for renewal.

Develop advanced skills in decision making,

strategy building, as well as practical theological and coaching tools.

Learn deeper biblical insights and critical-thinking skills to help you dissect leadership elements and philosophical models, emergence theory, mentoring, and change dynamics.

Build a network of support with seasoned church leaders.

CONCENTRATIONS Christian Leadership & Renewal Clinical Pastoral Education Military Ministry Ministry Leadership Coaching In June 2016, the ATS Board of Commissioners approved a three-year experimental online Doctor of Ministry program, permitting online instruction to fulfill residency requirements.

SEVEN PILLARS The Regent University School of Divinity supports the mission and vision of the Church in the following ways:

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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY RENEWAL THEOLOGY (PH.D.) Become prepared for roles in higher-education teaching and research, and also gain scholarly enhancement for ministry.

Online + 2-week residency per semester 60 credit hours Fall, spring & summer entry Contextual cohort model

Explore theological thinkers and movements to

CHURCH FOCUS

H O L I ST I C D E V E LO P M E N T

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P R O P H E T I C R E L E VA N C E

evaluate contemporary theological issues.

Publish original research in Renewal biblical

studies, Renewal history or Renewal theology.

S P I R I T U A L R E N E WA L

Develop a philosophy of teaching that aligns with theological scholarship and supports teaching, learning and advanced research.

CONCENTRATIONS Biblical Studies | Christian Theology | Church History | Practical Theology

WORSHIP

NINA ANDERSON ‘14 FA M I LY & S E RV I C E PA STO R N E W L I F E C H U RC H

“Regent was the final yes to answering my call to ministry. My Regent M.Div. degree was exactly what I needed to equip people in ministry.”

Motivated by her passion for helping others find restoration and salvation, Nina Anderson serves as a pastor at New Life — a multi-ethnic, missional, multi-site church in Virginia. “Whether I’m preaching, counseling or coaching, I use my M.Div. degree in every facet of my

career,” she explains. At Regent, Nina gained real-world experience operating as the school’s chaplain, training school chaplains across campus, coordinating chapel services and interning at New Life Church. Now she expands the church’s reach by leading and training others.

“Seeing total restoration and salvation is the most rewarding experience — especially when I’m able to partner with God by allowing the power, work and reconciliation of the Savior to impact the lives of people.”

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COMMUNITY

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A C T I V E D U T Y M I L I TA R Y & VETERANS BENEFITS

Representing nearly 40 denominational affiliations, our faithful alumni have served in churches, schools and organizations, such as:

25% tuition reduction for veterans and active-duty service members.

Asbury University Assemblies of God World Missions Association of Related Churches Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center Calvary Revival Network China Outreach Ministries Christ for the Nations Christian Broadcasting Network Cru (formerly Campus Crusade for Christ) Department of Defense Elim Bible Institute Focus on the Family The Foursquare Church Global Awakening INJOY Stewardship Services The King’s University Leadership Training Lee University London School of Theology McDonald Army Health Center My Sister’s Keeper Foundation for Women National Fatherhood Initiative North American Mission Board One Focus Network Operation Blessing International Oral Roberts University The Pentagon The Potter’s House Samaritan’s Purse Strang Communication U.S. Armed Forces World Harvest Wycliffe Bible Translators

15% tuition reduction for spouses of active-duty service members.

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Post-9/11 GI Bill* Yellow Ribbon Program and Military Spouse Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) participation, as well as other generous discounts.

A dedicated military team is available to address your education and career counseling needs. regent.edu/military

* Admission requirements vary by program. “GI Bill®” is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered

by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

FIND YOUR WAY Regent University is a smart investment. Our financial aid team will give you information on scholarships and loan programs. If you’re ready to lead the way to in your field and make real change in the world, we’re ready help. We’ll go out of our way.

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Regent University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Regent University. The School of Divinity is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS), with approval for a Comprehensive Distance Education Program. The school is authorized to offer the Ph.D. in Renewal Theology degree as an experimental contextual program, combining online mentoring with intensive, short-term residential instruction. Our fully online Master of Arts in Practical Theology, Master of Divinity, Master of Theological Studies (MTS), and Master of Theology (Th.M.) degree are offered as approved exceptions to the ATS Educational Standard, sections ES.2. 1 .1, ES.4.2.6, and ES.4.2. 19; and Standard I, section 1.3.1. In June 2016, the ATS Board of Commissioners approved a three-year experimental online Doctor of Ministry program, permitting online instruction to fulfill residency requirements. Regent University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, disability, age or veteran status in admissions, treatment or access to its programs and activities, or in the administration of educational policies, scholarships, loan programs, athletics or other University programs. In addition, Regent does not discriminate based on religion, except as necessary to comply with Regent’s Standard of Personal Conduct and Statement of Christian Community and Mission. View the full nondiscrimination policy at regent.edu/nondiscrim. Questions or concerns regarding discrimination based on sex may be directed to the University’s Title IX Coordinator at T9Coordinator@regent.edu, or the US Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights at OCR@ed.gov. To learn more about Disability Services or to contact Regent’s Section 504 coordinator, visit regent.edu/ disability. Regent University is authorized to operate in the state of Virginia and is exempt from the requirements of certification by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. DIV180253