McMurry University
Located in Abilene, Texas, McMurry University offers a comprehensive program in Christian Ministry that prepares students for ministry, seminary education, and various service-oriented careers. The Department of Religion and Philosophy provides a strong foundation by integrating practical subjects such as pastoral care, counseling, preaching, and worship with in-depth training in biblical studies and theology.
The program offers a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry, with opportunities to complete a minor in a separate discipline and engage in foreign-language study. Additionally, the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies with a Christian Ministry concentration equips students with the skills essential for serving as ministers in the United Methodist Church.
Graduates develop a personal philosophy of ministry and gain the necessary skills for spiritual development, discipleship, evangelism, and leadership roles within the church and beyond. The program sets graduates on a path toward professional roles such as administrative pastor, small group leader, and associate pastor.
DETAILED INFORMATION:
- Founded: 1923
- Phone: 325-793-3800
- Cost: $22,098 / year
- Students: 998 Undergrads
- Address: 1400 Sayles Blvd. Abilene, Texas
- Website: https://mcm.edu/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mcmurryuniversity/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcmurryuniversity/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/McMurryUniversityTX
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