Bi-Vocational Ministry Major
Major
Many churches nationwide are moving toward employing bi-vocational (or co-vocational) pastors who lead the church while also working another job. Earning a bi-vocational ministry degree prepares graduates for serving in ministry while simultaneously working in another field. This major provides a strong foundation in biblical study, theology, teaching/preaching, evangelism and discipleship and enables a student to prepare for work in another vocational field.
1:1
mentoring opportunities with faculty
12:1
student-to-faculty ratio
100%
of students receive some form of financial assistance
Prepare for an exciting future as a/an:
- Executive pastor
- Teaching pastor
- Creative arts pastor
- Missions pastor
- Senior pastor
You’ll gain career-shaping skills such as:
- Biblical study
- Theology
- Teaching/preaching
- Evangelism
- Discipleship
Students completing this major will fulfill the course requirements for licensing/ordination in the Missionary Church.
Bi-Vocational Ministry Major Highlights
The bi-vocational ministry major prepares graduates for serving in ministry while simultaneously working in another field. This degree provides a strong foundation in biblical study, theology, teaching/preaching, evangelism and discipleship and enables a student to prepare for work in another vocational field.
Also Consider These Areas of Study
Students completing this supplemental major must also complete another full major for a bachelor’s degree during their studies at Bethel. The bi-vocational ministry major pairs well with most other majors on campus, including:
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Meet Our Faculty & Staff
Robert Brandt
Associate Professor of Christian Ministries
Timothy Erdel
Adjunct Faculty, Religion & Philosophy; Archivist & Theological Librarian; Committee on Humanities
Keith Koteskey
Interim Dean of Humanities & Social Sciences; Associate Professor of Christian Ministries
Terry Linhart
Associate Vice President for Adult, Graduate and Extension Studies (AGX)
Robert Brandt
Associate Professor of Christian Ministries
Timothy Erdel
Adjunct Faculty, Religion & Philosophy; Archivist & Theological Librarian; Committee on Humanities
Take the Next Step
Take the first step toward your Bethel University degree in bi-vocational ministry. Visit campus, apply, request information or ask questions about financial aid.