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Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry

The mission of the Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry is to produce spiritual and ethical leaders and bi-vocational professionals for justice who can integrate faith and activism to affirm the humanity of others in every sector of a diverse society.

The Divinity School offers only one other master-level degree to assist students with customizing their preparation for ministry in various fields in the public and private sectors. These sectors include public service, business, nonprofit, human service, healthcare, education, performing arts, justice, emergency relief, mental health, and social service sectors. The Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry (MATM) to integrate their career skills for applications in congregational and workplace settings.

The MATM offers accelerated and traditional two-year degree program options so students can complete a 12-month or 24-month system of coursework in 8-week formats. It offers flexibility, practicality, and customization of learning experiences for working adult learners. Specifically, graduates of the MATM degree receive foundational theological training to engage in ministry in and outside of the congregation in fields to produce highly skilled bi-vocational leaders. The MATM facilitates interdisciplinary training for academic and professional ministry. Because applicants can transfer graduate credits to create an embedded specialization, it enhances the integration of learning experiences for working adults.

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Focus Tracks for MATM Professional Vocations

The program will allow students to identify core practices associated with careers and ministries to integrate faith and practice for spiritual and personal formation. In their first year of residency, students will focus on a topic and research interest to engage others and guide their studies. They must articulate a practical and ethical dilemma to advance their theological understanding and develop a public theology and ethical perspective. Students will learn to design and complete their original research projects using integrative research methods within their focus track, including

Health and Wellness
Healthcare, Nursing, Eldercare, Public Health, Prevention Services, Social Work, Counseling/Mental Health, Death Dying and Grief Support

Nonprofit Services
Youth Development, Family Services, Nonprofit Administration, International Outreach, Disaster Relief, Humanitarian, Services, Organizational Leadership

Economic Development
Workforce Development, Social Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, Educational Support, Debt Relief/Financial, Planning, Community Development, Career Development, Financial Services

Public Services
Environmental Safety, Immigration, Hunger Relief, Homelessness, Law Enforcement, Corrections/Prison, Human Services, Governmental Services

Music and Performing Arts
Music and Worship, Sacred Scripture Reading, Visual and Performing Arts, Technology & Design, Languages and Literature, Entertainment

Traditional Ministerial Roles
Chaplain, Pastoral Care, Teacher, leadership, Christian Education, Missionary, Community Service