{"id":558,"date":"2025-07-12T12:25:40","date_gmt":"2025-07-12T12:25:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/?p=558"},"modified":"2025-07-14T18:00:48","modified_gmt":"2025-07-14T18:00:48","slug":"master-of-divinity-m-div-in-community-development-and-missions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/master-of-divinity-m-div-in-community-development-and-missions\/","title":{"rendered":"Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Community Development and Missions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"507\" src=\"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MISSIONS-elianna-gill-kBCM8v4S2io-unsplash-1-1024x507.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MISSIONS-elianna-gill-kBCM8v4S2io-unsplash-1-1024x507.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MISSIONS-elianna-gill-kBCM8v4S2io-unsplash-1-300x149.jpg 300w, https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MISSIONS-elianna-gill-kBCM8v4S2io-unsplash-1-768x380.jpg 768w, https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MISSIONS-elianna-gill-kBCM8v4S2io-unsplash-1-1536x761.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MISSIONS-elianna-gill-kBCM8v4S2io-unsplash-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n    This program offers an in-depth study of community development and missional engagement from a Christian worldview. It combines theological training with practical skills in leadership, advocacy, project management, and social transformation. Students receive training in cross-cultural ministry, rural development, community health, and spiritual warfare, while also exploring biblical foundations for missions and evangelism. The aim is to equip students to lead sustainable community initiatives, plant churches, and serve as agents of spiritual and social change in diverse cultural and community settings. <strong>The program is 100% online<\/strong>. \n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n    <em>This is a standard 2-year degree program, but you are allowed to study and complete the program at your own pace.<\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n   .credit-list {\n        margin: 0;\n        padding-left: 20px;\n        list-style-position: inside;\n    }\n    .credit{\n        text-indent: -23px; \/* Adjust this value as needed *\/\n        padding-left: 23px; \/* Indent the first line of the list item *\/\n    }\n<\/style>\n\n<p><strong>Why Choose This Program?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"credit-list\">\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Holistic Integration<\/strong> \u2013 We designed this program to bridge biblical theology with real-world community development principles. You will be equipped to address both the spiritual and socio-economic needs of communities and serve as a catalyst for holistic transformation rooted in the gospel.<\/li>\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Leadership Formation<\/strong> \u2013 Beyond theological depth, the program is designed to train visionary leaders who can spearhead church planting efforts, lead mission teams, establish development projects, and influence policy from a Kingdom perspective. You will gain the tools to mobilize people and resources for sustainable mission-driven initiatives.<\/li>\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Strategic Community Engagement Skills<\/strong> \u2013 Through focused training in areas like project management, rural development, health and welfare, and social advocacy, you will develop practical competencies to assess needs, design interventions, and implement context-sensitive programs that help develop communities and ensure long-term change.<\/li>\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Supervised Practicum and Field Experience<\/strong> \u2013 Real-world ministry and community engagement are core to this program. You will participate in supervised fieldwork, community development projects, and mission assignments that would deepen your learning and refine your ability to minister effectively in both local and cross-cultural settings.<\/li>\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Global Mission Readiness<\/strong> \u2013 This program emphasizes cultural sensitivity and global vision to prepare you for diverse mission fields and community contexts. You will gain critical insights into cultural dynamics, interreligious engagement, and the ethical challenges of ministry and development work in today\u2019s interconnected world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-text-color has-background\" style=\"color:#000000;background-color:#ffffff\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Ready to Start?<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-499968f5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<style>\n    .custom-button {\n        border-radius: 50px;\n        color: #ffffff; \/* Text color *\/\n        background-color: #800000; \/* Maroon background color *\/\n        transition: all 0.3s ease; \/* Smooth transition for hover effects *\/\n    }\n    \n    .custom-button:hover {\n        background-color: #ffffff; \/* White background on hover *\/\n        color: #800000; \/* Maroon text on hover *\/\n        border: 3px solid #800000; \/* Thick maroon border on hover *\/\n    }\n<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/apply.php\" class=\"wp-block-button__link custom-button\">\n        Apply Now\n    <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<style>\n    .custom-heading {\n        background-color: #000000; \/* Black background *\/\n        color: #ffffff; \/* White text color *\/\n        font-weight: bold; \/* Bold text *\/\n        text-align: center; \/* Center text *\/\n        padding: 5px 20px; \/* Reduced padding for a slimmer box *\/\n        margin: 0; \/* Remove default margin *\/\n        border-radius: 5px; \/* Optional: adds slight rounding to the corners *\/\n        font-size: 1.25rem; \/* Optional: adjust font size as needed *\/\n    }\n<\/style>\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading custom-heading\">Recommended 2-Year Curriculum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Year 1 &#8211; First Semester<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>THE507:<\/strong> <em>New Testament Epistles<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>COM517:<\/strong> <em>Introduction to Community Development<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE521:<\/strong> <em>Theology of Missions<\/em><\/td><td>4 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>COM555:<\/strong> <em><em><em>Community Needs Assessment and Research Methods<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>COM532:<\/strong> <em><em><em>Community Health and Welfare in Missions<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PCS515:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em>Conflict Resolution and Mediation<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE538: <\/strong><em><em><em><em><em>Territorial Spirits and Spiritual Warfare<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 21 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Year 1 &#8211; Second Semester<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>COM542:<\/strong> <em>Social Policy and Community Advocacy<\/em><\/td><td>4 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>MGT528:<\/strong> <em><em>Project Management<\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>LDR506: <\/strong><em><em>Christian Leadership and Governance<\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE517:<\/strong>&nbsp;<em>Advanced Hermeneutics and Exegesis<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GES546:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em>Ethical Issues in Community Development<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GES534:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em><em>Grant Writing and Fundraising for Community Projects<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>ANT514: <\/strong><em><em><em><em><em><em>Cultural Anthropology<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 20 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Year 2 &#8211; First Semester<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>THE601:<\/strong> <em>Pastoral Theology<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE617: <\/strong><em>Christian Apologetics<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE698<\/strong>: <em>Spiritual Disciplines<\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>SOC623:<\/strong> <em>Social Work and Human Services<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>COM635:<\/strong> <em>Rural Development Strategies<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE656: <\/strong><em>Theology and Practice of Evangelism<\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE644: <\/strong><em>Church Planting<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 19 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Year 2 &#8211; Second Semester<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practicu<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>m\/Internship<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">PRC681<\/strong><b>:<\/b> <em>Supervised Practicum I &#8211; Observation<\/em><br>Shadow ministry leaders within churches, NGOs, or outreach centers, and assist them in community engagement activities.<\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PRC682:<\/strong> <em>Supervised Practicum II &#8211; Casework<\/em><br>Work under supervision to plan and implement a community project or mission activity.<\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PRC683:<\/strong> <em>Internship &#8211; Field Experience<\/em><br>Complete an extended internship in a church, mission agency, nonprofit organization, or community-based initiative. Take on leadership roles where possible.<\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 7 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><strong><strong>Research<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">RCS608<\/strong><b>:<\/b> <em>Research Methods<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>RCS686:<\/strong> <em>Topic Proposal and Defense<\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>RCS687:<\/strong> <em>Thesis Writing<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>RCS688:<\/strong> <em>Final Defense and Publication<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 11 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><style>\n    .custom-heading {\n        background-color: #000000; \/* Black background *\/\n        color: #ffffff; \/* White text color *\/\n        font-weight: bold; \/* Bold text *\/\n        text-align: center; \/* Center text *\/\n        padding: 5px 20px; \/* Reduced padding for a slimmer box *\/\n        margin: 0; \/* Remove default margin *\/\n        border-radius: 5px; \/* Optional: adds slight rounding to the corners *\/\n        font-size: 1.25rem; \/* Optional: adjust font size as needed *\/\n    }\n<\/style>\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading custom-heading\">TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 78 UNITS<\/h5><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-text-color has-background\" style=\"color:#000000;background-color:#ffffff\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Ready to Start?<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-499968f5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<style>\n    .custom-button {\n        border-radius: 50px;\n        color: #ffffff; \/* Text color *\/\n        background-color: #800000; \/* Maroon background color *\/\n        transition: all 0.3s ease; \/* Smooth transition for hover effects *\/\n    }\n    \n    .custom-button:hover {\n        background-color: #ffffff; \/* White background on hover *\/\n        color: #800000; \/* Maroon text on hover *\/\n        border: 3px solid #800000; \/* Thick maroon border on hover *\/\n    }\n<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/apply.php\" class=\"wp-block-button__link custom-button\">\n        Apply Now\n    <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This program offers an in-depth study of community development and missional engagement from a Christian worldview. 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