D.Min. in Ministry Skills for Thriving Congregation
Designed for pastors and church leaders seeking to revitalize congregational life, this concentration covers church growth strategies, congregational health assessment, leadership development, conflict resolution, community engagement, and innovative ministry models for the 21st century church.
Program Goal
Theological Competency:
Developing a strong theological foundation for faithful ministry and sound biblical understanding.
Leadership Capacity:
Strengthening leadership ability for effective service, guidance, and organizational stewardship.
Contextual Competency:
Cultivating the ability to understand and engage diverse cultural and ministry contexts with wisdom and relevance.
Spiritual Maturity:
Nurturing Christ-centered character and spiritual growth for lifelong ministry.
Quick Facts
Credits: 32
Duration: 2-3 Years
Format: On-campus / Blended
Acceditation: ATS,ABHE
Contact Admissions
Charles Eun Chul Kim
Director of D.Min
Phone: 562.926-1023 (EXT 308)
Email: charleskim@cpu.edu
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM
Education Process
Coursework
24 units- DM705 / SBS543 Community Mental Health
- DM715 / SBS570 Child, Spousal & Partner Abuse
- DM725 / SBS620 Dependent Adult & Elder Care
- DM710 Aging and Christian Counseling
- DM720 Pastoral Care for Loss and Death
- DM730 Clinical Pastoral Education 1
Doctoral Dissertation
8 units- DP771 Capstone I
- DP881 Capstone II