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DISCOVERING OUR CALLING IN THE LIFE AND MISSION OF GOD
The School of Theology and Vocation plays an important role in equipping the university to participate in God’s mission of redemption in this world. Leading both students and faculty in thoughtful engagement between the Bible, academics and spiritual formation, the school facilitates faith integration and encourages the discovery of our unique callings.
The 12-hour Theology and Vocation Core gives every student the opportunity to think deeply about how spiritual life, academics and work are interconnected. And those students who sense God calling them into fields of Christian ministry, pastoral care, cross-cultural missions or Christian education will get the training they need with one of our three majors: Scripture and Theology, Christian Ministry and Theological Studies. Whatever the course of study, our international and world-class faculty is here to encourage all LETU students to discover their purpose in life in the life and mission of God.
STUDENT ONLINE EXPERIENCE IN BIBLICAL STUDIES & CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES
- Students explore how the triune nature of God informs and clarifies their understanding of the Christian life and the work of Christian ministry.
- Students learn how the Bible fits together as one unified narrative about God’s mission and love for the world.
- Students deepen their skills in biblical interpretation and leadership.
- Students have opportunities to experience faculty-led trips to the Middle East as part of the Physical Settings of the Bible course. Recent destinations have included Israel, Egypt, Jordan, Turkey, Italy and Greece.
- All full-time Biblical Studies and Christian Ministries faculty:
- Affirm a high view of Scripture, recognizing the truth and authority of God’s Word.
- Have a Ph.D. in their fields and have ministry experience, so all the courses integrate practical application with rigorous academics.
- Have ministered in international contexts (e.g. Cuba, Chile, Costa Rica, Russia, Nigeria, Kenya, Scotland, and the Czech Republic).
- Have contributed to their fields through publications and conference papers.
LeTourneau University’s undergraduate degrees in Biblical Studies and Ministry equip you for effective ministry both philosophically and practically.
Whether you’re looking to finish your degree, pave the way toward graduate studies, position yourself for acceptance into seminary or bolster your bi-vocational ministry, LeTourneau prepares you to reach your goals.
Regardless of your ministerial goals, from youth or worship leadership to ministry administration or missions, you will graduate ready to apply your biblical knowledge and passion for ministry to individuals, churches and the world.
Ig you’re ready to commit to a life of Christian devotion, ministry and service, speak with an enrollment counselor at 888.776.5166 or email enroll@letu.edu to learn more about biblical studies at LeTourneau.
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DISCOVER YOUR CALLING IN THE LIFE AND MISSION OF GOD
LeTourneau University’s Biblical Studies and Ministry degree program fits into your work schedule and your busy life. Earn your degree entirely online, via an interactive and rich online environment.
The Bachelor of Biblical Studies and Ministry requires:
- 42 credit hours in major courses
- 33 credit hours of general education
- 45 credit hours of general electives
Total: 120 credit hours
Our accelerated class format allows you to finish each course in just five weeks. For online students, coursework begins each week on Monday, with most assignments due on Sunday by midnight.
A CURRICULUM FOCUSED ON LEADERSHIP, MISSIONS AND DOCTRINE
Our curriculum provides comprehensive biblical instruction and ministerial training through courses such as Life and Teachings of Christ, Contemporary World Missions, Worship Leadership and Christian Doctrine – all taught by faculty members with diverse denominational backgrounds and proven theological credentials.
- Utilize the standard tools and proper methods to effectively study, interpret and apply the Bible to real-life situations
- Greater understanding of the historical, cultural and geographical developments of both the Old and New Testament
- Practical skills such as planning, speaking, teaching, leading and developing relationships appropriate for ministry
- Biblical Studies and Ministry majors participate in a capstone course that focuses on the integration of faith and a biblical worldview into life and work
If you’re ready to commit to a life of Christian ministry and service, speak with an enrollment advisor at 903.500.2921 or email enroll@letu.edu to learn more about biblical studies at LeTourneau.
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FACULTY W/ INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY EXPERIENCE
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
If you have a heart to serve, we’re ready to prepare you for Christian ministry. Whether God has called you into local churches, para-church organizations, or on the mission field, our program will give you the knowledge you need to minister effectively for the cause of Christ.
In the Christian ministry degree program, you will become a competent student and teacher of the Bible, and you will learn models for ministry that are effective in today’s world.
However, Christian ministry is not just about the classroom. You will get the opportunity to put your knowledge into action through the Christian Service Assignment and the Christian Ministry Internship.
When you graduate, you will be able to enter ministry with a practical knowledge and experience that will make you effective in your service and ministry.
INTERESTING CLASSES YOU’LL TAKE:
- History of Christian Thought
- Evangelism and Discipleship
- Ministry of Teaching
- Contemporary World Missions
WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH THIS DEGREE?
Graduates of LETU’s Christian Ministry program serve in vital roles in ministries all over the world. Here are a few examples of the kinds of jobs available to Christian Ministry graduates.
- Pastor
- Missionary
- Evangelist
- Bible Teacher
- Chaplain
- Church Administrator
- Director of a Christian Nonprofit Organization
PROGRAM DETAILS ONLINE:
- Flexible, fully online format
- Year-round, accelerated courses
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SCRIPTURE AND THEOLOGY
From its first days as a university, LeTourneau has trained Christian leaders for missions, churches and other Christian ministry opportunities.
We continue that tradition in our Scripture and Theology program by offering a solid foundation of Bible and theology classes and spiritual leadership, as well as a strong liberal arts education that will give you a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
When you graduate, you’ll be ready to enter seminary, work in ministry jobs or follow God’s leading into missions.
INTERESTING CLASSES YOU’LL TAKE
- Life and Teachings of Christ
- Pentateuch
- Christian Doctrine
- Numerous special-topics courses
WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH THIS DEGREE?
- Pastor
- Archeologist
- Theologian
- Teacher/Professor
- Chaplain
- Missionary
PROGRAM DETAILS: ONLINE
- Flexible, fully online format
- Year-round accelerated courses
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN THEOLOGICAL STUDIES
LeTourneau University has a rich heritage of emphasizing the importance of commitment to Christian faith in all areas of human existence, including work.
Many of our graduates pursue various professions and appreciate how LeTourneau’s Scripture, theology, and ministry courses have shaped their engagement with their communities and churches. The degree in theological studies is designed to come alongside another major and provide a strong biblically and theologically informed framework for life and work. This “double-major friendly” degree will enrich and strengthen the student’s understanding of Christian faith and practice.
This program of study will shape students for Christian engagement with their communities and churches, providing them with a biblically and theologically informed framework for their life and work.
INTERESTING CLASSES YOU’LL TAKE
- Foundations for Christian Ministry
- Contemporary World Missions
- Life and Teachings of Christ
- Pentateuch
PROGRAM DETAILS: ONLINE
- Flexible, fully online format
- Year-round accelerated courses
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Apr. 2
APPLY BY
Apr. 6
START CLASSES
ACCELERATED COURSES
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JOB PLACEMENT RATE
$355
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LETOURNEAU UNIVERSITY
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ABOUT LETU
LeTourneau University is named for its founder, R.G. LeTourneau, one of the world’s greatest inventors of earthmoving equipment and was founded in 1946.
Today, more than 1,150 students attend LeTourneau University classes online or at our educational centers in Dallas and Houston and might not step foot onto the university’s beautiful main campus in Longview, Texas unless they come for graduation.
The university has eight schools.
School of Arts & Sciences
School of Aviation & Aeronautical Science
School of Business
School of Education
School of Engineering & Engineering Technology
School of Nursing
School of Psychology & Counseling
School of Theology & Vocation
Currently, LeTourneau University is led by its sixth president, Dr. Dale A. Lunsford, and its board of trustees.
LeTourneau University is an unapologetically Christian university. While it has no direct denominational ties, it welcomes students of all denominations who love and seek after God. It is a place where students have found a deeper relationship with Him, grown in their spiritual walk and discovered God’s purpose for their lives.
YOUR LETU FACULTY
LeTourneau faculty have experience in the disciplines they teach, so they can guide students to transform academic theory into key skills that can be applied to today’s job markets. Our faculty are selected on the strength of their credentials, overall experience, commitment to Christian education and willingness to be accessible to students and support the collaborative academic environment important to hands-on learning.
KELLY LIEBENGOOD, Ph.D.
Dean and Professor of Biblical Studies and Theology
Welcome to the School of Theology and Vocation. We exist because LETU is intentional about being a Christian university, where students, faculty, and staff deepen their commitment to Christian teaching, learning, and living.
We have an exciting mission. Not only do we prepare our majors to interpret the Bible and lead communities into deeper expressions of Christian discipleship in a variety of ministry contexts, we also are tasked with equipping students from every major to help them explore their Christian calling (or vocation) and how it is connected to their studies and their career aspirations. In addition to this, we work with faculty across campus to encourage reflection on the ways in which Christian faith informs our academic disciplines, and also the ways in which our shared and intersecting work as professors is mutually enriching both for faculty and for students.
Our prayer is that the work that comes out of the School of Theology and Vocation helps us all grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ; that we foster delight in God and His love for us; and that we are encouraged to embrace our calling to participate in God’s holistic mission of redemption and reconciliation in this world.
Larry J. Frazier, Ph.D.
Dean of the College of Education and Professor of Church History
“As teachers we believe that the God-given potential of our students is realized through the mastery of academic knowledge and skills, empowering them to respond to God’s call, to function as co-workers in our academic disciplines, and to enter into the workplace with marketable skills. As scholars, we believe that students should be engaged in the discovery and expansion knowledge. By mentoring them into our academic disciplines, we impart the insight and ingenuity required to solve problems and make a difference in this world. As servants, we believe that we can fully engage in our academic disciplines only after our hearts have been transformed by the grace of God. This transformation leads us to integrate our faith and work as an expression of the love of Christ.”
ACCREDITATION
LeTourneau University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate and masters degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, telephone 404-679-4500, at http://www.sacscoc.org for questions about the accreditation of LeTourneau University.
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