Department of Christian Formation
Worship · Ethics · Spiritual Disciplines · Bible Study Methods
The Department of Christian Formation focuses on cultivating a Christ-centered lifestyle through spiritual disciplines, biblical ethics, worship, and practical Bible study methods. Students grow in personal holiness and develop habits that sustain a lifetime of faithful ministry.
4
Core Courses
1
Faculty
9
Credit Hours
12
Weeks
Online
Delivery
2026
Academic Year
Department Overview
The Department of Christian Formation focuses on cultivating a Christ-centered lifestyle through spiritual disciplines, biblical ethics, worship, and practical Bible study methods. Students grow in personal holiness and develop habits that sustain a lifetime of faithful ministry. The curriculum is designed to provide both depth and breadth in christian formation, equipping students for faithful service in the church, academy, and world.
Degree Offered: Certificate in Christian Living & Spiritual Growth. This program is delivered fully online in a cohort-based format over 12 weeks, comprising 4 courses and 5 learning outcomes.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
Explain the principles of Christian worship and prayer
Demonstrate understanding of Christian ethics and godly character
Apply spiritual disciplines for personal growth
Use effective Bible study methods
Integrate biblical principles into daily Christian living
Course Catalog
The following 4 courses comprise the core curriculum for the Certificate in Christian Living & Spiritual Growth.
Christian Worship & Prayer Ministry
Introduces the biblical foundations, principles, and practice of Christian worship and prayer.
Christian Worship & Prayer Ministry
Introduces the biblical foundations, principles, and practice of Christian worship and prayer.
Christian Ethics and Character
Introduces the biblical foundations of Christian ethics and the development of godly character.
Christian Ethics and Character
Introduces the biblical foundations of Christian ethics and the development of godly character.
Spiritual Disciplines and Christian Formation
Explores spiritual disciplines as essential tools for Christian formation.
Spiritual Disciplines and Christian Formation
Explores spiritual disciplines as essential tools for Christian formation.
Bible Study Methods
Introduces essential Bible study methods — observation, interpretation, and application.
Bible Study Methods
Introduces essential Bible study methods — observation, interpretation, and application.
Faculty
Meet the scholars who teach and mentor students in the Department of Christian Formation.
Office Hours: Tue & Thu 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET · Fri 9:00 – 11:00 AM ET
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