Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Leadership (4
Years)
Program Objectives
It is expected that by the completion of these program requirements the student
will have:
1. Laid a foundation of personal integrity upon which to build a lifetime of
ministry.
2. Nurtured a reliance on the Holy Spirit for guidance, wisdom, purity and power
in their personal life, family, and ministry.
3. Prepared themselves as a lifelong learner and teacher of the Scriptures.
4. Grown as a servant leader, by enhancing leadership skills in the context of a
biblically-based philosophy of ministry.
5. Discovered, through assessments, their personal leadership style and
practice.
6. Developed the skills needed in pastoring people on a personal basis: as an
evangelist, discipler, counselor, and mentor.
7. Been exposed to opportunities for honing public ministry skills: teaching,
preaching, and officiating in pastoral functions.
8. Acquired a comprehensive understanding of the Bible, exegetical and
hermeneutical methodologies, theological synthesis, and teaching techniques.
9. Qualified academically to pursue further ministerial and theological seminary
programs and licensing with certain ministerial licensing associations.
Program Requirements
General Studies (30)
CO101 English Composition (3)
GS220 Intro. to Psychology (3)
CO101 Public Speaking (2)
GS225 Science & the Bible (2)
GS421 History of Christianity 1 (3)
GS422 History of Christianity 2 (3)
GS428 Senior Seminar (3)
General Studies Electives (11)
Theology (14)
TH101 Survey of Christian Beliefs (3)
TH210 Systematic Theology 1 (3)
TH211 Systematic Theology 2 (3)
TH214 Concepts of the Church (2)
Theology Electives (3)
Bible (30)
OT101 Pentateuch (3)
OT103 Old Testament Survey (2)
NT103 New Testament Survey (2)
NT111 Synoptic Gospels (3)
PT105 Bible Research (2)
PT230 Introduction to Hermeneutics (3)
Bible Electives (15)
Pastoral Ministry (31)
PT101 Spiritual Formation 1 (2)
PT102 Spiritual Formation 2 (2)
CO345 Homiletics (3)
PT340 Introduction to Exegesis (3)
TH430 Theological Method (2)
GS441 Introduction to Biblical Languages (3)
PS317 Pastoral Ministry (3)
PS313 Leadership Develop. 1 (2)
PS413 Leadership Develop. 2 (2)
PS429 Church Leadership & Admin. (3)
PT322 Church Growth Strategies (3)
PS326 Christian Counseling (3)
Open Electives (11-17)
Internship/Practicums (6-12)
PASTORAL CARE MAJOR
Pastoral Care Major Overview
This program combines the objectives of the four-year (128 credit) B.A. in
Pastoral Leadership degree with a major in Pastoral Care, advancing the student
in their exegetical, teaching, and counseling skills. This degree meets the
academic qualifications for a senior or associate pastoral position and
licensing in most evangelical church organizations.
Pastoral Care Major Requirements
General Studies (30)
Theology (14)
Bible (30)
Pastoral Ministry (14)
PT101 Spiritual Formation 1 (2)
PT102 Spiritual Formation 2 (2)
CO345 Homiletics (3)
PS313 Leadership Develop.1 (2)
PS413 Leadership Develop. 2 (2)
PS429 Church Leadership & Admin. (3)
Pastoral Care Major (21)
PS317 Pastoral Ministry (3)
PS427 Marriage & Family (3)
GS234 Interpersonal Development (2)
PS330 Skilled Helper (3)
PS326 Christian Counseling (3)
PT340 Introduction to Exegesis (3)
TH430 Theological Method (2)
GS441 Introduction to Biblical Languages (3)
Open Electives (6 – 13)
Internship/Practicums (6-12)
WORLD MISSIONS MAJOR
World Missions Major Overview
This cooperative program between PLBC and Gateway Missionary Training Centre is
designed for those who are preparing specifically for pastoral ministry with a
focus on world missions. To the objectives of the four-year (128 credit) B.A. in
Pastoral Leadership degree this program adds the following skills:
disciple-making, church planting, cultural adaptation, language acquisition,
interpersonal skills development, team building, and partnership. This degree
meets the academic qualifications for a missionary or missions pastor and
licensing in some evangelical church organizations.
World Missions Major Requirements
General Studies (30)
Theology (14)
Bible (30)
Ministry (22)
PT101 Spiritual Formation 1 (2)
PT102 Spiritual Formation 2 (2)
CO345 Homiletics (3)
PS313 Leadership Develop. 1 (2)
PS413 Leadership Develop. 2 (2)
PS429 Church Leadership & Admin. (3)
PT340 Introduction to Exegesis (3)
TH430 Theological Method (2)
GS441 Intro. to Biblical Lang. (3)
Open Electives (10)
Major (16)
Gateway Missions Training (16) - see
www.pacificlife.edu/gateway to
read more details on this unique and amazing partnership.
Internship/Practicums (6)
YOUTH MINISTRY MAJOR
Youth Ministry Major Overview
This program combines the objectives of the four-year (128 credit) B.A. in
Pastoral Leadership degree with a major in Youth Ministry, building on the
two-year Youth Ministry Institute (YMI) program. The first two years combines
progressive studies in youth culture and ministry with hands-on internship
opportunities. The next two years strengthen the student's character, broaden
the biblical foundation of their lives, and prepare them for higher levels of
pastoral leadership. This degree meets the academic qualifications for a youth
pastor and licensing in most evangelical church organizations.
Youth Ministry Major Requirements
General Studies (12)
GS421 History of Christianity 1 (3)
GS422 History of Christianity 2 (3)
GS428 Senior Seminar (3)
GS441 Intro. to Biblical Lang. (3)
Theology (14)
TH210 Systematic Theology 1 (3)
TH211 Systematic Theology 2 (3)
TH340 Theological Method (3)
TH430 Introduction to Exegesis (3)
Theology Elective (2)
Bible Electives (9)
Ministry (16)
PS313 Leadership Develop. 1 (2)
PS317 Pastoral Ministry (3)
PS413 Leadership Develop. 2 (2)
PS429 Church Leadership &
Administration (3)
CO345 Homiletics (3)
PT322 Church Growth Strategies (3)
Open Electives (14)
Go to
www.pacificlife.edu/ymi to see
details on the first two years of the Youth Ministry Major!
Cost:
Visit PLBC's finances page to get a picture of what four years at PLBC costs
(www.pacificlife.edu/finances).
Faculty Advisor:
Rob Buzza (rbuzza@pacificlife.edu;
1-877-597-7522 x253)
More info? Call us toll free at
1-877-597-7522!
