ICAS-Accredited Degree in Rural and Small-Church Ministry
Degree Types: Bachelor, Master, Doctorate
School: School of Theology and Ministry
The Life in Christ Grant: Accredited degree assessment paths start at USD 69. Every required assessment, unlimited retakes, the electronic degree, and permanent verification are included in the program fee.
Program Overview
The ICAS-accredited Rural and Small-Church Ministry program at Life Seminary is rooted in Scripture, attentive to the historic Christian tradition, and directed toward faithful service. Students study the particular gifts, pressures, and pastoral realities of small and rural congregations.
Core Courses
- RURL 201 — Biblical Interpretation (4 credits)
- RURL 211 — Old Testament Theology (4 credits)
- RURL 221 — New Testament Theology (4 credits)
- RURL 231 — Christian Doctrine (4 credits)
- RURL 301 — Theology of Place and Parish (4 credits)
- RURL 311 — The Small Congregation (4 credits)
- RURL 321 — Bivocational Ministry (4 credits)
- RURL 331 — Rural Community and Economy (4 credits)