York University recently announced the addition of a secondary major in vocational ministry. The new degree is designed for students who feel called to serve the church in part-time, bi-vocational, or non-traditional settings, but also wish to pursue careers in other fields of study.

Chair of the Department of Bible and Ministry, Dr. Garrett Best said, “We understand that many churches—especially in rural and underserved areas—cannot support a traditional, full-time minister. Our goal in offering this second major in vocational ministry is to provide students the opportunity to be leaders who can serve the church, regardless of their primary career path. Applications for the new second major in vocational ministry are now open, and York University invites students to explore how they can be a part of this exciting new initiative to transform the future of church leadership.”

 

Secondary majors offer the opportunity to earn one baccalaureate degree in one program supplemented by a rich intellectual experience in a second field of specialization outside that primary program. The secondary major offers the option of studying two subjects from two different degree programs while earning a baccalaureate degree in the first major without the requirement of earning a second baccalaureate degree in the secondary major.

 

Dr. Best went on to say, "The Department of Bible and Ministry is dedicated to equipping students entering a number of professions to lead in local congregations. This includes training teachers who can teach classes at their church, business majors who can preach and lead with excellence, and healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, and physical therapists, who are passionate about using their skills to serve in ministry.”

 

Learn more about our Department of Bible and Ministry here.