Pastoral Ministries

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Program Overview

Why Study Pastoral Ministries at TFC?

Want to prepare both personally and professionally for pastoral work? Study Pastoral Ministries at Toccoa Falls College! The Pastoral Ministries program is a concentration within the Ministry Leadership degree. This concentration exists to cultivate learning and Godly character to equip future leaders in the Church. The pastoral ministry degree program includes a variety of course options designed to deepen each student’s understanding of Christ and to provide them with the skills they need to lead people forward in their faith. Throughout this program, students gain a basic understanding of pastoral ministries and develop the knowledge needed to lead a church.

Students will mature in their ethical reasoning and decision-making in order to inform their ministry and individual character. This, combined with the practical skills of preaching and teaching, provides both academic and practical experience in the diverse skill set expected of contemporary pastors. As students study Pastoral Ministries, they will have the opportunity to opt into a mentoring program that spans their time at TFC. Students have several opportunities for hands-on experience working under experienced pastors and faculty members. This allows for a deepening of biblical knowledge, disciple-making skills, and practical ministry experience. Upon graduation, students will find that they are able to step directly into church leadership and congregational care.

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Minors:
  • Multi-Generational Ministries
  • Youth Ministries
  • Church Planting
  • Faith-Based Organizations
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Ministry & Leadership

The beauty of (the ministry leadership program), is that wherever we’re going, wherever the Lord wants to take us, ministry leadership prepares you to keep pressing into Jesus and to find him in all of the different places that he might lead.”

Shelby Ryals
TFC Alumna, 2018

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Degree Layout

Pastoral Ministries Courses

The Ministry Leadership major with a Pastoral Ministries concentration is a 126 hour program that includes 69 hours of general education courses (including 30 hours of Bible & Theology), 15 hours of open electives, and 42 hours in Ministry Leadership-specific courses (15 of which are hours dedicated to the Pastoral Ministries concentration).

Featured Courses:

  • Introduction to Preaching
  • Preaching Presentation
  • Spiritual Care & Counseling
  • Leading Ministry Teams
  • Pastoral Methods
Jacob Head

Testimonial

My experience in the Pastoral Ministries program at TFC has been exceptional. This program prepares you for the future of ministry and connects you with incredible Christians who are currently laboring for the Kingdom. I have loved the intentional relationships with professors who do not tell you what to think, but rather, challenge you to think for yourself. They provide space for the ideas and questions of students, which I appreciate. There is no other place that will disciple and mentor you more than TFC. I feel well prepared for the uncertainty of ministry and will graduate with a profound confidence that I can tackle anything that comes my way. If you want to learn how to preach the gospel, plant churches, start a non-profit, evangelize to others, and gain real ministry experience from godly professors who constantly challenge you to look more like Christ, this is the place for you!
Jacob Head, Class of 2023
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Career Options

What can you do with a Pastoral Ministries concentration?

When you earn a degree in Ministry Leadership with a Multi-Generational Ministries concentration, you will find that there are many career opportunities available to you. Graduates are qualified for a wide range of jobs, such as:

Educator

Graduates with a bachelor’s degree in pastoral ministry may feel called to begin a career in education, where they can work at the elementary, secondary or university level.

Pastoral Leadership Roles

Those who earn a pastoral ministry degree often find themselves pursuing pastoral leadership positions, as these professionals are able to work directly with a congregation and guide them as they grow and develop spiritually.

Youth Counselor

An individual with a degree in pastoral ministry will be able to work effectively with young people who are aspiring to be disciples and who are in need of guidance as they grow in their Christian faith.

Counseling Ministry

Many churches have positions dedicated to counseling ministry. A graduate from the Pastoral Ministries concentration would be prepared to serve the church and surrounding community through counseling people of varying ages.

Meet the Professors

Ministry Leadership