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B.A. in Intercultural Ministry 
 and World Christianity

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B.A. IN INTERCULTERAL MINISTRY
AND WORLD CHRISTIANITY

Understand How God Moves to the Ends of the Earth

Overview

In fulfillment of the Lord’s command to “go into all the world and preach the gospel,” the major in Intercultural and World Christianity is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills essential for cross-cultural ministry.

Classes will introduce students to new developments in missions in the modern period, especially the rapid growth of Christianity in Africa, Asia and Latin America and the opportunities this presents for Christians in the West.

Students will also be introduced to changes taking place in North America and Europe and discuss the implications for effective gospel ministry in an increasingly secular world. The Intercultural and World Christianity internship is designed to immerse students in a cross-cultural experience, which may be done in the North America, Europe, Africa, Asia or Latin America. Short-term trips used for internship credits are subject to approval by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Career and Academic Pathways

Graduates of this degree program are well prepared to pursue additional opportunities in Intercultural Ministry with service to global Christian organizations both within and beyond the local church as well as graduate study.

Objectives

Upon completing the program, you should be able to...

01.

Critically observe and functionally engage with other cultures.

04.

Develop a theology of mission for effective leadership in the local church, para-church,
or mission organization.

02.

Distinguish between Biblical essentials and cultural nonessentials

05.

Consider opportunities for effective cross-cultural ministry in your community and in the larger world.

03.

Understand the current issues in missions, particularly in areas of contextualization.

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Dr. F. Lionel Young III, chair of Intercultural Ministry and World Christianity program at MBC. 

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How to Apply

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