Maybe you are called to pastor an entire congregation — or you have a passion for children ministry, youth ministry, or another part of the body of Christ. Either way, SEU Carolina’s School of Ministry & Theology is designed to prepare you to serve in leadership and support roles at churches and other faith-based organizations around the world. Not only will you study foundational subjects such as theology and church history but you will also specialize in your particular calling. You’ll develop a solid foundation of biblical interpretation, counseling and preaching as well as satisfy the educational requirements for credentialing within the Assemblies of God. In addition, you will study alongside faculty who have decades of practical ministry experience and are committed to sharing their knowledge and passion for ministry with you and your classmates.

Studying Ministry & Theology at SEU Carolina gives you the training you need to serve in the types of ministry jobs that are most needed in the local church

Sample Core Courses

• Pastoral Theology I (PMIN 3533) — This course is an introduction to creative and effective communication techniques within children’s and youth ministries. It will examine basic principles of the teaching-learning process, the art of storytelling and a variety of other illustrative methods. This course requires careful study of and reflection on the appropriate biblical texts.

• Organizational Leadership (PMIN 3833) — A theology of leadership is developed upon which current trends in church organization and leadership techniques are assessed. The history of organizational and management theory is developed, as well as organization, leadership and group process theories. Planning, programming, budgeting and evaluation are considered in relation to congregational programs. Other areas of management are presented on an introductory basis, such as planning and managing change in an organization, systems analysis, conflict management and review of leadership traits. This course requires careful study of and reflection on the appropriate biblical texts.

• Church Business Administration (PMIN 4323) — A study of the various areas of pastoral responsibilities including board administrations and organizations, committee organization, leadership training, budgeting, financing, planning, auxiliary organizations and their relationship to total church program. This course requires careful study of and reflection on the appropriate biblical texts.

• Multiple-Staff Ministry (PMIN 4423) — The meaning and forms of a multiple-staff ministry will be developed on biblical values, with the objectives of creating effective multiple-staff ministries and staff collegiality. The course assists the participant in the development of concepts and values that leads to commitments of shared ministry. Ways of dealing with concerns and issues that created conflict and interfere with staff collegiality are examined.

hands-on learning

The SEU Carolina School of Ministry & Theology not only teaches foundational subjects such as theology and church history but it also provides hands-on learning opportunities through practicum. This helps you apply what you’re learning in practical ways within the construct of kids, youth, and adult ministries. Topics covered include church administration, church planting, sermon writing, preaching, event planning, pastoral care, evangelism, budgets and more.

about the faculty

The SEU Carolina School of Ministry & Theology faculty and staff have decades of practical ministry experience and are committed to sharing their knowledge and passion for ministry with you and your classmates. Not only are our educators highly proficient in their field, but each of our faculty are dedicated to providing a safe, exciting, and educational experience for each student.

scholarships available

Students who are admitted into the SEU Carolina School of Ministry & Theology are eligible to receive a scholarship in the amount of $1,650 an academic year. This scholarship covers the cost of the hands-on learning experience that you gain while participating in practicum. That’s a value of 3 credit hours per semester that counts toward your general electives and is a savings of $6,600 over a four year period.

degrees offered

Southeastern University has partnered with Multiply Church in Concord, North Carolina to host the Carolina Regional Campus and offer students affordable degree programs. The degrees that are offered will vary depending upon the school students attend at SEU Carolina. Click below for more information about the Southeastern University degree programs available with the SEU Carolina School of Ministry & Theology.

career ideas

Graduates from this school will be able to step into any of the following vocations…

• Youth pastor

• Children’s pastor

• Evangelism and outreach coordinator

• Lead pastor

• Associate pastor

• Parachurch ministry director

• Bible study leader