“And I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will feed you with knowledge and understanding.” – Jeremiah 3:15
Program Overview
The Master of Pastoral Studies program is designed to equip ministry leaders with theological foundations, practical skills, and spiritual depth for pastoral service. Through studies in pastoral theology, biblical exegesis, counseling, and leadership, students develop competencies necessary to navigate modern ministry challenges.
Learner Outcomes
Immediate Learning Outcomes
- Apply sound biblical exegesis to interpret and communicate Scripture.
- Deliver exegetically rich sermons using advanced homiletical techniques.
- Implement church planting strategies that foster sustainable congregational growth.
- Guide individuals through spiritual and personal challenges using pastoral counseling techniques.
- Facilitate discipleship and small-group Bible studies for spiritual formation.
Lifelong Learning Outcomes
- Maintain a reflective practice integrating theology with leadership.
- Cultivate spiritual formation while demonstrating servant leadership.
- Engage in theological scholarship through research and writing.
- Innovate in evangelism, discipleship, and pastoral administration.
- Commit to continuous learning for deeper faith and ministry impact.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program can serve in various impactful ministry roles, including:
- Senior Pastor / Lead Pastor
- Biblical Counselor
- Church Planter
- Christian Educator
- Ministry Director
- Theological Researcher
- Chaplain / Spiritual Caregiver
- Evangelism Coordinator
- Bible College Lecturer
- Missionary / Church Growth Consultant
Course Structure
Disclaimer: This table of courses is for informational purposes only and is correct at the time of publishing. Shiloh College reserves the right to amend, add, or delete courses at its sole discretion. Our admissions team will be happy to answer any questions you may have about these or any other courses
| Index | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PS 404 | Church Planting | 3 |
| BIBL 233 | Real Faith | 3 |
| PS 400 | Exegesis Book of Ephesians | 3 |
| PS 401 | Pastoral Studies | 3 |
| HIST 400 | Church History III | 3 |
| HIST 401 | History of Christian Doctrine | 3 |
| BIBL 403 | Old Testament Survey IV | 3 |
| BIBL 404 | Advanced Hermeneutics | 3 |
| MINS 202 | Personal Evangelism | 3 |
| BIBL 407 | Bible Study for Small Groups | 3 |
| BIBL 501 | Advanced Homiletics III | 3 |
| BIBL 307 | Demonology | 3 |
| BIBL 406 | Soteriology II | 3 |
| RESH 400 | Mechanics of Research | 3 |
| COUN 101 | Introduction to Christian Counseling | 3 |
| Practicum | 3 | |
| Supervised Reading – Professor’s Choice | 3 | |
| Thesis | 9 | |
| Total | 60 | |
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