The future of Christianity is in the “majority world,” and while the church is indeed growing rapidly in Asia, it also faces unique challenges that are stretching ministry leaders to extremes, resulting in unprecedented levels of burnout and stress.  The Ministry in Asia cohort will guide students to rediscover the role of the church in Asia and evaluate how local churches and NGOs can better serve in complex situations.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. dreamed of a Church rooted in justice, belonging, and shared humanity—a vision still needed today as faith communities strive toward true diversity and reconciliation. The Doctor of Ministry in Leading Just, Multiethnic Communities equips pastors and ministry leaders to nurture authentic belonging, justice, and spiritual formation in diverse, urban, and rapidly changing contexts. Through immersive experiences in Birmingham, Sacramento, and Pasadena, participants connect theology with real-world ministry challenges. This cohort empowers leaders to embody God’s call to become communities of justice, inclusion, and hope in a pluralistic world.

Pastoral ministry is both challenging and deeply rewarding—a calling filled with purpose, transformation, and grace. In this cohort, you’ll learn from experienced ministry leaders as you strengthen your skills in preaching, worship, congregational care, and missional leadership. Designed for those called to serve, this program equips you to lead faithfully, nurture spiritual growth, and embody the gospel in everyday life. If you feel called to ministry, discover why so many say it’s the best life there is.

Pastoral leadership in the Asian American church involves understanding how our congregations are distinct and how those nuances can impact the way we think about and do ministry. This cohort aims to form and equip pastors in leading Asian American churches in holistic witness to the gospel of Christ in their contexts. Combining interdisciplinary scholarship with practical experience, this cohort provides research-based academic resources, spiritual enrichment, and ministerial competencies to support the thriving of Asian American pastoral leaders and their congregations.

The Doctor of Ministry degree in Youth, Family, and Culture equips ministry leaders with the theological depth, research fluency, and innovative practices necessary to meaningfully impact the lives and faith journeys of young people. Together, let’s reimagine how we serve the next generation.

We live in a time of remarkable scientific and technological breakthroughs that are transforming every aspect of life—and raising profound questions for Christian faith and leadership. The Doctor of Ministry in Faith, Science, and Emerging Technology equips pastors and ministry leaders to navigate this rapidly changing world with theological depth, ethical clarity, and spiritual resilience. Exploring topics like artificial intelligence, neuroscience, and bioethics, this three-year cohort helps participants integrate faith and innovation with wisdom and grace. Together, leaders will discern how to faithfully engage the promises and challenges of technology in an ever-evolving world.

El Doctorado en Ministerio (DMin) es un programa académico de 48 unidades enfocado en el liderazgo ministerial de habla hispana y bilingüe. Diseñado para promover una reflexión crítica sobre los retos contextuales del ministerio, este programa invita a responder con creatividad y pasión al llamado de Dios. Con un formato de cohorte, los estudiantes avanzan juntos bajo la mentoría del profesorado del Centro Latino, fortaleciendo su práctica pastoral y teológica.