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M.A. in Biblical Studies
Master in Counseling
M.A. in Christian Education
M.A. in Pastoral Studies
M.M. in Christian Education
M.M. in Family Studies
M.M. in Youth Studies
M.M. in Pastoral Leadership
(Off-Campus)
M.Div. in Biblical Studies
M.Div. in Pastoral Studies

Master of Ministry in Pastoral Leadership (Off-Campus)

  • Program Description

This program provides advanced ministerial formation for pastors and church leaders serving
in active ministry, delivered through flexible and off-campus learning formats. It emphasizes
biblical leadership, pastoral care, and contextual ministry in real-world church settings.

  • Learning Outcomes

Biblical-Theological Competence:
Reflected critically on one's theological understanding and pastoral identity, cultivating
ongoing spiritual growth and theological competence to lead effectively in the local church
and broader ministry settings.

Socio-Pastoral Competence:
Engaged with cultural, social, and economic realities thoughtfully to provide relevant and
compassionate pastoral leadership.

Psycho-Spiritual Competence:
Demonstrated an integrative understanding of the interplay between psychological and
spiritual dynamics in personal and communal pastoral care.

Cultural-Hermeneutical Competence:
Engaged with cultural, social, and economic realities thoughtfully to provide relevant
and compassionate pastoral leadership.

  • Who Can Apply?

Pastors or church workers...
1. With at least three (3) years of experience in the pastoral ministry
2. With a Bachelor's degree from Bible school (degrees in Pastoral Ministry, Biblical Studies,
Theology, Religious Education, or Christian Education)
3. Those with no Bible school background but have a Bachelor's degree must take 27 units
of Bible and Theology from an approved Bible school as prerequisite.

  • Others

-MMPL is an ecclesiastical degree. Graduates may proceed to a masteral degree in
Pastoral Studies (also ecclesiastical) if they satisfy admission requirements.