Prepare for bold, Christ-centered ministry leadership with Asbury University’s M.A. in Ministry Innovation. Launching Fall 2025, this 36-credit program blends theology, creativity, and practical ministry skills, designed to equip you for a rapidly changing world.
New Graduates: Start your ministry journey with innovative tools and Christ-centered theology.
Experienced Pastors: Reimagine your ministry with fresh strategies for impactful outreach.
Asbury Undergraduates: Complete your B.A. and M.A. in just five years through our +Grad program.
“The Church is confronted by innumerable challenges in an ever-changing world. Shifting demographics, declining attendance, and cultural challenge, yet we still believe in the Church. At Asbury we want to rise to these challenges to inspire and train new leaders for the life of the Church through our new ministry innovation program.”
Our +Grad Program allows you to finish an undergraduate degree, then earn a master’s degree with significant time and cost savings. Learn more about the +Grad Program.
Program Overview
The curriculum combines foundational bible and theology with innovative approaches to ministry by employing the time-honored liberal arts in a fresh vision for the church community. Literature, imagination, art, music, various media, and business values become important resources for creating new ministries to the church and as outreach from the church.
Sphere 1: Ministry (15 credits)
Gain practical skills for impactful ministry:
MNG 501 Ministry in a Multi-Cultural Church (3)
MNG 515 Integrative Preaching (3)
MNG 535 Strategic Church Planting (3)
MNG 545 Innovative Discipleship and Formation (3)
Ministry Coaching
Gain spiritual care through an assigned ministry coach: