Discipleship Ministry - Vocational Track Lee University

Overview

The Discipleship Ministry - Vocational Track at Lee University provides a robust foundation for students dedicated to serving the church through professional ministry roles. This programme integrates deep theological study with practical vocational training to prepare graduates for diverse leadership challenges in modern religious settings.

Students benefit from a curriculum that balances biblical knowledge with hands-on experience. The course is designed to foster spiritual growth while developing the technical skills necessary for effective teaching, preaching, and community building. This dual focus ensures that graduates are both spiritually grounded and professionally capable.

Why Discipleship Ministry - Vocational Track at Lee University?

Lee University is recognised as a leading Christ-centered institution, consistently ranked in the top tier of regional universities in the South by U.S. News and World Report. The School of Theology & Ministry offers a supportive environment where students can access specialised facilities and a dedicated faculty of experienced practitioners.

The programme is distinguished by its emphasis on service-learning, requiring eighty clock hours of Christian service to ensure students apply their classroom knowledge in real-world contexts. Additionally, the university’s location in the Appalachian foothills provides a serene yet vibrant setting for theological reflection and community engagement.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 12435 per semester
• National fee: USD 12435 per semester
• Local fee: USD 12435 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum includes a broad range of religious and professional modules designed to equip students for vocational ministry. Modules may include:

Religion Core

• Old Testament Survey
• New Testament Survey
• Christian Ethics
• Systematic Theology I
• Systematic Theology II
• School of Theology & Ministry Senior Capstone

Specialty Area Requirements

• Mission of the Church
• Personal Evangelism
• Biblical Interpretation for Ministry
• Preaching and Teaching
• Spiritual Formation and Discipleship
• Multicultural Ministry
• Ministry of Worship
• Christian Leadership
• Apologetics for Ministry Contexts
• Small Group Ministry
• Strategies of Small Group Ministry
• Senior Seminar in Ministry

Collateral and Bible Requirements

• Weekend Sunday Shadowing
• Internship
• Educational Ministry of the Church
• Family Ministry I
• Ezra-Nehemiah

Careers with Discipleship Ministry - Vocational Track

Graduates of this programme are prepared for various leadership roles within churches, parachurch organisations, and non-profit sectors. Common career paths include serving as discipleship pastors, small group coordinators, or ministry directors. The vocational track also provides a strong foundation for those seeking to work in multicultural ministry or spiritual formation roles.

The integration of a mandatory minor allows students to tailor their expertise toward specific areas such as youth ministry or social services. This flexibility ensures that graduates can transition into diverse industries including religious education, community outreach, and international mission work.