Class Type
Seated
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
August 11th, 2025
Accreditation
Mission University is accredited by HLC and ABHE
Credit Hours
Months (avg)
Career Outlooks
Career Opportunities for Bachelor of Science in Church Ministry: Worship Concentration Graduates:
- Worship Leader
- Music Teacher
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies & Church Ministry, students will be able to:
1. Articulate a knowledge of biblical texts and a clear explanation of systematic theology consistent with Baptist distinctives. (ILO1)
2. Identify the stages of spiritual development with application to interpersonal relationships. (ILO 3)
3. Exegete and apply a biblical text to a sermon and/or lesson delivered with oral clarity and contemporary relevance. (ILO 1)
4. Demonstrate an understanding of church administration and local church leadership. (ILO 1)
5. Formulate a philosophy of life and ministry which demonstrates a commitment to Christ-like character. (ILO 2)
Program Mission
The mission of the Worship Music Concentration is to equip students with the skills to administrate, lead, and execute the worship program of a church with Christ-like character and service.
Why Choose Mission U?
At Mission University, we have been training effective Christian leaders since 1950. Mission U alumni are impacting the world all over the globe, and we strive for excellence in all that we do. Here are some of the benefits of pursuing your degree with us:
- Mission University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and nationally accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE). You can rest assured that you’re earning your degree from an institution that has met rigorous accreditation standards and will be well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
- Our faculty have years of practical, real-life experience in ministry pastoring churches, running ministries, doing intercultural work abroad, and more. They are excited to share what they’ve learned with you.
- Each of your courses is taught from an evangelical Christian perspective – so whether it’s a leadership, communication, science, or history course – biblical principles and weekly devotions will be incorporated into your studies.
Degree Plan
General Studies (30 hours)
| GSCE 141 – English Grammar and Composition | 3 |
| GSCE 142 – English Composition and Research | 3 |
| GSCS 200 – Public Speaking | 3 |
| BSMI 121 – Biblical Foundations for Global Outreach | 3 |
| GSBP 212 – General Psychology | 3 |
| GSSH 133 – Christian Worldview in Contemporary Culture | 3 |
| GSSH 241 – Church History I: Early Church – Dark Ages | 3 |
| GSSH 242 – Church History II: Reformation – Today | 3 |
| GSNS 110 – Origins Science | 3 |
| PSBU 136 – Personal Finance | 3 |
Bible/Theology (39 hours)
| BSEB 103 – Old Testament Survey 1 | 3 |
| BSEB 104 – Old Testament Survey 2 | 3 |
| BSEB 111 – Life of Christ | 3 |
| BSEB 112 – Life of Paul | 3 |
| BSEB 213 – New Testament Survey | 3 |
| BSEB 224 – Hermeneutics | 3 |
| BSEB 325 – Advanced Hermeneutics | 3 |
| BSEB 341 – Romans | 3 |
| BSST 233 – Theology 1 | 3 |
| BSST 234 – Theology 2 | 3 |
| BSST 333 – Theology 3 | 3 |
| BSST 334 – Theology 4 | 3 |
| BSST 441 – Apologetics | 3 |
Church Ministry (33 hours)
| BSCM 200 – Personal Evangelism & Discipleship | 3 |
| BSCM 310 – Preaching & Teaching Methods | 3 |
| BSCM 315 – Preaching & Teaching Workshop | 3 |
| BSCM 324 – Local Church Worship, Music, and Media ** | 3 |
| BSCM 333 – Local Church Communications | 3 |
| BSCM 334 – Local Church Business | 3 |
| BSCM 438 – Local Church Missions | 3 |
| BSCM 463 – Local Church Counseling | 3 |
| BSCM 475 – Local Church Internship | 3 |
| Bible/Theology OR Church Ministry Elective * | 3 |
| Bible/Theology OR Church Ministry Elective * | 3 |
Worship Music Ministry Concentration (18 hours)
| PSMU 103 – Worship Musicianship I | 3 |
| PSMU 104 – Worship Musicianship II | 3 |
| PSMU 303 – Worship History | 3 |
| PSMU 304 – Modern Arranging and Song Writing | 3 |
| PSMU 342 – Worship Administration | 3 |
| PSMU 403 – Worship Production and Technology | 3 |
| * PSMA 100 – Applied Piano (fulfills ministry elective above) | 2 |
| * PSMA 120 – Applied Voice (fulfills ministry elective above) | 2 |
| * PSMA 140 – Applied Guitar (fulfills ministry elective above) | 2 |
| ** PSMU 203 – Worship Leadership (taken in place of BSCM 324) | 3 |
Total (120 hours)
Additional Recommended Courses (Optional)
| PSME 143 – Worship Choir and Orchestra | 1 |
| PSME 174 – Worship Band Workshop | 1 |
Comments:
All ministry students are required to complete a missions trip and local church internship as part of the degree program and graduation requirements.
Department Head
Dr. Josh Erisman
Department Head
Dr. Josh Erisman serves as Professor of Music & Worship and the head of the Church Ministry: Worship Department at Mission University, where he has taught since 2012. Josh holds a D.Ed.Min. with an emphasis in Worship Ministry from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, an MA in Church Music from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a bachelor’s degree in political science from Missouri State University. In addition to his duties at Mission U, Josh has served as Minister of Music & Education at First Baptist Church of Strafford since 2011. He and his wife, Brittany, are the proud parents of Malachi, Lydia, and Josiah.
Student Spotlight
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Admission Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Completed Mission University application
- Official high school transcript showing the graduation date, or GED certificate.
- Official transcript from all previous colleges or universities attended (if applicable).
- Completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA waiver form.
- Completed Mission University financial check-in documents.
Degree Audit
Bachelor of Science in Church Ministry: Worship Concenctration Degree Audit