Thesis

The MARS Colloquy includes contemporary readings in religious and theological studies. Research and writing methodologies will be emphasized to enable students to develop their MARS thesis research proposals. Students will prepare and present seminar papers in class based upon these proposals. In consultation with students and potential faculty supervisors, the MARS colloquy leader will assign an appropriate thesis advisor to each student.

Research and writing in the area of concentration is required of all students in the M.A. degree program. Working under faculty supervision, the student's thesis shall be an in-depth study of a given subject which reflects the use of sound research methodology, good critical judgment, clarity of expression, and proper form.

Thesis guidance for MDiv. Students.

Under faculty supervision, the degree candidate is guided towards the completion of a plan for the ministry project.

Under faculty supervision, the degree candidate is guided towards the completion of an approved written work.

Under faculty supervision, the degree candidate is guided towards the completion of a plan for the ministry project.

Under faculty supervision, the degree candidate is guided towards the completion of a plan for the ministry project.

This seminar introduces Doctor of Ministry students to processes and methods in the scholarship of ministry. The seminar provides an overview of the research process in ministry - from conceptualization to collection and analysis of data, interpretation and reflection on the findings discovered in research - and the scholarly presentation of these findings in written manuscript. The goal is to prepare students to compose quality ministry research proposals.