D.Min. Degree Concentrations
Choose from Three D.Min. Program Concentrations
The Doctor of Ministry program offers three exciting concentrations to choose from, tailored to different ministry settings. At Wheaton, you can join a community of like-minded peers and gain practical skills and research knowledge that you can immediately apply in your place of ministry.
Ministry Leadership
Built for ministry leaders in a variety of contexts. This concentration is beneficial for pastors, faith-based nonprofit leaders, cross cultural workers, and other ministry leaders. Coursework focuses on leadership best-practices and contemporary issues in ministry. Student can join this cohort during the fall or spring semesters.
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Communicating Christ in Skeptical Times
Led by the Rev. Dr. Professor John Dickson, The Communicating Christ in Skeptical Times special topic cohort explores the challenges and opportunities of Christian leadership and ministry in our increasingly secular setting. Coursework focuses on strategies and mediums of communication for today's culture while exploring similar themes throughout Christian history. The last chance to join this cohort is Fall 2025.
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Spiritual Formation for Ministry Leaders
Designed for discipleship pastors, spiritual directors, youth pastors, and any pastors or leaders who are shepherding individuals on their spiritual journeys. The concentration will explore the history, theology, and practices of spiritual formation for individuals and communities. This concentration also includes an off-campus spiritual retreat. This cohort starts Fall 2025.
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Quote from Current Student
The D.Min. program has enhanced my ministry through mentorship by incredible professors and top-notch ministry professionals. The content we’ve engaged in has broadened my perspectives and knowledge base. God has already used what I’ve learned to launch new ministry opportunities in my local church and I am grateful to be teamed up with a beautifully diverse cohort of brothers and sisters co-laboring for Christ around the nation.
- Svea Merry, Spiritual Formation Pastor, Autumn Ridge Church