Youth Ministry

Youth Ministry
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Youth Ministry

"It's time for a Youth Ministry major that equips youth workers to do ministry in a postmodern world. King College has responded to this need with a visionary program that understands the connection of our Christian faith with our changing times."

Chuck Neder, 
National Director, PFR Youth Ministry

 

Youth Ministry for the 21st Century

Effective Youth Ministry incorporates aspects of many disciplines including Sociology, Psychology, Bible/Religion/Spiritual Development, Physiology, Communications, Business and HR Management. King College recognizes the diverse skills necessary to succeed in this field and has developed a major which will thoroughly equip students for the challenges ahead.

 

Youth Ministry at King provides:

  • Emphasis on and exposure to practical aspects of ministry
  • Opportunity for international placement and short –term experiences
  • Encouragement to experience youth ministry in a wide variety of settings including schools, sports teams, churches and social agencies
  • A highly experienced full-time youth ministry professor
  • An Internship/Mentorship component throughout the program
  • A broad program with input from experts in several disciplines
  • Flexible class schedules allowing students to complete the additional required minor with scope for a second major.
  • King College is committed to assisting all graduates find a youth ministry position that suits them
  • King is the perfect setting to prepare for a career in youth ministry...
  • King College is an environment uniquely suited to our students' personal, spiritual, intellectual and professional development. Large enough to be diverse and small enough to be nurturing, King's size creates a low student/faculty ratio. In addition, King offers many choices in sports, student clubs & activities, Bible studies, concerts, and mission opportunities.
  • Set in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, students have easy access to hiking, fishing, and snow skiing at nearby Sugar and Beech mountains. King College provides an atmosphere of connectedness, involvement, faith, learning and preparation

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Academic Catalog: (To download this Acrobat PDF: Windows OS > Right click; MAC OS > Control click)

2007-2008 King College Academic Catalog