Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) program materials with open Bible and a diploma at New Geneva Theological Seminary
Doctor Of Ministry (D.Min)
About This Program:
The Doctor of Ministry is a professional degree program for those already possessing a M.Div who are serving as pastors or otherwise actively engaged in ministry. It is designed to enhance professional knowledge and to sharpen one's ministry skills. Course work is relevant to the needs of those serving in ministry in today’s world.
The program culminates in a major doctoral project that requires rigorous scholarship and demonstrably enhances the participant's long-term vocational effectiveness.
Credit Hours: 30
Next Steps:
Ready to begin? A 15-minute discernment call is the fastest way to confirm that New Geneva's D.Min aligns with your specific needs.
We will provide immediate clarity on transfer credits, remote learning options, and your timeline for ministry—saving you hours of time and research later. Select a time that works to the right.
The Strategic Value of the D.Min.
Ministry in the 21st century is complex, exhausting, and often isolating. The Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) at New Geneva is not designed to pull you out of the church, but to propel you deeper into it. Unlike the Ph.D., which is a research degree for the academic guild, the D.Min is a professional degree for the practitioner. It is designed for the pastor who refuses to coast—the man who desires to bring the highest level of theological reflection to bear on the gritty, practical problems of his congregation.
Who is This Degree For?
This program is specifically engineered for:
The Seasoned Pastor: For the man who has been preaching for 10+ years and feels the need to "sharpen the axe." This is your opportunity to refresh your mind and avoid the stagnation that often hits mid-ministry.
The Ministry Specialist: For chaplains, counselors, and missionaries who need to specialize in a specific area of applied theology, such as apologetics, counseling, or leadership.
The Future Author: The crowning jewel of the program is the Doctoral Project. This is not a theoretical dissertation, but a practical project that you can implement in your local church or turn into a published resource.
Why Choose New Geneva?
Many D.Min programs have drifted into sociology, business management, or secular leadership theories. New Geneva stands apart.
Theology Applied: We believe the solution to pastoral burnout is not "leadership hacks" but a deeper resting in the sovereignty of God. Our courses apply the truths of Scripture to modern ministry challenges.
Iron Sharpens Iron: You will study in tandem with other confessional pastors. The camaraderie built in our seminar-style courses often leads to lifelong partnerships and a renewed zeal for the Gospel.
Respect for Your Time: We know you have a flock to tend. Our modular and remote options allow you to complete your doctorate without leaving your pulpit.