School of Ministry

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Find the program that’s right for you. Explore Richmont’s Master’s and Doctoral ministry degrees.

Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership Click Here

Master of Arts in Trauma, Theology, and Ministry Click Here

Master of Arts in Spiritual Formation and Direction Click Here

Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Formation and Leadership Click Here

The Richmont Graduate University School of Ministry advances the Gospel of Christ by increasing students’ capacities to understand God’s Word, pursue holiness, and lead and serve effectively. These programs prepare students to fulfill God’s call to transformational ministry. 

Rigorous theological study and modern, real-world applications under the guidance and mentorship of experienced faculty

A unique, integrative approach designed for the modern minister with flexible hybrid and online options fit for a busy schedule

“The most meaningful part of being a part of Richmont is the emphasis on wellness. The term for that is spiritual formation—the health and wellness of our souls.”
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Ministry Student

Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership

The Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership is a 40-credit-hour program that teaches the foundations of Christianity and spiritual formation and prepares students with ministry skills that lead to lifelong learning and vocational success.

Equips students to interpret scripture through an emphasis on fundamental hermeneutics, Biblical themes, Christian Trinitarian doctrine, and church history

Empowers students in intentional spiritual formation, dwelling in Christ, and becoming like Christ

Degree Requirements

MIN/MINO5113Hermeneutics and Exegesis 3
MIN/MINO5133Church History 3
MIN/MINO6113 Biblical Themes3
MIN/MINO6123 The Trinity 3

MIN/MINO5213 

Authentic Leadership

3

MIN/MINO5223 

Pastoral Care

3

MIN/MINO5333

Practical Aspects of Ministry

3

MIN/MINO6323

Communi-cation in Ministry

3

MIN/MINO5213

Essentials of Spiritual Formation

3

MIN/MINO5223 

Practices of Spiritual Formation

3

MIN/MINO6213

Traditions of Spiritual Formation

3

MIN/MINO6223

Applications of Spiritual Formation

3

MIN5231

Spiritual Formation Retreat

1

MINO5411

Mentored Growth and Development I 

1

MINO5421

Mentored Growth and Development II

1

MINO6231

Final Integrative Project 

1

Master of Arts in Trauma, Theology, and Ministry

The Master of Arts in Trauma, Theology, and Ministry is a unique and interdisciplinary course of study bringing students into the best of trauma-informed theology and ministry practices. This 33-credit-hour degree prepares students to address the effects of trauma in ministry and congregations. Students will be trained to recognize and respond to trauma from a biblical and theological perspective with practical takeaways to form trauma-safe churches.

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Engage with the meaning of how we discuss God, present Him to a hurting world, and seek to live out His kingdom.

Discover how trauma-informed study can open new dimensions of understanding in both scripture and church history

Frame major Christian doctrines in a trauma-sensitive way with the goal of making churches and ministries into places that are trauma-safe, psychologically informed, and deeply reflective of God’s great compassion.

Degree Requirements

MIN5113Hermeneutics and Exegesis3
MIN5433

History and Theology I: Ancient to Medieval

3
MIN6113Biblical Themes3
MIN6433

History and Theology II: Renaissance to Today

3
MIN5213Essentials of Spiritual Formation3
MIN5232Pastoral Care3
MIN5333

Practical Aspects of Ministry

3
 

MIN6613

Trauma-Informed Theology and the Church

3

MIN6623

Hermeneutics, History, and Legacies of Trauma

3

MIN6633

Theodicy and Trauma Counseling

3
 

MIN5411

Mentored Growth and Development I

1

MIN5421

Mentored Growth and Development II

1

MIN6231

Final Integrative Project

1

Master of Arts in Spiritual Formation and Direction

The Master of Arts in Spiritual Formation and Direction is a 40-credit-hour program that prepares students for the ministry of Spiritual Direction by equipping them to discern their own call and abilities and aiding them in becoming whole and holy people.

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Equips students to interpret scripture through an emphasis on fundamental hermeneutics, Biblical themes, Christian Trinitarian doctrine, and church history

Empowers students in intentional spiritual formation, dwelling in Christ, and becoming like Christ

Prepares students with the Biblical, historical framework for the art of Spiritual Direction, helping them develop practical skills to explore discernment practices

Degree Requirements

MIN/MINO5113Hermeneutics and Exegesis3
MIN/MINO5133Church History3
MIN/MINO5323Pastoral Care3
MIN/MINO6123The Trinity3
 
MIN/MINO5213Essentials of Spiritual Formation3
MIN/MINO5223Practices of Spiritual Formation3
MIN/MINO6213Traditions of Spiritual Formation3
MIN/MINO6223Applications of Spiritual Formation3
 
SPD7253Perceiving a Holy Invitation3
SPD7263Preparing an Available Self3
SPD7273Developing a Listening Ear3
SPD7283Discerning and Knowing God3
SPD7293Arranging a Sacred Space3
MINO6231 Final Integrative Project 1

Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Formation and Leadership

Richmont’s Doctor of Ministry is a 32-33-credit hour program featuring five core classes, three concentration options, a capstone project, and onsite and online retreats. The program is focused on the two most integral dimensions of a minister’s career: Spiritual Formation and Leadership. Spiritual formation is the foundation upon which all Richmont programs are built, empowering ministers and counselors to impact churches, organizations, clients, and communities. 

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Cohort-based learning community built to foster Christ-likeness

Hybrid schedule crafted for the working student with four on-site retreats in the Metro Atlanta area

Expert faculty committed to student success through rigorous theological, practical ministry projects, and engaging residency and online experiences

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Ministry Faculty

Christopher Boyd, Ph.D.

Rev. Care Crawford, D.Min.

Helen Mulligan Edwards, D.Min.

Leland Eliason, Th.D.

Chris Green, Ph.D, D.Min

Steve Hall, D.Min.

Preston Hill, Ph.D.

Director of Doctor of Ministry Program

T. Ryan Jackson, Ph.D.

Marcus Kilian, PsyD, DTh

Gary W. Moon, Ph.D.

Jody Owens, D.Min.

Barbara Peacock, D.Min.

Tracy Reynolds, DSL

Joshua Rice, Ph.D.

Provost; Dean of the School of Ministry

James D. Smith III, Th.D.

Michael Stewart, D.Min.

Justin Walker, Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty

Samuel Youngs, Ph.D.

Ministry Faculty

Christopher Boyd, Ph.D.

Authentic Leadership

Rev. Care Crawford, D.Min.

Helen Mulligan Edwards, D.Min.

Spiritual Direction, Spiritual Formation

Leland Eliason, Th.D.

Authentic Leadership

Chris Green, Ph.D, D.Min

Professor of Public Theology

Steve Hall, D.Min.

Pastor, Heritage Community Church

Preston Hill, Ph.D.

Director of Doctor of Ministry Program

T. Ryan Jackson, Ph.D.

Biblical Themes

Marcus Kilian, PsyD, DTh

Spiritual Formation courses

Gary W. Moon, Ph.D.

Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Christian Spirituality

Jody Owens, D.Min.

Practices of Spiritual Formation

Barbara Peacock, D.Min.

Tracy Reynolds, DSL

Practical Aspects of Ministry

Joshua Rice, Ph.D.

Provost; Dean of the School of Ministry

James D. Smith III, Th.D.

The Trinity

Michael Stewart, D.Min.

Communication in Ministry

Justin Walker, Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty

Samuel Youngs, Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty

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