The purpose of the program:
• The Master of Arts in Urban Mission (M.A.U.M.) is a professional degree program designed to train men and women preparing to serve Christ in occupations other than the ordained Gospel ministry.
This program builds on basic biblical, theological, and historical foundations. These are integrated and sharpened through active involvement in the area of urban missions throughout the entire course of study.
The M.A.U.M. is designed to prepare the student for ministry in the Philadelphia area, in other North American cities, and in cities around the world. Using the resources of Philadelphia’s urban complex, a program of study has been developed which seeks to integrate traditional features of Westminster’s academic curriculum with involvement in, and reflection on, urban community and church life.
M.A. in Urban Missions Learning Goals
Upon graduation, the student will:
- Exhibit love for the triune God, his word, his truth and his church and a Christ-like humility in relation with others;
- Demonstrate basic knowledge in scripture, Reformed theology, biblical theology, church history and apologetics;
- Demonstrate understanding of the broad context of urban missions and will apply God’s eternal word to a changing world in an urban ministry context;
- Demonstrate skill in the practice of urban ministry.
For detailed information on the following topics please see the catalog links below:
• Program Requirements
• Admissions to the Program
• Urban Mission Requirements
