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Pastoral Fellows
A pastor must be called to something far greater than himself. But the call is just the beginning. Then, a pastor must be made.
Pastoring Christ’s church is a profound call—one that can only come through the Spirit of God and that must be affirmed by the people of God. From there, the Spirit must continue his work—and so must the pastor-in-making. This is where Westminster seeks to serve.
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CALLED BY CHRIST to MINISTRY
MADE BY CHRIST for MINISTRY
PROFOUND PREPARATION FOR A PROFOUND CALL
The Master of Divinity Pastoral Fellows is Westminster’s most academically and relationally rigorous program, intentionally designed to shape convictions, character, and competencies in the making of a pastor.
Rigorous academic study to shape the convictions of a pastor.
111 credit hours, Westminster’s full curriculum
3 years of intensive on-campus training
Study of and exegesis in the biblical languages
Deep faculty mentoring to shape the character of a pastor.
300+ hours of focused, character-shaping mentoring from Westminster faculty
10-student cohort
Cohort mentoring lunches with Faculty twice a week
Cohort meals in faculty homes twice per semester
Ministry experience to shape the competencies of a pastor.
Guaranteed 1-year pastoral residency
14+ preaching opportunities
Israel Study Trip
International missions and urban ministry experiences
“It is actually somewhat breathtaking to see how the marriage of the time tested, Biblically based excellence of the Westminster curriculum with the enhancement of Westminster distinctives communicated through faculty mentoring and ministry experiences will produce Christ-exalting, God-glorifying and Spirit-filled pastor-preachers for Christ’s church.”
REV. HARRY REEDER
Senior Pastor at Briarwood Presbyterian Church
integrated training
The Master of Divinity Pastoral Fellows program provides integrated training through three strategic methods.
Our curriculum is crafted to be cumulatively sequential and thoroughly integrated.
Each discipline derives its content and methodology from Scripture and therefore necessarily draws on—and informs—all other disciplines.
Biblical Languages
18 credits
Greek 1
Greek 2
Greek 3
Hebrew 1
Hebrew 2
Hebrew 3
Biblical Studies
32 credits
Hermeneutics
Intro to New Testament
Intro to Old Testament
OT History & Theology 1
OT History & Theology 2
Prophetical Books
Poetry and Wisdom
The Gospels
Acts and Pauline Epistles
Hebrews to Revelation
Systematic Theology
16 credits
Introduction to Systematic Theology
Doctrine of God
Doctrine of Man
Doctrine of Christ
Doctrine of the Church
Doctrine of Salvation
Covenantal Apologetics
6 credits
Introduction to Apologetics
Principles of Christian Apologetics
Church History
11 credits
Ancient Church
Medieval Church
The Reformation
Church in the Modern Age
Pastoral Theology
26 credits
Introduction to Pastoral Theology and Ministry
Introduction to Pastoral Counseling
Theology and Practice of Preaching
Theology of Evangelism and Missions
Evangelism and Missions in the Local Church
Marriage Counseling
Christian Ethics
Peacemaking Pastor
Foundations of Leadership
Practices of Leadership
Expository Preaching from the New Testament
Expository Preaching from the Old Testament
Exposition & Sermon Delivery
Life-on-life faculty mentorship is the heart of our pastoral training.
Our expert faculty are personally invested in helping you prepare for life and ministry as a pastor.
Faculty mentoring is structured around:
Cohort mentoring lunches with Faculty twice a week
Cohort meals in faculty homes twice per semester
Weekly prayer groups with faculty
Travel with faculty in field experiences
Deepen your training through real-life ministry experiences with peers, faculty, and mentors.
Each student will participate in educational travel and service opportunities near and far, including:
Princeton Tour
Urban Ministry Experiences (Years 1-3)
Domestic or International Missions Trip (Year 2)
Local Church Practicum (Years 1-3)
Israel Study Tour (Year 1)
Pulpit Supply Program (Year 3)
Pastoral Residency (Year 4)
Frequently Asked Questions
What MDiv Pastoral FELLOWS scholarship opportunities are currently available?
Westminster is committed to making sure that admitted students are able to afford its programs through scholarships and network support programs. We will work and pray with you to seek the Lord’s provision if you don’t think you can afford our tuition. We encourage you to apply if you believe that Westminster is the best place to prepare you for service in the Lord’s kingdom.
How long is the MDiv Pastoral FELLOWS program?
The MDiv Pastoral Fellows requires 111 credit hours over four years. The program includes three years of on-campus academic study followed by a one-year pastoral residency.
Can I take online courses in the MDiv Pastoral Fellows program?
No. The Pastoral Fellows program is offered only for those who are able to commit to full-time residential study.
When will I participate in all of the Pastoral Fellows activities?
The MDiv Pastoral Fellows Roadmap details the various Pastoral Fellows activities that are planned each semester alongside your course schedule so you know what you will be doing each year of the program.
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