LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
JOHN W. RAWLINGS SCHOOL of DIVINITY
AT LIBERTY,
WE ARE Training Champions for Christ
to come alongside the local church in its quest to fulfill the Great Commission.
At the JOHN W. RAWLINGS SCHOOL of DIVINITY,
you learn not only to share Christ but also to speak the language of your audience. You learn the Word of God and how to teach it to a new generation. You learn how to answer the big questions, addressing issues of both the heart and the mind.
YOU LEARN HOW TO BE A CHAMPION.
STUDY:
Biblical Languages
Church History
The Genres and History of the Bible Hermeneutics and Exegetical Methods
Old and New Testament Backgrounds and Context
DEPARTMENT of BIBLICAL STUDIES
What’s Your Calling?
At the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity, every degree program includes courses in Scripture, theology, and ministry; each academic department also uniquely prepares you for the ministry God has called you to.
In the Department of Biblical Studies, you’ll examine Scripture, learn to clearly explain essential Christian truths, and explore church history while preparing for a career in ministry or missions. Choose a concentration like biblical languages and continue your education with a master’s or doctoral degree.
Programs are available on campus and online.
DEPARTMENT of CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP & CHURCH MINISTRIES
What’s Your Calling?
The Department of Christian Leadership & Church Ministries (CLCM) prepares you to minister in the local church or at a nonprofit with our action-oriented curriculum. We have specializations in youth ministries, women’s leadership, pastoral leadership, and camp ministry, or you can focus on worship and leadership to effectively serve your local church or ministry. Programs available on campus and online.
STUDY:
Children’s Ministry
Christian Camping
Christian Leadership
Church Planting
Disability Ministry
Pastoral Leadership
Urban Ministry
Women’s Leadership
Youth Ministry
STUDY:
Cultural Anthropology
Ethnography & Orality
Global Trends & Issues
Intercultural
Communication & Engagement
World Religions
DEPARTMENT of
GLOBAL STUDIES
What’s Your Calling?
In the Department of Global Studies, you’ll learn to communicate with people from various cultures and experience the unique dynamics of living and working overseas. Prepare for a career in ministry at international locations or for intercultural ministry in the United States. Choose from diverse minors and learn practical skills that open doors in local communities or global cities.
Programs available on campus and online.
DEPARTMENT of THEOLOGICAL
STUDIES
What’s Your Calling?
Get the academic and practical training you need to think critically about Christian doctrine in the Department of Theological Studies. You’ll gain the skills to become a minister, Christian educator, or author. You will also be prepared academically to pursue your graduate degree in biblical studies, theology, or apologetics. Programs available on campus and online.
STUDY: Apologetics
Christianity & Cults
Church History
Fundamental
Theological Issues
New Testament
Theology
Old Testament
Theology
City Reach
HOW DO YOU WANT TO GET INVOLVED?
Your ministry can start as soon as you get here. Join one of Liberty’s campus ministries and use your God-given gifts and passions to change someone’s life for eternity.
YouthQuest
Travel with a team that ministers to youth through discipleship, creative arts, and worship in churches up and down the East Coast.
Travel to Biblical Sites
Get course credit by experiencing places like Greece, Turkey, and Israel with School of Divinity faculty.
City Reach is a collaborative effort to bring together pastors, ministries, church members, students, and community leaders under the banner of our Lord Jesus Christ. This ministry serves the Lynchburg area in tangible ways to effectively show and share the good news of the Gospel in our region.
Scaremare
This October tradition is filled with funhouse thrills that confront visitors with the question, “What happens after we die?”
Local Church
Experience spiritual growth and biblical community by connecting to one of our many local churches in the area.
LU Send Now
Join Liberty’s quick-response team for disaster relief and humanitarian aid around the world.
Resident Shepherd Community Group Leader
Get involved by becoming a Resident Shepherd. These are students who create a sense of home on the resident halls by serving other students and nurturing spiritual growth and maturity.
The Community Group Leader (CGL) ministry provides both residential and commuter students with an opportunity to serve across Liberty University as small group spiritual leaders.
WHERE CAN YOU STUDY & SERVE?
Get academic credit and ministry experience at the same time.
Practicums
Complete ministry training through leadership and ministry practicums prior to the start of your final internship.
Local, National, and Global Internships
Connect with churches, camps, and ministries close to campus or around the world that will equip you for real-life ministry and leadership.
Designated Ministry Experience
Gain over 200 hours of experience through small group leadership, outreach, preaching, and serving in a ministry setting.
Ministry Experience
Spend your senior year working at an approved host church or parachurch ministry while completing your final classes online. You must be enrolled in a CLCM degree program.
HOW WILL YOU GROW?
Liberty’s academic centers focus on practical training in specific areas of ministry, bringing together men and women with a passion for learning and a vision to change the world.
Programs available on campus and online.
CENTER FOR APOLOGETICS & CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT
Learn how to express your faith with clarity and conviction as you prepare to engage culture and address today’s biblical, theological, and philosophical questions.
CENTER FOR CHAPLAINCY
Learn to effectively minister to our nation’s armed forces and in other chaplaincy settings through our innovative curriculum and distinctive commitment to research, publication, and outreach.
CENTER FOR CHURCH ADVANCEMENT
Discover how to champion the church through church planting, revitalization, and resourcing.
CENTER FOR YOUTH MINISTRIES
Receive the practical training and tools you’ll need to effectively minister to youth and their families.
Scan here to learn how you can continue your education at Liberty University's Theological Seminary
Love, Learn, Live, and Lead
“FOR
EZRA HAD SET HIS HEART TO STUDY THE LAW OF THE LORD, AND TO DO IT AND TO TEACH HIS STATUTES AND RULES IN ISRAEL.”
EZRA 7:10
