Christian ministry & formation
The Department of Christian Ministry & Formation focuses on your spiritual core, assisting you to boldly explore life’s biggest questions, solidify your passion for serving others and pursue a calling that will lend purpose to your life.

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majors
minors
- Bible and Theology
- Children and Family Ministry
- Christian Education
- Intercultural Studies
- Ministry
- Youth and Family Ministry
ordination
Educational requirements for ordination in the Church of the Nazarene can be met through the Ministry major, the Youth and Family Ministry major, the Intercultural Studies major (with ordination concentration), and Children and Family Ministry major (with appropriate electives). Students interested in being ordained in another denomination should consult with the department chair to design a program that fulfills the education requirements of their church.

Discover – Equip – Send
The Call
At MidAmerica Nazarene University, we’re helping you answer THE CALL, equipping high school juniors and seniors for a lifetime of Christian ministry.
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Consider this your official invitation to join the MNU community, and begin your journey to pioneer for life!
