The Stephen Olford Center at Union University

Graduate Degree Programs

Currently Union offers the Master of Christian Studies at the Olford Center.

Master of Christian Studies

The Master of Christian Studies exists to raise the level of ministry competence among church staff and laypersons in churches of the Mid-South region.

Two emphases are at the core of the Master of Christian Studies program. First, many courses offered are foundational in terms of the student's ability to think biblically and theologically. Others are designed in terms of specific ministry skills. These two areas, thinking rightly and ministering effectively, work together. The goal is to think biblically and theologically to make ministry more effective. Well developed ministry skills then become the natural means of living out biblical and theological truths.

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What Our Students Are Saying...

My experience has been very rewarding! I've been able to immediately apply new knowledge to my ministry with students.

Stefanie Ray

 

I appreciate this program in providing an enriched study of Scripture and its interpretation, plus an overflow of application into my ministries and follower of Christ.

Karen Miller

 

The MCA at Germantown is the perfect fit for anybody looking for flexibility, and a centered study of the Bible.

Anonymous

 

God has blessed me with this wonderful opportunity to learn His word. I truly cherish this experience and how God is using it to grow me personally.

Brenda Lucas

 

The MCS program has been a great blessing to me. It enables me to still be involved in ministry full-time while learning how to better serve in my ministry area.

Shawna Kelly

 

The MCS program is a fantastic opportunity to receive invaluable training that is beneficial for every Christian.

David Carothers

 

The MCS program has taught me more than I ever could have imagined.

Wade Arnold

 

The MCS program has been a great "next step" in my education. The teachers are outstanding. The material is well taught, and the incorporation between the material and my ministry has been well worth my time.

Whitney Clay

 

Concise and to the point - perfect for my busy life! Excellent professors and in-depth instruction!

Lynn Young

 

The MCS program has challenged me both spiritually and intellectually.

Steve Skinner

 

MCS Rocks! What a blessing this program has been to me. God tailor made my life at this time to fit with this program.

Randy Spiars

 

God has used the material of my first MCS course to minister not only to me, but also to the people He has called me to minister to!

Walter Moore

 

Great program! Dynamic professors who express passion for the scriptures! The MCS program in Memphis is very convenient.

Bart Lewis

The Stephen Olford Center at Union University
4000 Riverdale Rd. OR P.O. Box 757800 | Memphis, TN 38175-7800
Phone: 901-757-7977 | 1-800-843-2241 | Fax: 901-757-1372
E-mail: socinfo@uu.edu