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Mastor of Divinity in Worship and Liturgy

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The Master of Divinity in Worship and Liturgy program is an in-residence program (Bloomington, IN) that thoroughly prepares men for the work of shepherding God's people, especially through worship. In the three-year course of study, men come to know the Bible, the doctrine, and the history of Christ's Church, and the skills needed to be a faithful shepherd, while also preparing to lead churches in biblical, culturally-engaged worship. 

Classes are split between pre-recorded video classes, live video-conference classes (Tues./Thurs. from 6-9 p.m.), mentor-led practica, and self-guided independent studies.


Here's the full picture of the classwork and practica for the Worship and Liturgy track:
YEAR 1
 
 
 
​Semester 1
Credits
​Semester 2
Credits
Biblical & Covenant Theology
3
Systematics 1: Scripture, God, & Man
3
Gospels & Acts
3
Pentateuch & OT Historical Books
3
Church History: Ancient & Medieval
3
Church History: Reformation & Modern
3
Music Portfolio
1
Music Portfolio
1
Practicum
3
Practicum
3
SUMMER 1
 
Summer Seminar
1
Practicum
3
YEAR 2
 
 
 
​Semester 1
​Credits
​Semester 2
​Credits
Systematics 2: Christ, Salvation, & Eschatology
3
Systematics 3: Church & Sacraments
3
General Epistles & Revelation
3
Psalms & Wisdom Books
3
Reformed Worship
3
The Apostle Paul's Epistles
3
Music Portfolio
1
Music Portfolio
1
Practicum
3
Practicum
3
SUMMER 2
 
Summer Seminar
1
Practicum
Value
YEAR 3
  
 
 
​Semester 1
​Credits
Semester 2
​Credits
Music and the Reformation
3
Apologetics
3
Biblical Counseling
3
Prophets
3
Pastoral Theology: Leadership
3
Pastoral Theology: Shepherding
3
Final Music Portfolio
1
Final Music Portfolio
1
Practicum
3
Practicum
3

​As with our Mastor of Divinity in Pastoral Ministry, students in the Worship and Liturgy track will complete a practicum each semester. The practica will be tailored to the specific demands of those men who are called to lead worship. Here's an overview of each of the units:


Practicum Units

1. Songwriting Portfolio (6 credits; 1 credit every semester) Students will study songwriting, notation (chord charts, lead sheets, etc.), recording (two full mixes). The end result will be a final portfolio made up of a collection of chord charts, lead sheets, usable demos and full mixes of original songs/arrangements. 

​Portfolio Assignments:
Semester 1

-1 Hymn Arrangement
-1 Scripture Song

Semester 2
-1 Hymn Arrangement
-1 Hymn Rewrite
-1 Scripture Song

Semester 3
-1 Psalm / Canticle
-1 Hymn Arrangement
-1 Hymn Rewrite
-1 Scripture Song

Semester 4
-1 Original Song
-1 Hymn Arrangement
-1 Psalm / Canticle
-1 Scripture Song

Semester 5
-1 Original Song
-1 Psalm / Canticle
-Portfolio Development

Semester 6
-1 Psalm / Canticle
-1 Hymn -Arrangement / Rewrite
-Final Portfolio

2. Music Administration (6 credits; 1 credit every semester) Students will be training to lead choir, band, AC team and will participate in music leadership meetings (tasks to include: worship music selection, worship planning, budget development, volunteer development, youth band development, and technology/system development).

3. Personal Disciplines (3 credits; 1 credit every year) Students will have regular meetings (at least 6 per year) with a mentor concerning personal and family disciplines (daily Bible reading, meditation, and prayer). Students will write a personal testimony to God’s work in and through them. Students will receive instruction in stewardship of personal finances and demonstrate financial faithfulness. Students will develop a plan for regular participation in evangelism, then implement it.


4. Elder Board Meetings (3 credits; 1 credit every year) Students will attend monthly elder board meetings as observers.

5. Basics of Mixing (2 credits; year 1) Students will learn the basics of live sound.

6. Ministry Experience (2 credits; year 2) Students will spend time with a church administrator who will develop their approach to church dynamics and basic pastoral care.


7. Biblical Teaching (2 credits; year 3) Students will learn strategies for communicating the content of Scripture.

8. Conducting Training (2 credits; summers) Students will learn the rudiments of rehearsing and conducting choral and instrumental ensembles.


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