Rural and Small-Town Ministry (D.Min.)

Program Overview

The Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) in Rural and Small-Town Ministry at Abide University is an advanced doctoral program designed for scholars, educators, canonists, and ministry leaders seeking deep expertise in this specialized field. Our RCSAI-accredited curriculum combines theological depth, advanced research methods, and practical application. Students engage in doctoral seminars, supervised research, and a culminating dissertation or ministry project that contributes meaningfully to scholarship, ecclesial leadership, and professional practice.

Core Courses

• DOC 801 — Foundations of Rural and Small-Town Ministry (6 credits)
• DOC 810 — Advanced Studies in Rural and Small-Town Ministry (6 credits)
• DOC 820 — Doctoral Research Methods and Design (6 credits)
• DOC 830 — Advanced Doctoral Seminar (6 credits)
• DOC 840 — Specialized Topics Seminar (4 credits)
• DOC 850 — Proposal Development (4 credits)
• DOC 860 — Research Colloquium (4 credits)
• DOC 870 — Advanced Integrative Seminar (3 credits)
• DOC 899 — Doctoral Ministry Project (24 credits)