The Center for Ministry Studies encourages life-long Christian commitment in the context of Hope’s vibrant liberal arts learning community.

Dr. Andrew Le and Ministry minor student discussing material.Our work is characterized by:

  • Biblical and theological formation: Cultivation of a biblical and theological understanding of life and ministry
  • Church involvement: Significant connection with the historic, local and global church
  • Vocational discernment: The exploration of callings in the context of Christian learning communities
  • Cultural engagement: Discerning engagement with culture through faithful reflection and action

Informed by these core commitments, we provide programming and resources for students, faculty, practitioners and congregations.

Studies in Ministry Minor

The Studies in Ministry minor prepares students, theologically and practically, for entry-level ministry positions in churches and Christian organizations. It aims to provide students who are discerning a call to Christian ministry with the theological framework, practical experience, spiritual disciplines and mentoring guidance necessary to embark upon a lifetime of involvement in Christian ministries. Through coursework, year-long internships and relationships with peers and mentors, students in this minor will be prepared for possible future theological education and various non-ordained ministry positions in churches and organizations — locally and worldwide.

Discern Your Call to Ministry
Scholarships
 Faculty Programs
Special Programs for staff, students and faculty
Faith and Scholarship Discussion Series Brown Bag Lunch Discussions 
  • A man in a blue striped shirt engages in a discussion with a young woman in a green shirt, both seated at a table with a laptop and papers, illustrating vocational discernment and cultural engagement at Hope College.
  • A woman and a young man sit at a table, engaged in conversation. The woman is holding a pen and smiling, while the young man listens attentively. Papers, a smartphone, and a laptop are on the table in front of them.
  • Three students are seated at a table, engaged in discussion while looking at a laptop screen. One student, wearing a patterned blouse, gestures towards the screen, while the other two students, wearing glasses, focus intently.
  • A group of people in academic regalia are gathered outdoors on a sunny day, engaging in conversation. The individuals are wearing black gowns with hoods and caps, indicating participation in a formal academic event. Trees and greenery are visible in the background.
  • A group of musicians performing on stage with a lead singer playing a mandolin and singing into a microphone, surrounded by other band members playing various instruments including guitars and drums. The setting appears to be within a church or chapel.
  • A woman with long hair, wearing a cardigan, is sitting at a table next to a young woman with braided hair, who is holding a water bottle. They are looking at a laptop and have papers and notebooks spread out on the table.
  • A woman standing and pointing at a computer screen while a man sits and looks at the screen intently in a classroom setting.
  • A student and a faculty member engaged in discussion while looking at a laptop screen in a busy classroom setting at Hope College.
  • A woman in academic regalia speaks at a podium, exemplifying the commitments of Hope College to biblical and theological formation, church involvement, vocational discernment, and cultural engagement.

CALLED TO CHRISTIAN ministry?

Minor in ministry!

 

Walk-In Office Hours

Monday: None
Tuesday: Noon–4 p.m.
Wednesday: None
Thursday: None
Friday: None

Hope CollegeCenter for Ministry Studies

Lubbers Hall126 East 10th StreetRoom 111Holland, MI 49423

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Whether we work in an office, travel the world, write books or make films, care for the poor, offer leadership or fulfill unspectacular tasks, the question is not “What do I most want?” but “What is my vocation?”

Henri Nouwen