“My goals have really changed from what I want, to where does God want me to be in my life and how is God using me and how is He guiding me to further His kingdom? It’s not about your story or the goals you have but it’s about God’s story and where you fit into that.”

— Mason Lee, Class of 2010

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A Community of Faith

“Ministry takes many different forms. If you have a heart for sharing God’s word and ways with people, York College is the place for you. If God is calling you to fulltime ministry, let the York College Bible department help you become an effective servant of the Lord.”

Dr. Frank E. WheelerProfessor of Bible,Chair of the Department of Biblical Studies

Programs of Study

The Department of Biblical Studies provides an opportunity for stu-dents to learn about the role of faith in their own life and the central position of Jesus in history. While developing an understanding of the spiritual development of humankind, students are encouraged to begin a thoughtful pursuit of truth and are trained in spiritual values that are the foundation of life.

Department ofBiblical Studies

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Highlights

YORK C O L L E G E

York College, founded in 1890, is a private four year liberal arts college affiliated with the churches of Christ. York offers numerous bachelor degrees and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

The campus is located in York, Nebraska, a proud pro-gressive community just 45 minutes west of Lincoln.

Student-to-faculty ratio is 11:1 with a student enroll-ment that is close to 500. Typical class size is 22.

The student population consists of young men and women from about 40 states and countries.

The York Panthers compete in the National Associa-tion of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Division II and the National Christian College Athletic Association. York College is a founding member of the Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference.

Extracurricular choices include social service clubs, athletic teams, performances groups, Christian outreach groups, literary publications, special interests organizations, and a wide range of intramural sports.

Students can earn Bachelor’sdegrees in the following areas:

Behavioral SciencesCriminal JusticePsychology

BibleBiblical StudiesReligious Studies

BusinessAccountingBusiness AdministrationBusiness ManagementSports Management

Education*ElementaryMiddle SchoolSecondary Special Education

English

Fine Arts & CommunicationArt EducationBusiness CommunicationGraphic Design Speech CommunicationTheatreVocal Music EducationVocal Music Performance

General Studies

History

Natural Sciences & MathematicsBiologyChemistryMathematics

Physical Education

*The Education Department offers 20 endorsements in elementary, middle grades, and secondary areas.

For updates on academic programs and degree plans, please visit our website at www.york.edu/academics

Equipping for Ministry and for Life Eph. 4:11-13

Degree Programs

The Biblical Studies program at York College offers students the opportunity to study the Bible with professors who have many years of experience in congregational ministry, missions, campus ministry, and youth ministry.

We offer two baccalaureate degrees. The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biblical Studies is designed for students who wish to make ministry their career.

The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies is for students who will make their career in another field but desire to help strengthen churches.

We focus on helping Students • Interpret the Bible effectively• Apply biblical principles to everyday life• Communicate the Bible effectively • Develop strong leadership skills• Learn principles of positive ministry and

missions• Prepare for graduate school

Possible careers for majors in Biblical Studies• Congregational Ministry Preaching Youth and Family Education

• Missionary/Church planting Foreign and Domestic

• Professor of Bible• Author/Editor of Christian Literature

Quotes from York College Graduates

“I was confident to preach because I was well prepared. Through York, I gained valuable knowledge of the Word, how to study the Word, and how to prepare for sermons. After graduation, the College and the Bible Department have continued to assist me in my ministry, which I deeply appreciate.”

— Jeff Schipper, Minister, NE

“There is not a day that goes by where I do not draw from my experience in the York College Bible department. The academic expectations, the wisdom of the professors, and the hands on ministry experience fully prepared me to face the demands and challenges of full time ministry.”

— Cliff Mullen, Youth Minister, WA

“My time and training at York College greatly prepared me to address the changes and challenges of ministry in a 21st century world. Through careful study of the text and a deep concern for the context in which the text is applied, I was able to leave York College more than adequately prepared for ministry and graduate school. But more than simple preparation, I was instructed in a way that has allowed me to see the world not as a place from which to retreat, but a context in which God calls me as a minister to engage in His kingdom work.”

— Mason Lee, Minister/Graduate Student, TX

“My time in the Bible department was more than just four years of learning information. It was a time of spiritual formation and genuine change in my life. Because of my time at York, and the growth I experienced, I had many great opportunities upon graduation.”

— Mark Smesrud, Youth Minister, TX

“I felt thoroughly equipped to enter the ministry field when I graduated. I can honestly say I’ve used just about every course somewhere along the line in my work as a youth minister and preacher.”

— Darrel Sears, Minister, OK

“When I went to graduate school, I was well prepared to handle the work load, to think for myself, and to respect the experiences of others. Perhaps more than anything, the Bible faculty showed me how love for the biblical message and love for the church intertwine in God’s kingdom. Their faith and passion continue to resonate in my own ministry and faith.”

— Lance Hawley, Minister, WI

The courses of study focus on the Bible as the inspired Word of God and how it provides wisdom and direction for life.

Ø Courses in Biblical Studies• History of the Old Testament• History of the New Testament• The Prophets of Israel• Wisdom and Poetry of the Old Testament• Life and Letters of Paul• The Gospel of John• Biblical Hermeneutics• Archaeology and the Bible• Biblical Greek and Hebrew

Ø Courses in Ministry• Introduction to Ministry• Biblical Preaching• The Work of the Minister• Youth Ministry• Summer Internship

Ø Other Courses• Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics• Philosophy of Living• Introduction to Theology• History of Religions of the World• Survey of Church History

. . . And many other exciting courses!

You will have many opportunities to be involved in ministry and service to others on campus as well as around the world through our Summer Internships, Campus Ministry program, and short-term missions programs such as Let’s Start Talking.

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