Church Ministry explores the various ways that have been utilized in the history of
church ministry, and are useful for mission and evangelization, especially relevant
for the MCS and abroad.
But a degree in Theology as a whole involves more than the study of particular
disciplines separately. It seeks to help a student integrate these together, and in his
or her person, so equipping them to be able to continue with a lifestyle of
discipline and integrity. Learning and attitude outcomes are therefore looked for,
alongside knowledge and skills, but how these are assessed or set in place is always
a complex matter.

In contrast to much university education, however, Theological Programmes inPiula is typically

set in the context of a community of learning that embracesstudents, faculty and staff, and regards study, worship, work, culture, fellowship,
reflective practice, and living as a formative whole. This holistic approach to
theological training in Piula is based on the belief that it is not only an academic
training. Experience shows that this setting does not distort academic freedom.
Rather, it fosters the (seemingly paradoxical) reality that only as students have a
sense of safety and integrative growth in the academic, moral, and spiritual
formation do they find themselves open and matured enough to explore new and
‘dangerous’ ideas openly. And since Theology is concerned with what is ultimately
real, true and good, its own commitments continue to set fairness, consistency and
openness at its heart.