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Master of Arts in Diaconal Ministry
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Wartburg Seminary's Master of Arts in Diaconal Ministry degree forms leaders called to serve at the intersection of church and world, empowering communities through compassion, justice, and service.
The Master of Arts in Diaconal Ministry degree is designed to provide education and formation for those called to serve as a Deacon on the Word and Service roster of the ELCA.
It prepares candidates for church service who want to bridge a congregational or local church setting with the mission of the church in society.
The degree combines academic coursework with contextual learning opportunities to fulfill both academic and candidacy requirements.
A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2.5 GPA is a requirement for admission to our Master of Divinity program, but we do have some exceptions for outstanding candidates who do not have a Bachelor’s degree. Learn more by reading our policy for candidates without a Bachelor’s degree or by getting in touch with the Admissions team.
Wartburg Seminary forms leaders in one learning community with two distinct pathways–all of which share the same courses.
Our course catalog is published every two years, and includes requirements for all degree and certificate programs, along with information about admissions, tuition, fees, and housing, and a list of course descriptions.
Download Now ›The Master of Arts in Diaconal Ministry degree program is designed for students most often preparing for Word and Service ministry. Wartburg forms leaders who are grounded in their confessional identity as Christians for service in local congregations and faith communities.
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