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Youth Ministry

"Young people need models, not critics."

John Wooden, American Basketball Coach (b.1910)

Why Youth Ministry?

The Youth Ministry degree at Colorado Christian University enables students to articulate a biblical philosophy of youth ministry, model an appropriate lifestyle, understand contemporary youth problems, counsel adolescents in different settings, organize and administrate youth programs, and communicate biblical concepts effectively in a variety of teaching situations. During their time in the program, youth ministry students are required to complete an internship that gives them real experience in the field. Upon graduation, students in the program are also prepared to enter into seminary or graduate school.

Youth Ministry in the Christian University

It’s a whole new ball game. Youth culture has changed – even from just 10 years ago. With the rise of postmodernism and the new expectations being placed on youth pastors and workers, there has never been a more important time for serious training. And that’s what you get at Colorado Christian University. Our youth ministry degree program began over 20 years ago. In fact, you might call us one of the pioneers of youth ministry. Since that time, many other schools looking to train youth workers have modeled their programs after CCU's. We're established, but not stagnant. Our curriculum is continually updated – emphasizing biblical principles, discipleship, counseling relationships, and effective communication. In addition to classroom learning and internships, opportunities exist every year to participate in local and national ministry training events through CCU's involvement in the Youth Specialties Academic Support Network.

Dr. Jeffrey Mallinson
Dean of the School of Theology; Assistant Professor of Theology

Faith & Learning:
I created the Latin motto: Eruditio ipsa ministerium ad ecclesiam et pro ecclesia—this has become the unofficial motto of the School of Theology. Translated, ...