Master of Missional Leadership

Program Description and Objectives:

The Master of Missional Leadership forms advanced Christian leaders who are rooted in Christ (Identity), shaped for Spirit-led service (Life), and sent to multiply gospel impact (Destiny). Grounded in Scripture and missional theology, the program develops spiritual maturity and practical competencies to exegete culture, disciple and mobilize God’s people, build healthy teams, and lead change across diverse communities and global contexts. Graduates are equipped to design disciple-making systems, communicate the gospel persuasively (in person and digitally), foster just and merciful witness, and steward ministries with integrity for the advance of God’s Kingdom.

Program Requirements Summary:

Bible and Mission 36 credits

Mission as Spiritual Formation 20 credits

Missional Studies 16 credits

Missional Leadership 24 credits

Total Credit requirement: 96 credits

Program Learning Outcomes:

The Master of Missional Leadership at Lumina Christian University forms advanced leaders, teachers, and administrators for the church and world. Rooted in biblical and theological identity (Identity), the program cultivates spiritual formation and educational excellence (Life), and equips graduates to lead missionally with wisdom, integrity, and Christlike character (Destiny). Graduates will be able to:

Articulate a biblical-theological foundation for the missio Dei and the church’s participation in it.
Demonstrate a sustainable Rule of Life that models Christlike character and spiritual resilience.
Exegete neighborhoods and cultures; form contextual mission strategies and partnerships.
Design and lead disciple-making systems (evangelism, groups, leadership pipelines, church planting).
Communicate the gospel with clarity and grace—preaching, teaching, digital media, and apologetics.
Lead organizations through change with ethical governance, team development, and wise stewardship.
Measure impact and iterate ministry using assessment and reflective practice.

Admission Requirements:

Anyone possessing a bachelor’s degree, or its equivalent meets the basic academic requirement for admission to the program. See the section on admissions criteria, earlier in this catalog, for additional requirements.

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for admission to the Master of Missional Leadership program:

1. Applicants for admission must hold a Bachelor of Arts or equivalent degree from a university or college with at least a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 (4.00 scale) and must submit official transcripts for their academic work.

2. A completed application form for admission

3. Application fee

4. Recommendation Form

5. Preferred: Ministry experience, statement of calling/vision, references, résumé/CV, and a brief writing sample.

Program Graduation Requirements:

As stated above, a minimum of 36 credits of Bible and Mission courses, 20 credits of Mission as Spiritual Formation, 16 credits of Mission Studies, Students are also required to take at least 24 credits of Missional Leadership, in any of classifications.