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BA Major • Minor

Missions

Ground yourself in a firm biblical foundation as you prepare to spread the Gospel to all nations

Spreading the Gospel is a full-time job. To love others like Jesus did, we have to understand the people around us and the struggles they face. A missions degree at Geneva prepares you for a lifetime of interacting and ministering to others, whether overseas or in your neighborhood.

Geneva prepares you to make a meaningful impact in your career, community and life.

Multi-faceted Study

Well-rounded program in Bible, philosophy, theology, and psychology, to equip students for the mission field and to share the Good News

Faculty Experience Distinctive

Receive mentorship from professors with years of experience in missions and church ministry

Global Perspective

Learn from professors who are active teachers and preachers in their own churches

Key Courses

Cultural Perspective for Missions

Explore the nature of cultures from anthropological and biblical perspectives so you can learn dynamic ways of interacting with different people groups

World Christian Movement

Take a look at various societies and the effect of Christianity on different ethnic people groups, as well as missionaries who have interacted with these people

Globalism and Multiculturalism

Examine the phenomenon of globalism in the 21st century and learn how to minister to different people groups from other cultures

Evangelism

Learn how to apply theology to the Great Commission through evangelizing to the nations

Experienced & Accomplished Faculty

Geneva College is a multifaceted institution dedicated to Christ-centered education in every course of study. That foundational Christianity provides a uniquely vibrant atmosphere in which our theological studies degree programs thrive.
The Bible Department practice a three-point pursuit in all their courses:
  • academic excellence
  • spiritual development
  • practical ministry skills
These qualities allow students to become servant-leaders in Christ's work and calling for their lives. 

Geneva's Bible department offers various study abroad trips including The Best of Israel Tour. The trip to Israel truly connects classroom curriculum and biblical knowledge with experiential learning.

 "Not only will we read about the location of some of the stories of the Bible, but we'll actually visit them - so we'll see and feel these stories. Travelers have told me more than once, I'll never read the Bible the same way again." -Dr. Shidemantle

Learn more about the trip!

Extracurricular Experiences

Graduates who aspire to have an impact in their communities and their careers through a Geneva Education gain expertise in this field enhanced by academics rooted in Christian values and ethics in Geneva’s program.

Students may join a biannual trip to Israel led by Bible professors Dr. Byron Curtis, Dr. Jonathan Watt, and Dr. Scott Shidemantle

Study abroad at Jerusalem University College, including participation in JUC’s archeology program

“I really think this is a special place, and I'm amazed all the time at the things I am learning, inside and outside my classes." Megan, alumna

Be prepared for ministry in roles such as...

  • Bible Translator
  • Missionary
  • Church Administrator
  • Youth Counselor

Further your impact...

  • Serve overseas with the International Mission Board, Mission Aviation Fellowship, or Send International
  • Pursue domestic mission’s opportunities with organizations such as Urban Impact, Cru, and Coalition for Christian Outreach
  • Gain professional experience to help aid hurting third-world communities

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