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Montreat Bible and Religion Department  

(From left to right: Don Shepson, Steve Woodworth, Paul Owen, Mark Wells)

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Department Chair
Dr. Paul Owen
powen@montreat.edu

Benefits and Outcomes

Students who graduate with a degree in Bible and Religion are free to pursue a wide spectrum of career choices.Some students continue their education in seminary.

Others build on the knowledge and skills they acquired from the Bible and Religion major by entering careers in:

  • Education
  • Law
  • Criminal Justice
  • Psychology
  • Counseling

Regardless of what goals are chosen, a Bible and Religion major prepares one for a career and a lifestyle guided by religious faith.

Our Mission

The mission of the Biblical, Religious, & Interdisciplinary Studies Department is to provide instruction and mentoring in biblical studies, philosophy, cross-cultural studies, and educational ministries from the perspective of a Reformed worldview.

The department seeks to expose, challenge, and equip students to mature in their critical thinking skills and the application of a biblical worldview to their intended field of study and to study and mature in their faith and commitment to Jesus Christ.

Concentrations

The Bible and Religion major offers six areas of concentration:

  • Ministerial Studies
  • Philosophy and Worldview Studies
  • Christian Education
  • Youth Ministry
  • Cross-Cultural Studies
  • Biblical Scholarship

The department also offers three minors:

  • Bible and Religion
  • Christian Education
  • Interdisciplinary Studies

The department participates in the Zondervan Greek Award Program and the Youth Specialties Academic Support Network.

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