The Master of Arts in
Christian ThoughtAn InMinistry program of Bethel Seminary
The Master of Arts in Christian Thought (M.A.C.T.) program equips students to understand and communicate the Christian worldview. The program integrates the study of Christian thought in contemporary culture with work in philosophy of religion and the study of systematic theology, history, and the Bible. Classes in this program address the great worldview questions—God’s being, the problem of evil, and human destiny. They also include study of issues especially important for Christian thinkers—science and faith, theology and culture, and theories of knowledge.
The phrase “dialogical apologetics” captures the M.A.C.T. philosophy. By teaching and modeling, Bethel faculty members encourage students to practice apologetics—to communicate the Christian worldview with persuasive clarity and logical rigor. They also encourage their students to communicate dialogically—to express their faith in the context of respectful personal relationship.
Some graduates choose professional or lay work in student and campus ministry. Others work in evangelism and discipleship. Still others serve by teaching in churches and parachurch contexts. (For an occasional gifted student, the M.A.C.T. could provide a foundation for doctoral studies in philosophical theology or a related area.)
(For information on how the InMinistry program works, please see "About Us.")
- Introduction
- Program Personnel
- Courses
- More Information
- Start Dates - Start dates for the MACT Program are available on the new web page for the Registrar's Office by clicking on the following link: Quarter & Intensive Schedules. Under the heading, "Quarter and Intensive Schedule," select an Academic Year. See "MACT (new start)" on the Quarter & Intensive Schedule for new start dates.
