Career questions tagged ministry
How can I combine my passion for ministry and public service with a career that also supports long-term financial stability?
I’m a high school student passionate about faith, missions, and helping those in need. I feel called to ministry, and I’m especially drawn to serving in cross-cultural or international settings. I’ve been actively involved in church leadership, children’s ministry, and community outreach. I’m also a strong language learner and love exploring different cultures, which I hope will help me connect with people from all backgrounds. While I’m deeply committed to this path, I’m also thinking about long-term financial stability and how to build a sustainable career around my calling. I’d really appreciate any advice from people who’ve balanced passion with practical planning.
What would be a good major or combination of majors that could both aid me in becoming a pastor, and open up other, secular job opportunities Right now I'm thinking of double majoring in communications and math; does that seem smart??
I'll be finishing up an Oregon transfer degree at PCC this spring, and I'm planning on transferring to PSU in the fall, largely because it's the only school that works financially for me. I want to go into professional christian ministry--something like a pastor--but I recognize that that's not the most stable profession, so I'm wanting to set myself up well with a degree that could get me a decent job outside of the church, rather than just a theology or ministry degree. #Spring25
How to become a Minister?
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How to become an ordained minister?
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How long will the process be for becoming a pastor?
I would like to know more about becoming a pastor.
Will organizing faith based organizations help your chances in getting into catholic colleges?
My GPA is 3.7 and I am applying for all nursing programs at mostly catholic schools. I have started a youth group at my church and I am a Eucharistic Minister.
What jobs are available in Christian ministries?
Can I earn a living doing Christian ministry or must I have a complementary source of income (a second job)?
What job opportunities are there with a Biblical Studies major besides working in a church?
I'm interested in a Biblical Studies major and am wondering what types of careers I can consider with it? I would love to work in a church but want to keep my options open! #major #college-major #ministry #biblical-studies #theology
I want to go into public speaking in Ministry. Women are often frowned upon in this career choice. As I enter college in the fall, I plan on taking classes in communication and public speaking. What are some other things that will help me succeed?
Because it is often difficult as a female to be accepted in this profession. #womeninministry #ministry #public-speaking
How did you get to be successful in youth ministry?
I am going to college to get an M. Div in Pastoral Studies and I plan to be a youth minister. How do I make sure I can be successful in this? #leadership #youth #ministry #youth-ministry #youth-leadership #christian #ordained-ministry #youth-advocacy
What are the responsibilities involved in a Youth Minister Position?
My name is Abby I am a Senior in high school and I have been looking into the field of ministry. The idea of this job interests me because of it being tied into my faith, and also because it seems to utilize the skills I have, as far as I can tell. I am curious to know what are the different responsibilities involved in being a youth pastor? #ministry #youth-ministry