THE LSOM PROGRAM
Biblical formation for a life of ministry.
Our two-year Diploma in Theology and Ministry Leadership brings biblical study, spiritual formation, and hands-on ministry together in the life of the local church.
Formed. Equipped. Activated. Sent.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
LifeSong School of Ministry is a church-based, Spirit-filled, Word-grounded ministry formation program operated by LifeSong Church. Students are rooted in Scripture, sharpened in doctrine, formed in character, and activated through supervised ministry as they prepare to serve wherever God sends them.
Across four academic semesters, students complete 20 required courses and 60 semester-equivalent units, including four supervised ministry practica and a final capstone. Those who complete all published requirements may be awarded the Diploma in Theology and Ministry Leadership.
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Two years. One integrated journey.
60
Semester-Equivalent Units
4
Academic Semesters
4
Supervised Practica
20
Required Courses
Four semesters of integrated formation.
COURSE OF STUDY
The program moves intentionally from biblical and spiritual foundations to Spirit-empowered leadership, teaching, integrity, and multiplication. Open each semester to explore its required courses.
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LSOM 101 — The LifeSong Way: Cultural and Spiritual Formation
BIB 101 — Biblical Interpretation and Study Methods
BIB 111 — Old Testament Survey
MIN 101 — Spiritual Formation and Christian Practices
PRA 190 — Supervised Ministry Practicum I -
BIB 112 — New Testament Survey
THE 101 — Christian Doctrine I
HIS 101 — Church History and Pentecostal-Charismatic Movements
MIN 120 — Evangelism, Discipleship, and Small Groups
PRA 191 — Supervised Ministry Practicum II -
THE 201 — Christian Doctrine II
THE 220 — The Holy Spirit, Spiritual Gifts, and Spirit-Empowered Ministry
MIN 210 — Pastoral Care, Prayer, Healing, and Deliverance
LDR 201 — Servant Leadership, Teams, and Church Administration
PRA 290 — Supervised Ministry Practicum III -
BIB 220 — Preaching and Teaching Scripture
ETH 201 — Christian Ethics, Character, and Leadership Integrity
MIN 230 — Missions, Outreach, and Church Multiplication
MIN 240 — Ministry Specialization Elective
PRA 299 — Supervised Ministry Practicum IV and Capstone
Ministry is learned by serving.
SUPERVISED MINISTRY PRACTICUM
Each semester includes a supervised ministry practicum that joins classroom learning to faithful service in the life of the local church. Students receive mentoring, feedback, and increasing responsibility as they develop practical skill, leadership capacity, and Spirit-empowered confidence.
PRA 190 — ROOTED IN THE HOUSE
Faithful service, ministry culture, observation, and mentor feedback.
PRA 290 — GREATER INITIATIVE
Leadership capacity, ministry planning, and Spirit-empowered competency.
PRA 191 — GROWING RESPONSIBILITY
Teamwork, communication, and activation for disciple-making ministry.
PRA 299 — CAPSTONE INTEGRATION
Final practicum review, portfolio, ministry demonstration, and commissioning readiness.
MINISTRY SPECIALIZATION
Develop the gifts God has placed in you.
In the final semester, students complete a ministry specialization elective that provides focused development in an area connected to their calling, gifts, and ministry context. Elective offerings may vary by cohort and instructor availability.
PASTORAL LEADERSHIP & CAMPUS MINISTRY
NEXT GENERATION & FAMILY MINISTRY
DISCIPLESHIP, PRAYER & PASTORAL CARE
SMALL GROUPS & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
WORSHIP & CREATIVE MINISTRY
MISSIONS & COMMUNITY TRANSFORMATION
MINISTRY OPERATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS
EVANGELISM & OUTREACH
CAPSTONE & COMPLETION
Finish ready to serve.
In PRA 299, students bring together what they have learned through Scripture, theology, spiritual formation, leadership, and supervised ministry. The final capstone includes a ministry portfolio, practicum review, ministry demonstration, and an evaluation of readiness for continued service.
Students who successfully complete all published academic, formation, and practicum requirements may be awarded the Diploma in Theology and Ministry Leadership.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Ready to begin your LSOM journey?
If God is stirring you to grow deeper, serve faithfully, and prepare for greater Kingdom responsibility, we would be honored to walk with you.