Through dialogue and collaboration with the context, peers, and professional consultants, a problem statement in a specific ministry focus is developed. Phase II provides training in methods for deepening biblical, historical, and theological understanding of the ministry problem. A review of the literature relative to the problem is developed in order to clarify direction and become familiar with similar and diverse results of projects others have tried. Participants are required to engage in a collaborative research project through continuous dialogue with the context, peers, and professional consultants. During this phase, participants will take the model of ministry to the field and test it for effectiveness.
Participants engage in theological reflection with the context, peers, and professional consultants.
A final document describing the model of ministry and its implementation is produced. The final phase of the program begins with a focus on the final document. Candidates are required to develop a final document that meets strict academic standards. Once approved by the mentor, the participant comes before a final examination committee to defend the model of ministry. The Doctoral Studies Office reviews and, upon approval, recommends degree conferral to the faculty.