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    Doctor of Ministry: Leading the Church on Mission Fall 2026 Cohort - Now Enrolling!

    Dr. Rick Richardson teaching in Wheaton classroom

    Pastors today face real challenges: declining engagement, shifting cultural needs, the burden of reaching the next generation, and the rapid rise of new technologies.

    If you’ve been asking how to lead faithfully in this environment, this Doctor of Ministry concentration was designed for you.

    Leading the Church on Mission: Reversing the Tide in Preaching, Witness, Innovation, and for the Younger Generation, will help you:

    • Revitalize and grow churches in diverse contexts
    • Reach and disciple the young adult generation
    • Integrate evangelism, compassion, and justice into preaching
    • Harness technology to advance the mission of the church

    Led by Rev. Dr. Rick Richardson

    Rev. Dr. Rick Richardson
    Rick Richardson is the Luis Palau Chair of Evangelism, Professor of Leadership and Evangelism, and Executive Director of Wheaton College’s Research, Preaching, and Church Evangelism Institutes. A former pastor and author of numerous books on evangelism, church revitalization, healing, prayer, and racial reconciliation, Dr. Richardson brings deep experience equipping leaders to renew the church’s mission.

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    Times Per Year On Campus Intensives

    32

    Credits. Most Students Finish in 3.5–5 Years

    15%

    Scholarship for All Students In This Cohort
    Apply for the opportunity to be considered for 25-50% scholarships as well!

    Courses You’ll Take

    Communicate the gospel in ways that lead to growth, discipleship, compassion, and justice.

    Explore new models and movements that reimagine church for today’s diverse contexts.

    Gain adaptive leadership skills and apply new technologies to shape the church’s future.

    Address cultural shifts and equip leaders to re-engage young adults for discipleship and transformation.

    Join fellow Doctor of Ministry cohorts in addressing the challenges facing the church today. These courses include: Theological Hermeneutics in Ministry, Public Christianity for a Post-Christian World, and Contemporary Issues in the Church.

    Ready to Take the Next Step?

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    If you’re an international student, we’d love to have you! We’re waiting on approval from the U.S. government to admit international students. Please submit your information, and we’ll keep you updated.

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