Children’s Ministry Minor
Learn to minister to children and their families.
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Serve Children Through Ministry Work
The Children’s Ministry minor at Concordia University Irvine equips you to support the spiritual, emotional, and developmental growth of children and their families within church and community settings. This minor is ideal for students who want to complement another major with focused preparation for ministry with children.
You’ll explore how children learn, grow, and experience faith while developing practical skills for teaching, discipleship, and family engagement. Courses draw from theology, education, psychology, and sociology to help you serve children thoughtfully and responsibly.
View the Concordia University Irvine Online Catalog for a full list of courses.
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FAQs
Who should consider the Children’s Ministry minor?
This minor is a great fit for students interested in working with children in churches, faith-based programs, schools, camps, or community ministries — especially those pursuing education, theology, psychology, or ministry-related majors.
Do I need to be a ministry major to add this minor?
No. The Children’s Ministry minor is designed to complement a range of majors and can be added to your degree plan with the help of your academic advisor.
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