Theological and Historical Foundations -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Arts in Worship Arts with an Emphasis in Worship Ministry program will be able to exhibit a basic knowledge of biblical history, literature, and Christian theology, and will be able to apply these foundations in contemporary expressions of ministry.

• Analyze the history, literature, and theology of the Old Testament.
• Analyze the history, literature, and theology of the New Testament.
• Describe the historical development of Christian theology and practice.
• Articulate a biblical understanding of God as Creator and Redeemer.
• Articulate the biblical concept of the Kingdom of God.
• Analyze the relationship between Christian doctrine and the ministry of worship within a particular Christian tradition.

Spiritual and Professional Formation -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Arts in Worship Arts with an Emphasis in Worship Ministry program will examine and apply professional and spiritual components of worship ministry.

• Demonstrate the skills essential to teaching in worship ministry, including interpersonal communication.
• Identify the principles of Christian ethics as they apply to ministry.
• Identify the relationship between the gospel message and personal and corporate worship.
• Examine the foundational nature of Scripture for the disciplines of spiritual formation.

Communication and Cultural Contextualization -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Arts in Worship Arts with an Emphasis in Worship Ministry program will be able to effectively and respectfully assess Christian worship practices in diverse cultural settings.

• Describe Christian worship practices in various historical and contemporary cultures.
• Articulate the gospel through a biblically grounded worship experience for a culturally diverse audience, incorporating multiple modes of communication.

Worship Ministry -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Arts in Worship Arts with an Emphasis in Worship Ministry program will be able to lead in a variety of worship experiences and environments through planning, production, and musical proficiency.

• Demonstrate performance proficiency on a primary instrument of a contemporary worship band, e.g., voice, keyboard, guitar, or percussion.
• Demonstrate basic performance skill on secondary instrument.
• Compose a theologically sound, stylistically appropriate, and musically skilled song for a congregational or worship setting.
• Arrange music for a variety of instruments and vocals for a worship ensemble.
• Demonstrate organizational ability and leadership skills when directing in a congregational or worship setting.
• Utilize various technologies to develop a worship experience for a congregational or worship setting.