Worship Studies
Equipping those who feel a call to worship ministry with a concentration in musicianship and technology grounded in a strong biblical foundation.
“As Worship leaders, we have the important and terrifying task of placing words of worship on people’s lips.”
— John D. Witvliet
This program offers a comprehensive theological education, practical training and mentorship, and fosters a deep understanding of biblical principles and contemporary worship practices.
Our unique curriculum blends music, media, leadership, and ministry, preparing students to serve in local churches, travel in ministry, write and arrange music, lead worship teams, direct music departments, and produce creative content that impacts the Kingdom of God.
The Worship Studies program equips future worship leaders and music directors for effective ministry in the 21st century Apostolic church
A Three-Fold Approach to Worship Ministry Training
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Students develop a strong musical foundation through intensive training in theory, aural skills, performance, and private instruction.
Courses include:
Music Theory I-IV
Ear Training I-IV
Sight Singing I-IV
Applied Lessons
Piano
Organ
Voice
Guitar
Bass
Drums
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Students learn the practical skills necessary to lead, teach, create, and manage music ministry in the local church.
Courses include:
Conducting
Vocal Techniques
Piano Pedagogy I & II
Sound I & II
Music Minister Practicum I & II
Songwriting & Arranging I & II
Worship Band Fundamentals
Music Technology I & II
Content Creation for the Church
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Students build a biblical philosophy of worship and gain hands-on ministry experience through leadership development and practical application.
Courses include:
Worship Practicum I & II
Worship Ministry Leadership
History of Music & Worship
Hymnology
Biblical Theology of Worship
At Indiana Bible College, worship is rooted in Scripture. Students are taught that God seeks worshipers who worship in spirit and in truth (John 4:24). They learn that effective worship leadership begins with personal holiness, spiritual preparation, and a commitment to God's Word.
As students study worship theology, leadership, and ministry practice, they develop a biblical understanding of worship that transcends musical styles and cultural trends. Our goal is to graduate worship leaders who are spiritually grounded, musically skilled, and prepared to lead the Church into authentic encounters with the presence of God.
Whether your calling is worship leadership, music ministry, songwriting, production, teaching, or church leadership, the Worship Studies program at Indiana Bible College is designed to help you discover, develop, and deploy your gifts for the Kingdom of God.
One of the hallmarks of Indiana Bible College is the opportunity to participate in ministry-focused ensembles that provide real-world experience in worship leadership, music ministry, and team dynamics.
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The Indiana Bible College Choir is a 200-voice ensemble open to all full-time enrolled students. As one of the flagship ministries of the college, the Choir is featured prominently on IBC Live recordings and ministers in services and special events throughout the year.
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A premier 50-voice auditioned ensemble that serves as a featured group on IBC Live recordings and ministers throughout the fall and spring semesters through regional tours and special events.
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An auditioned vocal ensemble that provides students with ministry opportunities throughout the year while developing excellence in vocal performance and team ministry.
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A highly selective 14-member worship team consisting of vocalists, instrumentalists, and production personnel. PRAISE is featured on IBC Live recordings, ministers at major conferences and events, and travels on an annual summer tour. Membership requires participation in Chorale.
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A 14-member auditioned ensemble that travels monthly for ministry opportunities. Membership requires participation in Chorale.
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A 14-member auditioned ensemble that ministers monthly through worship and music outreach opportunities. Membership requires participation in Singers.
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A bilingual auditioned ensemble dedicated to ministering in Spanish-speaking churches and communities. Members travel regularly for ministry opportunities and must be active members of Choir.
“There is no experience in my life that shaped my identity as an Apostolic more than Indiana Bible College. At Indiana Bible College my talents were developed, my grasp on Apostolic doctrine was strengthened, and my passion for the kingdom was established. As a student, my ministry became a reality, and now my reality is ministry.”
— Abigail Haworth, Class of 2021
Biblical Studies
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The Christian Leadership minor at Indiana Bible College trains students to be Biblically centered, spiritually sensitive, and technically capable of leading churches and ministries into future growth.
Minors
Missiology
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The Missiology minor is designed to provide training for missionaries and others who serve or plan to serve in intercultural ministry and church multiplication positions.
Music
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The Music Minor at Indiana Bible College is designed exclusively for Worship Studies majors, equipping students with practical training in musicianship, worship leadership, music technology, songwriting, and creative ministry tools for effective service in the local church.
Christian Leadership
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The Biblical Studies minor at Indiana Bible College focuses on training Apostolic ministry with the necessary tools for effective ministry.
Church Marketing
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There is growing demand in churches for workers who are proficient with new media, technology, and marketing.
The Church Marketing concentration equips students to serve in a wide range of media ministries. Students are introduced concepts in branding, design, and marketing. Course offerings include Branding, Digital Promotional Strategies, and electives of Videography, Graphic Design, Web Design, and Media and the Christian.
Concentrations
Preaching
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The Preaching concentration helps students declare the Apostolic doctrine by providing courses such as Hermeneutics, Homiletics, Biblical Teaching and Preaching, Applied Preaching, and more. In addition to a challenging class environment, students will experience supportive ministerial mentoring and opportunities for hands-on ministry training.
Education
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The Education concentration seeks to enable students to have their own effective teaching ministry. Since teaching was such a vital part of the New Testament church, it must be reflected in the ministry of our graduates as well. Classes include Intro to Christian Education, Principles in Teaching, Classroom Management, Educational Psychology, as well as Teaching Assistant opportunities.
Counseling
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The Counseling concentration equips students to effectively minister to the hurting and provides a foundation for those who plan to continue their education in counseling-related fields. The concentration offers a unique combination of courses including Counseling, Pastoral Care and Counseling, as well as optional classes of Sociology, Psychology, Human Relations, and Applied Counseling.
