Bachelor of Arts in Christian Liberal Arts & Formation
Faith, Reason, and Beauty — United in Christ
Theology of Learning: Knowledge → Understanding → Wisdom
Offered through the Shepherd’s Gate Campus (Virginia) with full online delivery, the Bachelor of Arts in Christian Liberal Arts & Formation (CLA/F) restores the classical studia humanitatis through a biblical lens. This degree prepares students to teach, pastor, and form others intellectually and spiritually—uniting theology, philosophy, and pedagogy under the Theopaidia framework of education as sanctification.
At the heart of Christian Liberal Arts lies a sacred progression: knowledge becomes understanding, and understanding matures into wisdom (Proverbs 2:6).
Aletheia’s Liberal Arts program trains students to think clearly, live faithfully, and communicate truth beautifully.
Learning is not performance—it is participation in the divine life, where every discipline finds its meaning in Christ.
Program Overview
The B.A. in Christian Liberal Arts & Formation (120 credits) builds on Aletheia’s 60-credit biblical core and adds a 45-credit major in theology, philosophy, and pedagogy, with 15 credits of integrative practicum. This degree serves those called to academic pastoral ministry, Christian education, or intellectual leadership in church and culture.
Quick Facts:
Delivery: Fully online through Shepherd’s Gate Campus (VA)
Length: 4 years (10-4-1 academic rhythm)
Capstone: Theopaidia Senior Seminar — “Education as Discipleship: The Church as School”
Curriculum Highlights
Theological & Pastoral Foundations
Christological Theology, Systematic Theology, Revival Theology, Ekklesiatics, Spiritual Formation, Poimenics II
- Deepens biblical and doctrinal understanding for life and ministry.
Philosophical & Pedagogical Core
Methods of Education, Biblical Principles of Education, Theories of Learning, Ancient Methods of Education, Teaching in the One-Room School
- Reclaims classical philosophy and integrates it with Christian pedagogy.
Classical & Cultural Foundations
Wisdom Literature, Language and Society, Founders & Philosophers, Christian Literature Seminar
- Connects literature, language, and history to a Christian worldview of culture and beauty.
Integrative Electives & Practicum (15 credits)
Choose one path:
Academic Pastor Track — Church-based leadership & mentorship
Education Track — Student teaching or one-room school launch
Global Mission Track — Cross-cultural practicum & revival studies
Learning in Sacred Rhythm
Each semester follows Aletheia’s 10-4-1 rhythm:
10 Weeks — Study under Mentor-Teacher Fellows
4 Weeks — Practicum in teaching, ministry, or community leadership
1 Week — Retreat for reflection and renewal
This cadence shapes both intellect and spirit, mirroring the biblical balance of work and rest, contemplation and service.
church and culture.
Pathway to the Academic Pastor Credential
Graduates of the Christian Liberal Arts & Formation program meet all prerequisites for Aletheia’s Graduate Certificate in Academic Pastoral Mentorship.
Senior coursework and practicum align seamlessly with that program—forming a continuous pathway from learning to shepherding.
Formed for Wisdom and Service
Graduates are prepared to:
Teach and lead in Christian colleges, schools, or ministries
Continue to graduate study in theology, education, or philosophy
Found or guide local learning communities
Serve as mentor-teachers and Academic Pastors
Through study, service, and reflection, students emerge as whole persons—intellectual, creative, and pastoral—ready to renew the culture through truth.
Reclaim the Unity of Faith and Reason
The B.A. in Christian Liberal Arts & Formation embodies Aletheia’s deepest vision:
to form disciples who love God with heart, soul, and mind; who see knowledge as worship; and who teach others to live in truth.