The Faculty of African Theology and Missional Studies (FATMS) is a foundational and vision-driven faculty committed to advancing contextual Christian education, research, and ministerial training rooted in African realities and global theological integrity. The faculty integrates sound biblical scholarship with deep reflection on African worldviews, cultural heritage, and the contemporary challenges of the Church and society. Through its academic programs and practical engagements, the faculty seeks to equip leaders, pastors, theologians, missionaries, and scholars who can articulate and live out the Gospel in ways that are biblically faithful, ethically grounded, and culturally relevant.
FATMS is structured around several departments, each focusing on key dimensions of theological education, ministry practice, and African ecclesial experience:
Departments
Department of Discipleship and Spiritual Formation
This department explores the foundations, development, and contemporary expressions of Christian theology within African contexts. It emphasizes ethical engagement, drawing from Scripture, Church tradition, and African cultural values to shape Christian character and moral leadership. Programs under this department foster deep theological reflection and ethical decision-making in response to societal and ecclesiastical issues.
Department of Pastoral Ministry and Counseling
The Department of African Hermeneutics and Missional Studies focuses on the interpretation of Scripture and the practice of Christian mission within African contexts. It equips students to engage the Bible through African lenses, respond to spiritual and societal challenges, and lead contextually rooted, missional ministries across cultures.
The department integrates theology, culture, land, and mission—preparing leaders for effective ministry within Africa and among African communities in the diaspora.
Key Areas of Focus
- African biblical interpretation and contextual hermeneutics
- Holistic mission and territorial theology
- Spiritual mapping and prayer engagement
- African Christian expressions in the diaspora
- Sacred geography, ecology, and creation care
Programs Offered
- African Hermeneutics and Missional Studies
- African Spiritual Geography and Eco-Theology
- African Christian in Diaspora Studies
Department of Youth and Family Ministry
This department explores the foundations, development, and contemporary expressions of Christian theology within African contexts. It emphasizes ethical engagement, drawing from Scripture, Church tradition, and African cultural values to shape Christian character and moral leadership. Programs under this department foster deep theological reflection and ethical decision-making in response to societal and ecclesiastical issues.
Department of Christian Education and Leadership
This department addresses the theology and practice of Christian worship, with special emphasis on African expressions of worship, music, and liturgy. It also trains leaders in biblical models of servant leadership and spiritual formation. Students are equipped to lead vibrant worship and develop contextualized worship resources for local congregations and Christian communities.
Department of Worship, Music and Liturgical Studies
The Christian Apologetics department is dedicated to defending the faith in an increasingly pluralistic and skeptical world. It trains students to give reasoned answers to challenges against the Christian faith, both intellectually and spiritually. Special focus is given to responding to African traditional religions, Islam, secularism, and contemporary cultural ideologies from a biblical and contextual perspective.
The Faculty of African Theology and Missional Studies stands as a prophetic and academic voice within the Church and the academy. Its departments are united by a shared vision to see the African Church rooted in truth, vibrant in worship, effective in mission, and transformative in society. Through its integrated curriculum and community engagement, FATMS prepares Christian leaders who are ready to serve God and humanity across diverse cultural and ecclesial contexts.
