Department of Religion

Degrees Offered
Scholarships & Awards
Student Organizations

Dr. Tyanna Yonkers
Chair
Department of Religion
A church spire Tel: (919) 658-2502 ext. 1087
Tel: (919) 658-7861
E-mail: tyonkers@moc.edu

The Department of Religion program is designed to help students gain a better understanding of religious heritage, especially the contribution, which the Bible has made to the quest for an understanding of humanity. The program is designed for those students who wish to do graduate work in religion or to prepare for entrance into seminary or theological school. Programs are also designed to equip persons with the skills needed for effective ministry. As a ministry of the Original Free Will Baptist Church, the College's Department of Religion is committed to serving the educational needs of Original Free Will Baptists and other Christian denominations.

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Degrees & Programs Offered

Scholarships & Awards

Free Will Baptist Ministerial Award

A scholarship given by the North Carolina Ministerial Association of Original Free Will Baptists to an outstanding returning Free Will Baptist student who has demonstrated potential for excellence in the Christian ministry. The student is selected by a committee designated by the Ministerial Association.

W. Burkette Raper Ministerial Student Award

An award given to an outstanding graduating ministerial student on the basis of academic excellence and evidence of commitment to the Christian ministry. This award is given by Dr. Thomas R. Morris of Wilmington, North Carolina, because of his desire to advance the educational and spiritual quality of persons entering the Christian ministry. He has chosen to name this award in honor of Dr. W. Burkette Raper, President of Mount Olive College from 1954-1995.

James A. Evans Religion Award

A scholarship in memory of James A. Evans, who served in the Free Will Baptist ministry for over fifty years and was the first full-time employee of Mount Olive College, serving as Director of Public Relations in 1954. The award is given to a returning religion major selected by the religion faculty for scholarship and potential for excellence in Christian service.

Student Organizations

Fellowship of Christian Athletes

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is open to all athletes, coaches, or persons who have been involved in athletics in the past. The purpose is to bring together Christian athletes and challenge them to turn to God and trust in Him in every situation they face, whether it be stressful or wonderful.

Fellowship of Christian Students

The purpose of the Fellowship of Christian Students is to provide opportunities for Christian fellowship, service, and worship through which students of any faith or denomination may strengthen their personal faith and character; to provide programs of interest on matters concerning commitment, and to provide opportunities to develop leadership abilities.

Free Will Baptist Fellowship

The purpose of the Free Will Baptist Fellowship is to:

Promote fellowship among Free Will Baptist students
Provide an opportunity for Christian fellowship, service, and worship through which students may strengthen their personal faith and character
Provide programs of interest on matters concerning one's Christian commitment and the problems he/she faces
Develop leadership ability

Students' Theological Fellowship

The Students' Theological Fellowship is an organization of students preparing for the Christian ministry and church-related vocations. The main objective of the group is to provide opportunities for personal and religious development, fellowship, and practical experience for members as they pursue academic preparation for their work.