April 12, 2019 (Jackson, Miss.) - Belhaven University and Third Millennium Ministries are launching a new partnership that will allow ministry-minded professionals from around the world to earn a credentialed bachelor or master degree in Biblical Studies.

The partnership will combine Belhaven's online platform and the university's commitment to serving students with Thirdmill's innovative and global multimedia curriculum. Students from around the world will now be able to receive recognized credentials to assist them in their efforts.

Dr. Richard Pratt Jr., president of Third Millennium Ministries noted, “This program provides the expertise of Belhaven's faculty and their care for students with our multimedia lessons to launch our first-ever participation in accredited biblical education at the bachelor's and masters level. This degree provides what students are looking for in an online learning experience-high-tech and high-touch.”

Belhaven University President Dr. Roger Parrott added, “We could not be more excited about partnering with Third Millennium Ministries. Through our well-recognized academic credentialing standards, we can provide an engaging experience at an affordable price. Belhaven University's fully online Bachelor and Master of Biblical Studies degree offers the flexibility needed for today's adult learners as they juggle many responsibilities at home and in ministry.”

Dr. Gregory Perry, Third Millennium's vice president for strategic projects, added, “We are delighted to partner with an innovative institution that is extending its learning community far beyond its columns and walkways. Our high production values plus a caring, experienced faculty will create a high-impact learning community. Our partnership makes credentials accessible at a price that's affordable for those in ministry.”

Learn more about theBachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies and Master of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies.

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About Belhaven University

Belhaven University serves 5,000 students, and stands among select Christian colleges and universities with national influence. The University offers 70 areas of undergraduate studies as well as a variety of master degree programs and doctoral degrees in education. Belhaven has achieved the distinction of being among only 36 universities nationally accredited in each of the major arts-music, theatre, visual art and dance. The science curriculum is one of only two Christian universities recognized by the White House STEM Initiative. Belhaven has long been recognized as one of America's “Best Christian Colleges.”

About Third Millennium Ministries

Third Millennium Ministries believes every Christian deserves a well-trained pastor. In 1997, in response to the overwhelmingscarcity of theological education around the world,Thirdmill began creating and distributing an exceptional multimedia seminary curriculum in multiple languages and offering it to everyone who needed it, wherever they lived, for free. Today, Thirdmill is used to train Christian leaders on every continent via internet streaming, microSD cards, flash drives, radio and television broadcasts, audio and print. Visitthirdmill.orgto see how Thirdmillis preparing Christian leaders to lead a transformation of the world into God's Kingdom by providingBiblical Education. For the World. For Free.