Mission Statement
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North Central University is a Christ-centered Pentecostal school
with a commitment to academic excellence that prepares students to fulfill biblical models of leadership and ministry throughout the world.
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It was he who gave some to be apostles,
some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastorsand teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up. Ephesians 4:11-12 |
Christ-centered: |
| He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy. For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross. - Colossians 1:15-20
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Pentecostal: |
| The Pentecostal movement is rooted in the biblical teaching that all members of the church are to be filled with the Spirit and endued with supernatural power. As a part of the Assemblies of God, NCU identifies with the worldwide Pentecostal movement in its mission, theology, and practice. |
Academic Excellence: |
| A sound education in general studies, a core of Bible and theology, and a specific major in the highest tradition of Christian scholarship. |
Leadership: |
| Biblical models of leadership (Ephesians 4:11) are indispensable for the well being of the Church. Those called to the five-fold ministry plant the Church, preach the Word, win the lost, and care for the Body of Christ. As under-shepherds to Christ they lead the Church while laying down their lives for the flock. They are worthy of double-honor and must be prepared to give an account to God for their care of the Church. Because of this critical role, NCU emphasizes the preparation of students for church leadership. (Church leadership majors). |
Ministry: |
| Biblical models of ministry (Ephesians 4:12) fulfill the Church’s calling to be salt and light, to bear prophetic witness, and to operate in supernatural gifts under the anointing of the Holy Spirit. The Body of Christ constitutes the people of God and serves to bring the Kingdom of God to a lost world. (Liberal arts and professional studies majors). |
Throughout the world: |
| NCU has a worldwide vision and prepares students to serve effectively in any environment, with any people, rural or urban, at home or abroad. |