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Dr. Andy McCoy serves as Associate Professor of Ministry Studies and Director of the Center for Ministry Studies at Hope College, a position he has held since 2012. He leads the Ministry Studies minor program and oversees student initiatives including Emmaus Scholars, Lilly Scholars, CrossRoads Scholars, and Pre-Seminary Society, while co-directing the Continuum Scholars Faculty Development Program.
His academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Theology from the University of St. Andrews (2009)
- M.Div. in Theology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology (2004)
- M.A. in Counseling from Western Seminary (2002)
- B.M. in Vocal Performance from Belmont University (1997)
Dr. McCoy's research centers on Christian worship and spiritual formation within contemporary cultural contexts, with pioneering work at the intersection of Christian faith and science. His scholarship examines how worship practices shape spiritual identity in modern society and investigates constructive dialogues between theological frameworks and scientific inquiry, particularly through global Pentecostal expressions and geographical analyses of congregational life.
His 2015-2018 publications reveal consistent interdisciplinary engagement across theology, geography, and musicology, with recurring themes of redemption, suffering, and material worship practices. These works appear in high-impact edited volumes addressing global Christianity, evolutionary theology, and Pentecostal studies.
Major recognitions include:
- Executive Directorship of The inVocation Project ($1.5M Lilly Endowment grant)
- Nyenhuis Convergent Scholars Grant for theology-economics research
Dr. McCoy actively mentors students through structured programs like Lilly Scholars and Emmaus Scholars, while directing faculty development initiatives that foster vocational discernment. His grant leadership demonstrates exceptional capacity in securing and managing large-scale interdisciplinary projects focused on faith-based vocation.
The Center for Ministry Studies operates as a dynamic hub under his direction, integrating academic rigor with practical ministry formation through collaborative programming across Hope College's campus and West Michigan congregations.
