We are a conservative evangelical institute for the advancement of biblical studies and for equipping church leaders for Christian ministry.
Mission Statement
What do we do?
We offer 8-week courses in the following Focus groups leading
toward a certificate in that Focus Group or for personal enrichment
Biblical Introduction
Church History
Theology
Biblical Languages
Apologetics
Preaching and Ministry
Practical Theology
How it works:
Our goal is to offer affordable, high quality and effective instruction in person to individuals interested in either deepening their knowledge of the scriptures or entering full-time ministry. We do this by offering courses in 12-hour formats on an eight-week basis with every class being 90 minutes long. Courses can be taken by a variety of individuals and age groups either to complete a certificate in that focus area, certificates in multiple focus areas or for personal growth. Classes are currently designed to be taken in person to encourage interaction and facilitate student to instructor relationships. However, classes will also be available on-line as well as in person as we grow and expand our outreach.
Classes are held every Monday at Orwell Bible Church at 6 pm and 7:30 pm
Below are the classes offered this upcoming semester
Semester 1 begins Monday, September 22nd and ends November 14th
There are 4 classes offered this Semester:
"How We got our Bible" taught by Pastor Glenn Hulburt
and held on Mondays at 7:30 to 8:55 p.m. at OBC
Experienced Pastor and church historian Glenn Hulburt creates a fun and engaging journey through the most important aspects of biblical historicity that will leave you willing and able to defend the cohesive and historically accurate quality of the Bible."
"The Ministry of Prayer" taught by Pastor Richard Vieldhouse and held on Mondays at 6:00 to 7:25 p.m. at OBC
"Pastor Emeritus Richard Vieldhouse teaches a class that will help you understand the theological and practical aspects of prayer as well as expand your ability to pray intentionally and understand God's sovereignty in your life as well as the people around you"
"Developing a Biblical Worldview" taught by Dr. James Buchanan on Mondays and held at 7:30 to 8:55 p.m. at OBC
"Dr. Buchanan will challenge you to see the world around you from the viewpoint of the Bible's all-encompassing narrative. Daily occurrences and world events will come into view as this class helps you interpret the past and current events of this world from a biblical worldview!"
"Intro to the NT, Gospels and Acts" taught by Pastor and Teacher Dr. Chris Gardner on Mondays and held at 6:00 to 7:25 p.m. at OBC
"Retired pastor and professor Dr. Chris Gardner brings his many years of academic and practical knowledge to this class which will give you an in-depth introduction to the practical and theological aspects of the four Gospels and the book of Acts."