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Dean Blocker supports her husband – the president of CBS – Dr. William Blocker and serves as Associate Dean of Women’s Discipleship and Instructor in the Discipleship Department. Her leadership experience spans over thirty years as pastor’s wife, speaker, teacher, counselor, and mentor to women in ministry.
She also serves with the President Wives ministry during the Association of Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) annual meetings and encourages women while traveling worldwide.
At the Moody Bible Institute, Dean Blocker served with a leadership team, leading students to tour and study in Israel, in addition to working as a Technology Consultant.
Dean Blocker is blessed and thankful to her high school sweetheart for over three decades of marriage, five adult children and two precious grandchildren.
M.L.S., Sam Houston State University
B.S., College of Biblical Studies-Houston
A.A., Lone Star College
Professor Cobos has been serving at the College of Biblical Studies in various capacities for almost 20 years. She has a Master of Library Science degree from Sam Houston State University. Prior to graduating with a Master’s degree, she obtained her undergraduate degree in Christian Leadership at the College of Biblical Studies-Houston. Professor Cobos also has some postgraduate course work from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
She brings over 15 years of experience working with adult learners teaching library literacy and research skills. Apart from co-teaching research and writing, she is currently also the Assistant Librarian at the College of Biblical Studies.
She is a current member of the American Library Association (ALA), the Texas Library Association, and the Association of Christian Librarians (ACL).
Professor Cobos has also served in various ministry areas throughout her life. She has served in children and youth ministries, prayer ministries, short-term missions, and worship ministries.
She and her husband Marlon enjoy traveling abroad, learning about other cultures and languages, and spending time with their precious nieces and nephews.
Professor Cobos has created a vimeo channel for students to address some of the most frequently asked questions at the library. Click the following link to view https://vimeo.com/librarytutorials, OR if you would like to request a video tutorial on a particular topic or need reference help, please contact the College of Biblical Studies Library through the following link http://www.cbshouston.edu/ask-a-librarian.
Associate Academic Dean; Professor
•B.A., Mississippi College
•M.A., North Carolina State University
•Ed.D. Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Bio
In his role as Associate Academic Dean at the College of Biblical Studies-Houston, Dr. Hantla manages library services, strategizes for academic programming, helps with partnerships, and oversees academic excellence as well as faculty development. Dr. Hantla primarily teaching English and Writing at the College.
Dr. Hantla's current research interests range from researching best practices for implementing the flipped classroom design to working with accrediting bodies to accomplish the goals of institutions of higher education and applying effective methods for leading and managing student assessment efforts. His expertise is in effective pedagogical approaches in higher educational settings, educational technology, and higher educational assessment. Dr. Hantla also works with faith-based institutions to help students in discipleship and spiritual formation. He has led numerous conference workshops on these topics and continues to seek out partnerships, speaking engagements, and consulting relationships to impact the educational community using his expertise.
Dr. Hantla combined his work on critical thinking in a quasi-experimental study researching the effects of flipping the classroom on critical thinking variables measured by a critical thinking rubric. He successfully defended his dissertation with the highest score awarded by SEBTS and is working on turning his dissertation into journal publications.
Publications and Presentations
•Hantla, B. (2018). Setting Up for Success: Qualtrics Surveying Design and Functionality. Presented at the Technology Learning Conference in Houston, TX, October 2018, (see conference proceedings). Available at: https://uhdtlc.wordpress.com/2018/09/25/setting-up-for-success-qualtrics...
•Hantla, B. (2018). Set up for Success: Qualtrics Surveying Design and Functionality. Presented at the Texas Association of Institutional Research Summer Workshop in Austin, TX, July 2018, (see conference proceedings). Available at: https://texas-air.org/assets/pdf/TAIR-Summer-Workshops-2017-Official-Fly...
•Hantla, B., Keith, P. (2017). The Heart of Compliance: Students and Your Policy Manual. Presented at the SACSCOC Annual Meeting in Dallas, TX, December 2017, (see conference proceedings). Available at: https://www.slideshare.net/BryceHantla/the-heart-of-compliance-instituti....
•Hantla, B. (2017). Flipped Classrooms in the Humanities: Findings from a Quasi-Experimental Study. Christian Perspectives in Education, 10(1), 1-21. Available at: http://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/cpe/vol10/iss1/1/
•Whitfield, K., Burkett, J., Hantla, B. (2015). Energizing your CASE: A Liberal Arts College’s QEP on Critical Thinking through Writing. Presented at the SACSCOC Annual Meeting in Houston, TX, December 2015 (see conference proceedings). Available at: https://www.slideshare.net/BryceHantla/energizing-your-case-qep-on-criti....
•Hantla, B. (2015). Engaging Students with the Community through the Flipped Teaching Model: Findings from an Experimental Study. Presented at the 3rd International Higher Education Teaching and Learning Conference in Orem, UT, January 2015 (see conference proceedings https://www.hetl.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/HETL-SoTE-Conference-Pro...)
•Hantla, B. (2014). The effects of flipping the classroom on specific aspects of critical thinking in a humanities college: A quasi-experimental, mixed-methods study. A doctoral dissertation for Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, pp. 264. http://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED556925
•Hantla, B. (2014). Noetic Sanctification: Using Critical Thinking to Facilitate Sanctification of the Mind. Christian Perspectives in Education, 7(1), 1-22. Available at: http://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/cpe/vol7/iss1/3/
•McGee, D., & Hantla, B. (2013). The Portrayal of Fathers in Popular Media. The Journal of Discipleship and Family Ministry, 3(2), 36-46. http://www.sbts.edu/family/files/2013/09/JDFM-3.2-Spring-2013-vFinal-2.pdf
•McGee, D., & Hantla, B. (2012) An intelligent critique of multiple intelligences: a Christian review for leaders. Journal of Biblical Perspectives in Leadership, 4(1), 3-16. http://www.regent.edu/acad/global/publications/jbpl/vol4no1/jbpl-vol4no1...
•Coley, K., Hantla, B., Cobb, C. (2013). Best Practices for Beginning a Flipped Classroom in the Humanities. Presented at the NAPCE Annual Conference in Chicago, IL, October 2013 (see conference proceedings). Available at: https://kencoley.files.wordpress.com/2013/10/manuscript-best-practices-f....
Contributions to Academic Encyclopedias
•George Thomas Kurian and Mark A. Lamport (Eds.). (2018). Encyclopedia of the Global South. New York, NY: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. Editorial Consultant.
•Mark A. Lamport (Ed.). (2017). The Encyclopedia of Martin Luther and the Reformation. New York, NY: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. Editorial Consultant.
•Timothy Demy and Paul Shockley (Eds.). (2017). Evangelical America: An Encyclopedia of Contemporary American Religious Culture. Denver, CO: ABC-CLIO, LLC. 10 Article Contributions: Association of Christian Schools International; Graham, Billy; Evangelicalism; Family Research Council; Fellowship of Christian Athletes; InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA; Dobson, James; MacArthur, John; Neo-Evangelicalism; Reformed Tradition, Evangelicalism.
•George Thomas Kurian and Mark A. Lamport (Eds.). (2016). The Encyclopedia of Christianity in the United States. New York, NY: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. Editorial Consultant and 10 Article Contributions: Boardus, Everardus; Gailor, Frank T.; Hammet, William; Hillenbrand, Reynold Henry; Lowrie, Walter; Maxwell, Leslie E.; Onderdonk, Henry U.; Peck, Edmund J.; Slocum, John; Whitfield, James M.
•George Thomas Kurian and Mark A. Lamport (Eds.). (2015). The Encyclopedia of Christian Education. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield. 1 Article Contribution: Dykstra, Craig.
Distance Education Associate Dean of Operations; Assistant ProfessorShane Boothe serves as the Distance Education Associate Dean of Operations and Assistant Professor at the College of Biblical Studies in Houston, Texas.
Prior to coming to CBS, Shane served in a variety of roles in the Information Technology field. Shane's first association with CBS was in 1992 when the school was known as the Houston Bible Institute. From that first Bible Study Methods course he fell in love with biblical higher education in general and the College in particular. Shane has been with CBS full-time since 2003, initially serving as the Director of Information Technology and later as the Distance Education Associate Dean of Operations.
Shane earned his Bachelor of Science in Christian Leadership from the College of Biblical Studies (2006) and a Masters of Christian Education from Dallas Theological Seminary in January 2012.
Shane and his wife Connie reside in Humble, Texas and have two daughters (Katelyn and Gracelyn) and a son (Nathan). They are members of Humble First Baptist Church where Shane serves as a Bible teacher.
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
CBS demonstrates a strong commitment to the institution's educational mission through faculty who demonstrate scholarship and a heart for ministry. CBS full-time faculty members have significant ministry experience as well as academic qualifications. For instance, the majority of full-time faculty members and adjunct faculty members serve or have served in a staff position at a local church. Some of these ministries include: Missionary, Church Pastor, Associate Pastor, Director of Church Counseling, Coordinator of Pre-Marital Counseling, Student Ministry Pastor, Pastor of Leadership Development, Evangelism Minister, Christian Education Director, Discipleship Pastor, Worship Leader, Church Planting Pastor, Hispanic Pastor, Pastor of Assimilation, Director of Membership and Maturity, Church Consultant, Consultant for Children's Homes, School Principal, Minister of Missions, Camp Director, Chaplain and Minister to Prisons.
The College of Biblical Studies is located in Houston, Texas. Leveraging its academic rigor and biblical worldview training, CBS offers a nationally and regionally accredited college education on campus and online, with several programs offered in the Spanish language. Students receive transformational education and training for service to families, ministries, businesses, and communities around the world. CBS has provided biblically based education to more than 26,000 students since 1976.
Dr. Mike Ayers, Professor
Dr. Joel Badal, Dean of Institutional Effectiveness; Professor
Esmeralda Barrera, Senior Academic Advisor; Instructor
Dr. William "Bill" Blocker, President, Professor
Zelda Blocker, Associate Dean of Women’s Discipleship, Instructor
Shane Boothe, Distance Education Associate Dean of Operations; Assistant Professor
Dr. Douglas Brooks, Academic Advisor, Assistant Professor
France Brown, Jr., Ernest L. Mays Assistant Professor of Expository Preaching and Biblical Teaching
Dr. Brittany Burnette, Distance Education Associate Dean of Faculty and Curriculum Development; Professor
Luzmar Cobos, Assistant Librarian; Instructor
Dr. Richard M. Cozart, Professor
Dr. Nicolas Ellen, Senior Professor
Dr. Venessa Ellen, Chair of Women's Ministry Department
Dr. Sergio Estrada, Professor
Dr. Harold Fisher, Professor
Dr. Bryce Hantla, Associate Academic Dean; Professor
Debbie Harper, Academic Advisor; Instructor
Alex Hernandez, Assistant Professor
Paul Keith, Vice President Administration and Chief Operating Officer; Assistant Professor
Dr. Leonette Lewis, Student Service Coordinator, Assistant Professor
Dr. Israel Loken, Chair, Bible and Theology Departments; Professor
Artis Lovelady, III, Director of Library Services; Assistant Professor
Dr. Marvin R. McNeese Jr., Chair, General Education Department; Professor
Dr. Joseph Parle, Provost; Academic Dean; Professor
Dr. Phillip Luke Sinitiere, Professor
Dr. Paul R. Shockley, Professor
Dr. Lisa Stewart, Associate Vice President of Enrollment and Student Services; Dean of Students; Professor
Dr. Steve Sullivan, Chair, Ministry Skills Department; Senior Professor
Dr. Debra D. Watkins, Professor
Dr. Tracy Winkler, Assistant Bookstore Manager; Instructor
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Melinda Merillat, Public Relations and Corporate Communications
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Crossroads Merger – General Information
1. Is Crossroads closing?
2. Why is Crossroads pursuing a merger with CBS-Houston?
3. Has Crossroads considered other mergers?
4. Will Crossroads Bible College’s name change?
5. Will Crossroads close or relocate?
6. Will Crossroads be lost in the identity of CBS-Houston?
7. What are the key phases for project planning and integration?
8. How quickly will changes take place?
Accreditation and Course Offerings
9. How will this pursuit of merger impact the accreditation with ABHE and SACSCOC?
10. How will regional accreditation affect those degrees issued before the merger? Will our degrees be considered "Accredited"?
11. Will credits from Crossroads’ courses transfer to CBS-Houston after the merger?
12. Will all Crossroads’ course programs continue after the merger?
13. Will Crossroads students graduating after the pending July 2019 merger with the College of Biblical Studies receive their diploma/transcript with the institution reflected as Crossroads Bible College or College of Biblical Studies?
14. How will student headcount be affected?
15. How will tuition be affected?
16. How will Crossroads scholarships be affected?
17. How will degree programs be affected?
INTRODUCTION
We have created this document to answer frequently asked questions to the degree that we are currently able. This document will be updated on a regular basis to provide the most current information available.
In 2015, Inside Higher Education shared a Moody’s prediction that closure rates of small colleges and universities (under $100 million in operating revenues for private colleges) would triple in the coming years, and mergers would double. In 2018, Inside Higher Education reported that tuition revenuecontinues to decline and that 25% of private nonprofit colleges and universities spent more than they earned in 2017.
At a fall 2017 meeting of presidents of Christian colleges and universities, the keynote speaker suggested that schools with shrinking enrollments and growing financial challenges need to consider all their options – including merging with stronger, more stable institutions, creating new partnerships, dramatically changing their programs or focus, selling off facilities and sharing space, becoming online only, or even closing their doors.
So where does this challenging environment leave Crossroads Bible College? We face today’s realities, understanding that we cannot continue the way things are and we cannot go back to the way things were. We can only determine the best ways to move forward – recognizing God’s faithfulness and Hiscalling for our institution.
The board of trustees of Crossroads Bible College, recognize the necessity of change to survive. They understand that we can accomplish more by working with other like-minded institutions in partnership than we can working alone. Therefore, the Crossroads Board and administration engaged in conversations with the College of Biblical Studies in Houston, Texas, over a period of several months to discuss the possibility of a merger of the two colleges.
CBS-Houston has invested significant resources in visits to Indianapolis and has conducted a feasibility study in cooperation with Crossroads administration. The goal was to explore if such a merger might be beneficial to both institutions and might be permitted by our respective accrediting agencies. It has taken many months of collaborative work to get to the place where we are today. The rest of the process will take an extended period in order for us to fulfill all the requirements necessary for a successful merger.
The pursuit of this merger provides a strategic opportunity for both Crossroads and CBS-Houston to address the challenges facing biblical higher education and to create the Urban Bible College Initiative (UBCI) through which Crossroads and CBS-Houston can collaborate to provide the greatest potential for missional achievement. [TOC]
1. Is Crossroads closing?
Crossroads is not closing. We are exploring strategic options with CBS-Houston that will enable us to continue with our mission of equipping Christian leaders to reach a multiethnic, urban world for Christ. CBS-Houston and Crossroads are liked-minded in mission and focus.
2. Why is Crossroads pursuing a merger with CBS-Houston?
The missions of Crossroads and CBS-Houston align.
Crossroads and CBS-Houston are both called to serve multiethnic minorities and urban centers.
Crossroads and CBS-Houston have similar academic programs offering traditional, nontraditional, and distance education.
Both Crossroads and CBS-Houston are pursuing high-quality higher education programs to a diverse student body based on biblical worldview and teaching, as reflected by the accreditations of SACSCOC and ABHE.
CBS-Houston brings some things to the table that are valuable to Crossroads such as regional accreditation, a developed online platform, and a strong team of professionals with a history of success. It also allows us to combine some resources, such as software licensing and information systems.
Crossroads and CBS-Houston leadership believe combining resources and strengths will result in a stronger, more efficient, more effective collaborative ministry.
Perhaps the biggest advantage was stated by Solomon in Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor. For if either of them falls, the one will lift up his companion. But woe to the one who falls when there is not another to lift him up.
Furthermore, if two lie down together they keep warm, but how can one be warm alone? And if one can overpower him who is alone, two can resist him. A cord of three strands is not quickly torn apart.
3. Has Crossroads considered other mergers?
In the last few years, Crossroads has been approached by at least two other Bible colleges to discuss potential partnerships/mergers. However, those conversations were abandoned before making the discussions public. In July 2018, the board of directors of Crossroads officially entered into an agreement to formerly proceed with the pursuit of merger with CBS-Houston, subject to the approval of the national accreditation board, Association of Biblical Higher Education and the regional accreditation board, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. [TOC]
4. Will Crossroads Bible College’s name change?
In conjunction with the branding and communications implementation planning effort, the renaming of Crossroads will be considered and a recommendation(s) made to the governing board.
5. Will Crossroads close or relocate?
There are no plans to close any Crossroads sites. However, Crossroads-Indianapolis currently owns more property than it needs to fulfill its mission. Therefore, the Crossroads leadership and Board are working on various approaches to address debt reduction and reduction of operational overhead, including sale of the building/property. A purchase agreement for the Indianapolis campus is in place and expected closing date is January 2019. Plans are being developed to identify a new location. In the meantime, we will continue to keep the Indianapolis campus open through June 30, 2019. Selling the current property allows Crossroads to move to a more modern facility with lower operating costs.
6. Will Crossroads be lost in the identity of CBS-Houston?
CBS-Houston will work collectively with Crossroads to preserve and foster the CBGC mission, heritage, and legacy. CBS-Houston values Crossroads leadership and staff, their contributions to the pursuit of merger, and will be engaging appropriate leadership in the merger implementation planning and management process.
7. What are the key phases for project planning and integration?
The major phases include initial Exploration, which covers due diligence and Feasibility Study Report, Board Decisions to approve and commit to the overall project resources, Collaboration to form project task forces with joint efforts to develop integration plans for key functional areas (e.g., Accreditation, Academic/DE, HR, Finance, IT, etc.), Implementation or Integration Execution, followed by Evaluation or lessons learned for future improvement. We are in the collaboration phase.
8. How quickly will changes take place?
During the pursuit of merger process, most changes will be gradual. Crossroads will continue to be governed by its current board of trustees, and CBS-Houston will be involved in major decisions. The pursuit of merger process is a lengthy one that requires approval of the accrediting agencies for both institutions. The timeline below provides a summary of the key implementation steps and actions. [TOC]
9. How will this pursuit of merger impact the accreditation with ABHE and SACSCOC?
There is nothing in the Feasibility Study Report (FSR) indicating a risk to the accreditation status of the institutions if we follow their standards and policies. Our team will work diligently to protect the accreditation of both institutions.
10. How will regional accreditation affect those degrees issued before the merger? Will our degrees be considered "Accredited"?
The regional accreditation agency, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, stipulates that accreditation status is given to degrees by students who are currently in a degree program at the time accreditation is achieved. SACSCOC does not allow accreditation status to be retroactive.
11. Will credits from Crossroads’ courses transfer to CBS-Houston after the merger?
Yes, credits from Crossroads courses will transfer to CBS-Houston.
12. Will all Crossroads’ course programs continue after the merger?
Yes, current course programs will be initially available after the merger. An assessment is being conducted and a plan developed to assist students through any program transitions that are determined to be appropriate. This plan will include communications and interactions with students to assist them with program completion.
13. Will Crossroads students graduating after the pending July 2019 merger with the College of Biblical Studies receive their diploma/transcript with the institution reflected as Crossroads Bible College or College of Biblical Studies?
Crossroads students graduating after the pending July 2019 merger with the College of Biblical Studies will receive a diploma and transcript with the College of Biblical Studies as the degree granting institution.
Sept.-Dec. Prepare SACSCOC compliance certification document
Nov. Substantive Change Prospectus approved by ABHE Commission on Accreditation
Dec. Substantive Change Prospectus approved by SACSCOC Board
Jan. 10, 2019 SACSCOC compliance certification submission
Feb. 11-14, 2019 SACSCOC site visit-Houston
June 2019 SACSCOC Commission approves/denies merger
July 1, 2019 Merger effective date - College of Biblical Studies with Crossroads
July-Dec. 2019 ABHE site visit-Indianapolis
14. How will student headcount be affected?
CBS-Houston intentions are to retain, and grow, the current Crossroads student enrollment. However, there may be changes in enrollment patterns as decisions are made related to additional locations and online enrollment, etc.
15. How will tuition be affected?
Crossroads’ per credit hour tuition of $395 is currently higher than CBS-Houston’s tuition of $274, and it is feasible, pending final assessment, that the tuition could be reduced or adjusted, as early as 2019-20, to be more consistent with the tuition of CBS-Houston.
16. How will Crossroads scholarships be affected?
Students should continue to receive scholarships consistent with Crossroads’ current student financial aid offerings. Additional scholarships/aid could be implemented as appropriate to affordability strategies and resources.
17. How will degree programs be affected?
A major initiative is to align the current Crossroads and CBS-Houston degree program offerings. It is anticipated that several of the programs will merge into current programs, while a select few will be new offerings. An appropriate plan will be developed to support students pursing degree programs. [TOC]
Questions?
We will work diligently to answer any questions or concerns. Please send questions to [email protected].
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News Release
Contact: Melinda Merillat Public Relations & Corporate Communications [email protected]; 832.252.0745
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 13, 2018
College of Biblical Studies-Houston Pursues Merger with Crossroads Bible College in Indianapolis
Houston, TX – The College of Biblical Studies-Houston has entered into an agreement to pursue a merger with Crossroads Bible College in Indianapolis. CBS-Houston hopes to combine resources in an effort to strengthen both colleges and increase offerings to students. CBS-Houston and Crossroads share a focus on multiethnic urban ministry and have predominately ethnic minority students.
CBS-Houston President Dr. William Blocker believes Crossroads will be a great addition to the CBS-Houston family. Blocker also believes Bible colleges must come together to remain viable in today’s world. “Bible colleges are facing some enormous challenges, but when we come together, we are stronger, more efficient, and a more effective ministry. Together we can focus on preserving our past, impacting our present, and shaping our future for the cause of Christ.”
As part of CBS-Houston, Crossroads will be regionally accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. President Emeritus Dr. A. Charles Ware believes the opportunity to pursue this merger with CBS-Houston will be an example of how kingdom work can strengthen and advance when ministries with common missions unite for the greater good. “CBS-Houston brings value to CBC such as regional accreditation, a developed online platform, and a strong team of professionals with a history of success. It also allows us to combine some resources, such as software licensing and information systems.”
About the College of Biblical Studies
The College of Biblical Studies is located in Houston, Texas. Leveraging its academic rigor and biblical worldview training, CBS-Houston offers a nationally and regionally accredited college education on campus and online, with several programs offered in the Spanish language. Students receive transformational education and training for service to families, ministries, businesses, and communities around the world. CBS-Houston has provided biblically based education to more than 26,000 students since 1976.
About Crossroads Bible College
Crossroads Bible College has its main campus in Indianapolis, IN, and a site in Fort Wayne, IN. Crossroads offers a nationally accredited education on campus and online. Crossroads leverages the experience and expertise of its faculty, staff, and partners to provide sound biblical training of Christian leaders to serve in ministries, business, government, and social services. Students are prepared to engage and transform their communities through the truth of the Scriptures. Since 1980, Crossroads has provided biblical education to thousands of students serving around the world.
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Dear Friends of Crossroads,
The merger pursuit between the College of Biblical Studies in Houston, Texas, and Crossroads Bible College is progressing as expected, and we wanted to share with you more about the next phases of this merger and what to expect.
1. Why merge with CBS-Houston?
The reason we chose to merge with CBS-Houston is because of the many benefits to our students and our community, such as:
2. What are the steps necessary to complete the merger?
The merger pursuit is complex and includes a lengthy approval process from SACSCOC and ABHE. We must be diligent to ensure each phase is accomplished with excellence. Below is a timeline that outlines the different phases to be carried out before the merger is complete.
3. Will the Indianapolis campus close?
Crossroads-Indianapolis currently owns more property than it needs to fulfill its mission. Therefore, the Crossroads leadership and board are working on various approaches to address debt reduction and reduction of operational overhead, including sale of the building/property.
A purchase agreement for the Indianapolis campus is in place, with an expected closing date in early 2019. Plans are being developed to identify a new location. In the meantime, we will continue to keep the Indianapolis campus open through June 30, 2019. Selling the current property allows Crossroads to move to a more modern facility with lower operating costs.
4. Where will the new building be located?
The location has not been determined. However, CBS-Houston and Crossroads are working to find an optimal location for students and staff based on surveys and focus groups recently implemented.
Our main channels of communication will be email, the Crossroads website, and CBS-Houston's website. If you would like to send us your email address to receive future emails, please do so at [email protected].
We will also update our websites as new updates are available. You can find these updates at https://www.crossroads.edu or http://www.cbshouston.edu/.
Look for our next update soon.
This is a historic time for Crossroads and CBS-Houston. God is moving in a mighty way and we praise Him for His faithfulness!
Because of Christ,
Dr. Bill Blocker
President, College of Biblical Studies-Houston
Dr. A. Charles Ware
PresidentEmeritus, Crossroads BibleCollege
Founder/CEO, Grace Relations Network
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DR. WILLIAM “BILL” BLOCKER
President, College of Biblical Studies
Since July 2012, William "Bill" Blocker has served as president of the College of Biblical Studies in Houston, a leading biblically-based college with a committed focus on diversity. “CBS-Houston and Crossroads are known for equipping students from the African American, Hispanic, Chin, Asian, and other ethnically diverse communities. Together we will be a nationally acclaimed model of multicultural ministry equipping students from all walks of life.”
Under Dr. Blocker’s leadership, CBS-Houston has become one of only four Bible colleges with dual accreditation through the Association of Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) and the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). With classes offered online and on-campus, a bold strategic plan is in place to ensure the College is equipped to change the world by transforming every student.
Dr. Blocker came to CBS-Houston from Moody Bible Institute of Chicago where he managed the Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Educational Technology Services, Moody Distance Learning, and Library Services. He also led a number of strategic initiatives including marketing, global impact, technology, the school’s media ministry, and many others. Before Moody, Dr. Blocker spent a total of 15 years as chief information office at TMI Consulting in Chicago, and Robinson & Cole Law Firm in Hartford, CT.
Dr. Blocker earned a Master of Divinity from Chicago Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Ministry in Christian Education from Dallas Theological Seminary. In the mid-1990s, while serving as an adjunct faculty member for Chicago Theological Seminary, he created, developed, and taught the first technology and theology course transmitted synchronously outside the contiguous United States that met stringent Association of Theological Schools’ accrediting association standards.
His recent professional involvement includes Association of Higher Biblical Education Flagship Presidents Group, Overseas Council Advisory Board, and United World Missionary Board of Directors.
Dr. Blocker regularly leads tours to Israel. In 2009, he wrote an article focused on his journeys: Making the Most of Your Trip to Israel: A Spiritual Formation Guide. In 2016, he published a daily devotional book entitled Word to the Wise, and in 2018, Transformational Discipleship: A Guide Toward Spiritual Maturity. His radio program (also called Word to the Wise) is heard daily on over 500 stations in 45 states.
DR. A. CHARLES WARE
President Emeritus, Crossroads Bible College
Dr. A. Charles Ware, president of Crossroads Bible College from 1991-2018, and now president emeritus, is providing his experience and expertise through the merger process. "Regularly, I see evidence of the hand of God in our pursuit of merger! It is not only exciting to see the similar mission between CBS-Houston and Crossroads, but also to see how our future initiatives are very much aligned. Together, we will be more useful to the kingdom of God through our collaborative efforts in humble dependence upon God. I believe 2019 will prove to be a significant milestone in the history of our institutions!"
Dr. Ware is an international authority and life coach on race/ethnic reconciliation matters. Founder and CEO of the Grace Relations Network, he is a recognized leader in multicultural ministry and biblical racial reconciliation. Dr. Ware continues to deepen his understanding of reconciliation issues as he seeks solutions to develop and maintain a loving, diverse environment on a moral foundation. He has founded and collaborated in forming numerous reconciliation organizations and spearheaded seven national multiracial ministry conferences.
He is also the founding pastor of Crossroads Bible Church.
Dr. Ware received his Bachelor of Religious Education from Baptist Bible College of Pennsylvania in 1972, Master of Divinity from Capital Bible Seminary in 1992, and honorary Doctor of Divinity from Baptist Bible Seminary in 1993. He has been widely recognized with honors including the John M. Perkins Visionary Leadership Award (2003) and the Cross-Cultural Initiative of the Year Award (2002) for excellence in the facilitation of cross-cultural initiatives that promote Christian cooperation and service.
Dr. Ware is a featured presenter, conference speaker,and author. His appearances include Answers in Genesis Library, Moody Radio Network,and the International Generation of Reconciliation course (AnchorsAway). Dr. Ware co-authored One Race One Blood with Ken Ham, CEO and founder of Answers in Genesis, the Creation Museum, and the ARK.Committed to continued development, Dr. Ware serves on the boards of the Association of Biblical Higher Education, AnchorsAway, and as advisory council member of the Biblical Counseling Coalition.
MICHAEL E. GENTRY
Interim President, Crossroads Bible College
Michael Edward Gentry serves as interim president of Crossroads Bible College. Before accepting the position of interim president, he served faithfully on the Crossroads Board of Trustees for 18 years and served as board chairperson in 2015-2018.
Mr. Gentry sites Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 in his support of this pursuit of merger. Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow. “God's timing to ensure the success of both His instituions demonstrates His faithfullness to His mission."
Before joining Crossroads, Mr. Gentry had a long and distinguished career with Marathon Pipeline in the areas of pipeline operations, operation center supervisor, operations specialist, pipeline inspector, auditing, budget forecaster, area manager, and department manager.
Mr. Gentry earned a degree in nursing from Lubbock School of Nursing in 1977, attended the University of Findlay Business, and achieved the National Association Corrosion Engineers’ Senior Corrosion Certification. In 2015, he co-authored Every Beat of My Heart. Upon retiring from Marathon, Mr. Gentry began Gentry Consulting specializing in post incident investigations.
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If you would like more information about the merger, please contact: Melinda Merillat, Public Relations and Corporate Communications. [email protected]; P. 832.252.0745 or 936.520.1852.
This merger will accomplish the following:
This is an exciting time! God has graciously provided an opportunity that will help expand the reach of CBS-Houston and Crossroads Bible College. Our combined resources and strengths will result in a stronger, more efficient, more effective collaborative ministry.
Why Merge?
About the College of Biblical Studies
The College of Biblical Studies is located in Houston, Texas. Leveraging its academic rigor and biblical worldview training, CBS offers a nationally and regionally accredited college education on campus and online, with several programs offered in the Spanish language. Students receive transformational education and training for service to families, ministries, businesses, and communities around the world. CBS has provided biblically based education to more than 26,000 students since 1976, and is ranked as one of the lowest tuitions in Texas.
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GENERAL STUDIES |
HRS |
ADDITIONAL COURSES |
HRS |
|
ENGLISH 9 hours |
|
BIBLE 21 hours |
|
|
ENGL 1301 English Composition 1 |
3 |
BIBL 1311 Pentateuch |
3 |
|
ENGL 1302 English Composition 2 |
3 |
BIBL 1312 Historical Literature |
3 |
|
ENGL 2312 Research and Writing |
3 |
BIBL 1213 Wisdom Literature |
2 |
|
College Preparedness 3 hours |
|
BIBL 1414 Prophets |
4 |
|
GNED 1301 Steward Your College Experience |
3 |
BIBL 1321 Gospels |
3 |
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SOCIAL SCIENCES 3 hours |
|
BIBL 1322 Acts and Pauline Epistles |
3 |
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HIST 2321 Western Civilization 1OR HIST 2322 Western Civilization 2 |
3 |
BIBL 1323 General Epistles and Revelation |
3 |
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THEOLOGY 15 hours |
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NATURAL SCIENCE/COMPUTER 6 hours |
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THEO 1311 Introduction to Theological Method |
3 |
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BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology1 |
3 |
THEO 1312 God, Christ, and Holy Spirit |
3 |
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COSC 1317 Introduction to Computing |
3 |
THEO 1313 Man, Sin, and Salvation |
3 |
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FINE ARTS/HUMANITIES 9 hours |
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THEO 1314 Angels, Church, and Prophecy |
3 |
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ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech2 |
3 |
THEO 3341 Apologetics |
3 |
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PHIL 2304 Introduction to Philosophy |
3 |
MINISTRY SKILLS 6 hours |
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PHIL 3305 Christian Ethics |
3 |
MSMN 1301 Bible Study Methods |
3 |
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CHRISTIAN SERVICE 2 units |
|
MSMN 2302 Foundations of Spiritual Life |
3 |
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MCSP 2011 Christian Service, 1 |
1u |
GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES 12 hours |
|
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MCSP 2011 Christian Service, 2 |
1u |
General Education Electives |
12 |
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SPIRITUAL FORMATION 2 units |
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FREE ELECTIVES 0 hours |
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MSSF 3011 Spiritual Formation, 1 |
1u |
No free electives |
0 |
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MSSF 3012 Spiritual Formation, 2 |
1u |
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MAJOR COURSES 36 hours |
HRS |
|
WMIN 3302 The Role of Women in Life and Ministry3 |
3 |
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MSBC 3313 Introduction to Biblical Framework Counseling |
3 |
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WMIN 3301 Women’s Spiritual Formation |
3 |
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MSBC 3315 Marriage and Family |
3 |
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WMIN 4303 Hospitality and Home Governance3 |
3 |
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WMIN 4301 The Role of Women in Church Administration3 |
3 |
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WMIN 4302 Women Counseling Women3 |
3 |
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WMIN 4331 Women’s Ministry Development and Design3 |
3 |
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WMIN 4321 Women Shepherding Women3 |
3 |
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WMIN 4322 Developing Leadership Teams for Women3 |
3 |
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WMIN 4323 Survey of the Ministry of the Pastor’s Wife3, 4 |
3 |
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WMIN 4324 Spiritual Health of the Pastor’s Wife3, 4 |
3 |
1 ASTR 2301 Astronomy may substitute for BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology.
2 MSMN 1303 Principles of Biblical Teaching and MSWM 3323 Women Teaching Women may substitute for ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech. MSWM 3323 Women Teaching Women is for women only.
3 These classes are for women only.
4 WMIN 4323 and WMIN 4324 are taken in lieu of Free Electives above.
Purpose: The Bachelor of Science Degree in Women’s Ministry with a minor in the Ministry of the Pastor’s Wife is designed to equip pastors’ wives with a vast array of knowledge and skill in understanding and ministering to women. Students in the Ministry of the Pastor’s Wife program will learn how to develop a philosophy for women’s ministry as well as practical skills to minister and care for other women. Additionally, this program is carefully designed to encourage the pastor’s wife in her personal life as a woman of God and further equip her to sojourn with her husband in ministry. The students will receive biblically based education with practical life applications so that they can study the Word, apply it to their lives and then teach other women how to do the same. Upon completion of the program, the student will be a stronger asset to her pastor/husband and her local church.
Suggested Sequence
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Year |
Fall |
Spring |
Summer |
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1 |
MSMN 1301 Bible Study Methods ENGL 1301 English Composition 1 COSC 1317 Introduction to Computing GNED 1301 Steward Your College Experience |
WMIN 3312 The Role of Women in Life and Ministry BIBL 1311 Pentateuch THEO 1311 Introduction to Theological Method ENGL 1302 English Composition 2 |
BIBL 1312 Historical Literature THEO 1312 God, Christ, and Holy Spirit ENGL 2312 Research and Writing MSSF 3011 Spiritual Formation |
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2 |
BIBL 1213 Wisdom Literature THEO 1313 Man, Sin, and Salvation MSBC 3313 Introduction to Biblical Framework Counseling BIBL 1414 Prophets General Education Elective |
WMIN 4303 Hospitality and Home Governance MSMN 2302 Foundations of Spiritual Life THEO 1314 Angels, Church, and Prophecy General Education Elective |
WMIN 3301 Women’s Spiritual Formation BIBL 1321 Gospels THEO 3341 Apologetics MCSP 2011 Christian Service Learning Program |
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3 |
WMIN 4302 Women Counseling Women BIBL 1322 Acts and Pauline Epistles PHIL 2304 Introduction to Philosophy MSCE 4325 Special Issues in Ministering to Women |
MSBC 3315 Marriage and Family BIBL 1323 General Epistles and Revelation PHIL 3305 Christian Ethics General Education Elective |
WMIN 4312 Stages of Women’s Development BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology HIST 2321 Western Civilization 1 or 2 MCSP 2011 Christian Service Learning Program |
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4 |
WMIN 4301 The Role of Women in Church Administration WMIN 4321 Women Shepherding Women MSBC 4322 Developing Leadership Teams for Women General Education Elective |
WMIN 4323 Survey of the Ministry of the Pastor's Wife WMIN 4324 Spiritual Health of the Pastor’s Wife WMIN 4331 Women's Ministry Planning and Program Design MSSF 3012 Spiritual Formation |
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Minor: Women's Ministry
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GENERAL STUDIES |
HRS |
ADDITIONAL COURSES |
HRS |
|
ENGLISH 9 hours |
|
BIBLE 21 hours |
|
|
ENGL 1301 English Composition 1 |
3 |
BIBL 1311 Pentateuch |
3 |
|
ENGL 1302 English Composition 2 |
3 |
BIBL 1312 Historical Literature |
3 |
|
ENGL 2312 Research and Writing |
3 |
BIBL 1213 Wisdom Literature |
2 |
|
College Preparedness 3 hours |
|
BIBL 1414 Prophets |
4 |
|
GNED 1301 Steward Your College Experience |
3 |
BIBL 1321 Gospels |
3 |
|
SOCIAL SCIENCES 3 hours |
|
BIBL 1322 Acts and Pauline Epistles |
3 |
|
HIST 2321 Western Civilization 1OR HIST 2322 Western Civilization 2 |
3 |
BIBL 1323 General Epistles and Revelation |
3 |
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THEOLOGY 12 hours |
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NATURAL SCIENCE/COMPUTER 6 hours |
|
THEO 1311 Introduction to Theological Method |
3 |
|
BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology1 |
3 |
THEO 1312 God, Christ, and Holy Spirit |
3 |
|
COSC 1317 Introduction to Computing |
3 |
THEO 1313 Man, Sin, and Salvation |
3 |
|
FINE ARTS/HUMANITIES 9 hours |
|
THEO 1314 Angels, Church, and Prophecy |
3 |
|
ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech2 |
3 |
MINISTRY SKILLS 9 hours |
|
|
PHIL 2304 Introduction to Philosophy |
3 |
MSMN 1301 Bible Study Methods |
3 |
|
PHIL 3305 Christian Ethics |
3 |
MSMN 1302 Principles of Biblical Teaching |
3 |
|
CHRISTIAN SERVICE 2 units |
|
MSMN 2302 Foundations of Spiritual Life |
3 |
|
MCSP 2011 Christian Service, 1 |
1u |
GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES 12 hours |
|
|
MCSP 2011 Christian Service, 2 |
1u |
General Education Electives |
12 |
|
SPIRITUAL FORMATION 2 units |
|
FREE ELECTIVES 6 hours |
|
|
MSSF 3011 Spiritual Formation, 1 |
1u |
Free Electives |
6 |
|
MSSF 3012 Spiritual Formation, 2 |
1u |
|
|
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MAJOR COURSES 30 hours |
|
|
ETHICS, LEADERSHIP AND COUNSELING COURSES 9 hours |
|
|
LSOL 3301 Introduction to Christian Leadership |
3 |
|
MSBC 3313 Introduction to Biblical Framework Counseling |
3 |
|
BIBLE AND THEOLOGY ELECTIVES 3 hours |
|
|
BIBL 4331 Advanced Hermeneutics |
3 |
|
THEO 3341 Apologetics |
3 |
|
Women’s Ministry - MINOR COURSES 18 hours |
|
|
MSBC 3315 Marriage and Family |
3 |
|
WMIN 3301 Spiritual Formation3 |
3 |
|
WMIN 3302 The Role of Women in Life and Ministry3 |
3 |
|
WMIN 4321 Women Shepherding Women3 |
3 |
|
WMIN 4322 Developing Leadership Teams for Women3 |
3 |
|
WMIN 4323 Survey of the Ministry of the Pastor’s Wife3 |
3 |
G
1 ASTR 2301 Astronomy may substitute for BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology
2 MSMN 1303 Principles of Biblical Teaching and MSWM 3323 Women Teaching Women may substitute for ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech. MSWM 3323 Women Teaching Women is for women only.
3 These classes are for women only.
Purpose: The Bachelor of Science Degree in Biblical Studies with a minor in Women’s Ministry is designed to equip women with in-depth knowledge of the word of God and the skill to practically apply it to all of life’s many situations. Students in the Women’s Ministry minor will have an opportunity to explore various issues that women face and examine biblical truths that are applicable to those issues. Upon completion of the program the student will be thoroughly equipped to minister to women in their local churches, communities, and families.
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Year |
Fall |
Spring |
Summer |
|
1 |
MSMN 1301 Bible Study Methods GNED 1301 Steward Your College Experience ENGL 1301 English Composition 1 COSC 1317 Introduction to Computing |
BIBL 1311 Pentateuch ENGL 1302 English Composition 2 THEO 1311 Introduction to Theological Method BIBL 1321 Gospels |
THEO 1312 God, Christ, and Holy Spirit BIBL 1312 Historical Literature ENGL 2312 Research and Writing MSSF 3011 Spiritual Formation |
|
2 |
THEO 1313 Man, Sin, and Salvation BIBL 1213 Wisdom Literature BIBL 1414 Prophets ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech |
MSMN 1302 Principles of Biblical Teaching General Education Elective THEO 1314 Angels, Church, and Prophecy BIBL 1322 Acts and Pauline Epistles |
BIBL 1323 General Epistles and Revelation HIST 2321 Western Civilization 1 or 2. BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology MCSP 2011 Christian Service Learning Program |
|
3 |
General Education Elective MSMN 2302 Foundations of Spiritual Life MSBC 3313 Introduction to Biblical Framework Counseling General Education Elective |
THEO 3341 Apologetics LSOL 3301 Introduction to Christian Leadership BIBL 4331 Advanced Hermeneutics WMIN 3301 Women’s Spiritual Formation |
BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology MSBC 3315 Marriage and Family WMIN 3302 The Role of Women in Life and Ministry MCSP 2011 Christian Service Learning Program |
|
4 |
WMIN 4321 Women Shepherding Women WMIN 4322 Developing Leadership Teams for Women PHIL 2304 Introduction to Philosophy Elective |
PHIL 3305 Christian Ethics WMIN 4323 Survey of the Ministry of Pastor’s Wife MSSF 3012 Spiritual Formation Elective |
|
|
GENERAL STUDIES |
HRS |
ADDITIONAL COURSES |
HRS |
|
ENGLISH 9 hours |
|
BIBLE 21 hours |
|
|
ENGL 1301 English Composition 1 |
3 |
BIBL 1311 Pentateuch |
3 |
|
ENGL 1302 English Composition 2 |
3 |
BIBL 1312 Historical Literature |
3 |
|
ENGL 2312 Research and Writing |
3 |
BIBL 1213 Wisdom Literature |
2 |
|
College Preparedness 3 hours |
|
BIBL 1414 Prophets |
4 |
|
GNED 1301 Steward Your College Experience |
3 |
BIBL 1321 Gospels |
3 |
|
SOCIAL SCIENCES 3 hours |
|
BIBL 1322 Acts and Pauline Epistles |
3 |
|
HIST 2321 Western Civilization 1OR HIST 2322 Western Civilization 2 |
3 |
BIBL 1323 General Epistles and Revelation |
3 |
|
THEOLOGY 12 hours |
|
||
|
NATURAL SCIENCE/COMPUTER 6 hours |
|
THEO 1311 Introduction to Theological Method |
3 |
|
BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology1 |
3 |
THEO 1312 God, Christ, and Holy Spirit |
3 |
|
COSC 1317 Introduction to Computing |
3 |
THEO 1313 Man, Sin, and Salvation |
3 |
|
FINE ARTS/HUMANITIES 9 hours |
|
THEO 1314 Angels, Church, and Prophecy |
3 |
|
ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech2 |
3 |
MINISTRY SKILLS 9 hours |
|
|
PHIL 2304 Introduction to Philosophy |
3 |
MSMN 1301 Bible Study Methods |
3 |
|
PHIL 3305 Christian Ethics |
3 |
MSMN 1302 Principles of Biblical Teaching |
3 |
|
CHRISTIAN SERVICE 2 units |
|
MSMN 2302 Foundations of Spiritual Life |
3 |
|
MCSP 2011 Christian Service, 1 |
1u |
GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES 12 hours |
|
|
MCSP 2011 Christian Service, 2 |
1u |
General Education Electives |
12 |
|
SPIRITUAL FORMATION 2 units |
|
FREE ELECTIVES 6 hours |
|
|
MSSF 3011 Spiritual Formation, 1 |
1u |
Free Electives |
6 |
|
MSSF 3012 Spiritual Formation, 2 |
1u |
|
|
|
MAJOR COURSES 30 hours |
|
|
LEADERSHIP AND COUNSELING COURSES 6 hours |
|
|
LSOL 3301 Introduction to Christian Leadership |
3 |
|
MSBC 3313 Introduction to Biblical Framework Counseling |
3 |
|
BIBLE AND THEOLOGY 6 hours |
|
|
BIBL 4331 Advanced Hermeneutics |
3 |
|
THEO 3341 Apologetics |
3 |
|
PASTORAL MINISTRIES - MINOR COURSES 18 hours |
|
|
MSPM 3300 Introduction to Expository Preaching: Epistolary Literature |
3 |
|
Upper Level Preaching Electives |
15 |
1 ASTR 2301 Astronomy may substitute for BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology
2 MSPM 3300 Introduction to Expository Preaching: Epistolary Literature or MSMN 1303 Principles of Biblical Teaching Lab may substitute for ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech. Students declaring the Biblical Preaching minor, who substitute MSPM 3300 Introduction to Expository Preaching: Epistolary Literature for ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech will complete 18 additional hours of preaching courses to satisfy their Biblical Preaching minor requirements. Alternatively, students declaring the Biblical Preaching minor who do not substitute MSPM 3300 Introduction to Expository Preaching: Epistolary Literature for ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech will complete MSPM 3300 Introduction to Expository Preaching: Epistolary Literature and 15 additional hours of preaching courses to satisfy their Biblical Preaching minor requirements.
Purpose: The purpose of the Biblical Preaching minor is to equip students with the core competencies central to developing and delivering sermons that are Bible-centered, clear, interesting, relevant and life-changing. It is comprised of 18 hours of required and elective preaching courses.
Students learn to develop messages from multiple emphases and genres of biblical literature and to deliver them using a variety of homiletical expressions to the greater glory of God.
|
Year |
Fall |
Spring |
Summer |
|
1 |
MSMN 1301 Bible Study Methods GNED 1301 Stewarding Your College Experience ENGL 1301 English Composition 1 COSC 1317 Introduction to Computing |
BIBL 1311 Pentateuch BIBL 1321 Gospels ENGL 1302 English Composition 2 THEO 1311 Introduction to Theological Method |
THEO 1312 God, Christ, and Holy Spirit BIBL 1312 Historical Literature ENGL 2312 Research and Writing MSSF 3011 Spiritual Formation |
|
2 |
THEO 1313 Man, Sin, and Salvation ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech BIBL 1213 Wisdom Literature General Education Elective |
MSMN 1302 Principles of Biblical Teaching THEO 1314 Angels, Church, and Prophecy BIBL 1322 Acts and Pauline Epistles General Education Elective |
BIBL 1323 General Epistles and Revelation BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology HIST 1322 Western Civilization 1 or 2 MCSP 2011 Christian Service Learning Program |
|
3 |
MSBC 3313 Introduction to Biblical Framework Counseling MSMN 2302 Foundations of Spiritual Life BIBL 1414 Prophets General Education Elective |
THEO 3341 Apologetics MSPM 3300 Introduction to Expository Preaching: Epistolary Literature LSOL 3301 Introduction to Christian Leadership General Education Elective |
Upper Level Preaching Elective BIBL 4331 Advanced Hermeneutics Upper Level Preaching Elective MCSP 2011 Christian Service Learning Program |
|
4 |
PHIL 2304 Introduction to Philosophy Upper Level Preaching Elective Upper Level Preaching Elective Free Elective |
PHIL 3305 Christian Ethics Upper Level Preaching Elective MSSF 3012 Spiritual Formation Free Elective |
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Purpose and Objectives: The Biblical Studies major is designed to equip men and women with the skills necessary for ministry in a variety of contexts. Built on the foundation of inductive Bible interpretation, the program includes training in Christian Leadership and Biblical Counseling. Upon completion of the program, successful students will be able to:
Graduation Requirements:
| GENERAL STUDIES | HRS | ADDITIONAL COURSES | HRS |
| ENGLISH 9 hours | BIBLE 21 hours | ||
| ENGL 1301 English Composition 1 | 3 | BIBL 1311 Pentateuch | 3 |
| ENGL 1302 English Composition 2 | 3 | BIBL 1312 Historical Literature | 3 |
| ENGL 2312 Research and Writing | 3 | BIBL 1213 Wisdom Literature | 2 |
| College Preparedness 3 hours | BIBL 1414 Prophets | 4 | |
| GNED 1301 Steward Your College Experience | 3 | BIBL 1321 Gospels | 3 |
| SOCIAL SCIENCES 3 hours | BIBL 1322 Acts and Pauline Epistles | 3 | |
| HIST 2321 Western Civilization 1ORHIST 2322 Western Civilization 2 | 3 | BIBL 1323 General Epistles and Revelation | 3 |
| THEOLOGY 12 hours | |||
| NATURAL SCIENCE/COMPUTER 6 hours | THEO 1311 Introduction to Theological Method | 3 | |
| BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology1 | 3 | THEO 1312 God, Christ, and Holy Spirit | 3 |
| COSC 1317 Introduction to Computing | 3 | THEO 1313 Man, Sin, and Salvation | 3 |
| FINE ARTS/HUMANITIES 9 hours | THEO 1314 Angels, Church, and Prophecy | 3 | |
| ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech2 | 3 | MINISTRY SKILLS 9 hours | |
| PHIL 2304 Introduction to Philosophy | 3 | MSMN 1301 Bible Study Methods | 3 |
| PHIL 3305 Christian Ethics | 3 | MSMN 1302 Principles of Biblical Teaching | 3 |
| CHRISTIAN SERVICE 2 units | MSMN 2302 Foundations of Spiritual Life | 3 | |
| MCSP 2011 Christian Service, 1 | 1u | GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES 12 hours | |
| MCSP 2011 Christian Service, 2 | 1u | General Education Electives | 12 |
| SPIRITUAL FORMATION 2 units | FREE ELECTIVES 6 hours | ||
| MSSF 3011 Spiritual Formation, 1 | 1u | Free Electives | 6 |
| MSSF 3012 Spiritual Formation, 2 | 1u |
| MAJOR COURSES 30 hours | HRS |
| LEADERSHIP COURSES 3 hours | |
| LSOL 3301 Introduction to Christian Leadership | 3 |
| BIBLE/THEOLOGY 6 hours | |
| BIBL 4331 Advanced Hermeneutics | 3 |
| THEO 3341 Apologetics | 3 |
| BIBLICAL COUNSELING COURSE 3 hours | |
| MSBC 3313 Introduction to Biblical Framework Counseling | 3 |
| Upper Level Bible or Theology or Women's Ministry or Ministry Skills or Language Department Electives 18 hours | |
| Upper Level Bible or Theology or Women's Ministry or Ministry Skills or Language Department Electives | 18 |
1 ASTR 2301 Astronomy may substitute for BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology
2 MSMN 1303 Principles of Biblical Teaching, Expository Preaching classes, MSPM 3300-3305, and MSWM 3323 Women Teaching Women may substitute for ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech. Expository Preaching classes, MSPM 3300-3305, are for men only. MSWM 3323 Women Teaching Women is for women only.
Suggested Sequence
|
Year |
Fall |
Spring |
Summer |
|
1 |
MSMN 1301 Bible Study Methods GNED 1301 Stewarding Your College Experience ENGL 1301 English Composition 1 COSC 1317 Introduction to Computing |
BIBL 1311 Pentateuch BIBL 1321 Gospels ENGL 1302 English Composition 2 THEO 1311 Introduction to |
THEO 1312 God, Christ, and Holy Spirit BIBL 1312 Historical Literature ENGL 2312 Research and Writing MSSF 3011 Spiritual Formation |
|
2 |
THEO 1313 Man, Sin, and Salvation ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech BIBL 1213 Wisdom Literature General Education Elective |
MSMN 1302 Principles of Biblical Teaching THEO 1314 Angels, Church, and Prophecy BIBL 1322 Acts and Pauline Epistles General Education Elective |
BIBL 1323 General Epistles and Revelation BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology HIST 1322 Western Civilization 1 or 2 MCSP 2011 Christian Service Learning Program |
|
3 |
MSBC 3313 Introduction to Biblical Framework Counseling MSMN 2302 Foundations of Spiritual Life BIBL 1414 Prophets General Education Elective |
THEO 3341 Apologetics Upper Level Bible or Theology or Women's Ministry or Ministry Skills or Language Department Elective LSOL 3301 Introduction to Christian Leadership General Education Elective |
Upper Level Bible or Theology or Women's Ministry or Ministry Skills or Language Department Elective BIBL 4331 Advanced Hermeneutics Upper Level Bible or Theology or Women's Ministry or Ministry Skills or Language Department Elective MCSP 2011 Christian Service Learning Program |
|
4 |
PHIL 2304 Intro to Philosophy Upper Level Bible or Theology or Women's Ministry or Ministry Skills or Language Department Elective Upper Level Bible or Theology or Women's Ministry or Ministry Skills or Language Department Elective Free Elective |
PHIL 3305 Christian Ethics Upper Level Bible or Theology or Women's Ministry or Ministry Skills or Language Department Elective MSSF 3012 Spiritual Formation Free Elective |
|
Purpose and Objectives: The purpose of the 120-hour program with major in Biblical Counseling culminating in a Bachelor of Science degree is to provide a thoroughly biblical model for biblical counseling. The training will prepare men and women to engage in church, parachurch, or private biblical counseling, and provide a base for seminary or other graduate training. The courses offered in the curriculum are not designed to meet academic or other requirements of the State of Texas for licensure as a professional counselor. Upon completion of the program, successful students will:
Graduation Requirements:
| GENERAL STUDIES | HRS | ADDITIONAL COURSES | HRS |
| ENGLISH 9 hours | BIBLE 21 hours | ||
| ENGL 1301 English Composition 1 | 3 | BIBL 1311 Pentateuch | 3 |
| ENGL 1302 English Composition 2 | 3 | BIBL 1312 Historical Literature | 3 |
| ENGL 2312 Research and Writing | 3 | BIBL 1213 Wisdom Literature | 2 |
| College Preparedness 3 hours | BIBL 1414 Prophets | 4 | |
| GNED 1301 Steward Your College Experience | 3 | BIBL 1321 Gospels | 3 |
| SOCIAL SCIENCES 3 hours | BIBL 1322 Acts and Pauline Epistles | 3 | |
| HIST 2321 Western Civilization 1OR HIST 2322 Western Civilization 2 | 3 | BIBL 1323 General Epistles and Revelation | 3 |
| THEOLOGY 12 hours | |||
| NATURAL SCIENCE/COMPUTER 6 hours | THEO 1311 Introduction to Theological Method | 3 | |
| BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology1 | 3 | THEO 1312 God, Christ, and Holy Spirit | 3 |
| COSC 1317 Introduction to Computing | 3 | THEO 1313 Man, Sin, and Salvation | 3 |
| FINE ARTS/HUMANITIES 9 hours | THEO 1314 Angels, Church, and Prophecy | 3 | |
| ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech2 | 3 | MINISTRY SKILLS 6 hours | |
| PHIL 2304 Introduction to Philosophy | 3 | MSMN 1301 Bible Study Methods | 3 |
| PHIL 3305 Christian Ethics | 3 | MSMN 1302 Principles of Biblical Teaching | 3 |
| CHRISTIAN SERVICE 2 units | MSMN 2302 Foundations of Spiritual Life | 3 | |
| MCSP 2011 Christian Service, 1 | 1u | GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES 12 hours | |
| MCSP 2011 Christian Service, 2 | 1u | General Education Electives | 12 |
| SPIRITUAL FORMATION 2 units | FREE ELECTIVES 6 hours | ||
| MSSF 3011 Spiritual Formation, 1 | 1u | Free Electives | 6 |
| MSSF 3012 Spiritual Formation, 2 | 1u |
|
MAJOR COURSES 30 hours |
HRS |
|
THEO 3341 Apologetics |
3 |
|
LSOL 3301 Introduction to Christian Leadership |
3 |
|
BIBL 4331 Advanced Hermeneutics |
3 |
|
MSBC 3312 Comparative Analysis of Psychological Counseling, Christian Integrative Counseling, and Biblical Counseling |
3 |
|
MSBC 3313 Introduction to Biblical Framework Counseling |
3 |
|
MSBC 3314 Analysis of Common Problems Through Biblical Framework Counseling |
3 |
|
MSBC 4303 Biblical Counseling Process and Methodologies |
3 |
|
Upper Level Biblical Counseling Electives |
9 |
1 ASTR 2301 Astronomy may substitute for BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology.
2 MSMN 1303 Principles of Biblical Teaching, Expository Preaching classes, MSPM 3300-3305, and MSWM 3323 Women Teaching Women may substitute for ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech. Expository Preaching classes, MSPM 3300-3305, are for men only. MSWM 3323 Women Teaching Women is for women only.
|
Year |
Fall |
Spring |
Summer |
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MSMN 1301 Bible Study Methods GNED 1301 Stewarding Your College Experience ENGL 1301 English Composition 1 COSC 1317 Introduction to Computing |
BIBL 1311 Pentateuch BIBL 1321 Gospels ENGL 1302 English Composition 2 THEO 1311 Introduction to Theological Method |
THEO 1312 God, Christ, and Holy Spirit BIBL 1312 Historical Literature ENGL 2312 Research and Writing MSSF 3011 Spiritual Formation |
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THEO 1313 Man, Sin, and Salvation ENGL 1311 Fundamentals of Speech BIBL 1213 Wisdom Literature LSOL 3301 Introduction to Christian Leadership |
General Education Elective THEO 1314 Angels, Church, and Prophecy BIBL 1322 Acts and Pauline Epistles MSBC 3312 Comparative Analysis of Psychological Counseling, Cristian Integrative Counseling and Biblical Counseling |
BIBL 1323 General Epistles and Revelation BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology MSBC 3313 Introduction to Biblical Framework Counseling MCSP 2011 Christian Service Learning Program |
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MSBC 3314 Analysis of Common Problems Through Biblical Framework Counseling MSMN 2302 Foundations of Spiritual Life BIBL 1414 Prophets HIST 1322 Western Civ 1 or 2 |
THEO 3341 Apologetics MSMN 1302 Principles of Biblical Teaching BIBL 4331 Advanced Hermeneutics Upper Level Biblical Counseling Elective |
General Education Elective General Education Elective Upper Level Biblical Counseling Elective MCSP 2011 Christian Service Learning Program |
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PHIL 2304 Intro to Philosophy Upper Level Biblical Counseling Elective General Education Elective Free Elective |
PHIL 3305 Christian Ethics MSBC 4303 Biblical Counseling Process and Methodologies MSSF 3012 Spiritual Formation Free Elective |
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Major: Biblical Counseling
Major: Biblical Studies
Minor: None
Minor: Biblical Counseling
Minor: Biblical Preaching
Minor: Pastoral Ministries
Minor: Women's Ministry
Major: Organizational Leadership
Major: Women's Ministry
Minor: Ministry of the Pastor’s Wife
CBS offers the lowest net price in Texas among four-year private non-profits. Whether you seek on-campus or online programs (or a blend of both), our Admissions Counselors are here to listen and then prayerfully consider how CBS can prepare you for a life and career founded upon God’s word. Please fill out the form below and hit “submit” or click Request Information:
Our biblically-based, accredited college degree means that Bible and theology is at least 25% of your accredited coursework. Moreover, your general studies courses (history, science, etc.) and electives have God’s word as the basis for your classroom or online experience, your assignments, and your interaction with classmates and professors. Equipping you with a biblical worldview prepares you to impact the world around you for Jesus Christ! (2 Corinthians 5:20)
A biblically-based degree is right for you whether you are a:
“I am becoming a lover of Truth who lives to see the Word change me and challenge me. Whether teaching the Bible at church, offering counsel to a friend, or making a difficult business decision, my CBS education is laying a biblical foundation I will rely upon always.”
– Chanelle, Business Professional and Single Mother
“It is vital that I handle the Word of God accurately, in order to apply it to the many needs of our growing community… The Lord called me to church leadership, but He also blessed me with a wife and children. The more I apply what I learned at CBS, the more I see how God’s word influences every aspect of our lives.”
– Pablo, Church Pastor of Spanish-speaking Congregation
“I am serving the Lord in a way that is impacting the next generation of leaders, citizens, our neighbors!... Whether serving my students, their parents, or my teachers, the biblical foundation I received from CBS is the driving force behind all of my decision-making and communication.”
– Alfred, Public High School Assistant Principal
Whether you are engaging in a personal conversation with a student, emailing the CBS stakeholders, posting on social media, or creating a mass email campaign, confidentiality is critical. Any communication should adhere to policies HR-302 and HR 303 regarding confidentiality and student privacy.
Confidentiality
As stated in the CBS corporate policy, HR-302 Confidentiality, “Employees may have access to confidential information. Confidential information includes, but is not limited to, all data, documents, systems, improvements, architectural drawings, equipment, software, programs and student/contributor/employee list and information. This information, no matter how it is summarized, reproduced, or stored, is proprietary and confidential and should not be converted or used for personal benefit or advantage. Any misappropriation or unauthorized disclosure of such information is illegal (Privacy Act of 1990 Revised), prohibited and cause for immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.”
Student Information
Understanding policy regarding student information is also required of CBS staff. Per HR-303 Privacy of Records, “Employees should become familiar with procedural requirements for managing student information to avoid giving students or third parties wrong information. If you have any questions regarding what information is to be kept private, contact the Office of the Registrar at [email protected].
Personal Responsibility and Liability
All communication follows PR-003 Intellectual Property guidelines to provide overarching guidance in the protection and use of intellectual property.
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The College of Biblical Studies applauds home school families for their years of dedication and hard work to among the noblest of causes. We share your stand that a “higher education” involves more than obtaining knowledge toward a vocation and that the college experience should result in raising one’s standard of moral and ethical integrity, not lowering it.
At the heart of the CBS mission is a commitment to build upon the solid foundation you’ve laid for your life in Christ as well as your educational goals. This involves providing an environment that stresses character as well as competence.
Our dedication to “training in truth that leads to transformation” finds no better outlet than in the mind and heart of a home school graduate. The attributes below reflect our interest in serving you and serving you well. We look forward to providing you a transformational college experience!
College of Biblical Studies recognizes the value of a home school education and places no extra burdens upon a home school applicant. An official transcript of courses completed toward high school equivalency is the only document required.
We appreciate the (very) individual attention to which you have become accustomed throughout your educational experience. Our class sizes average 13:1 and our ministry-minded faculty welcome the opportunity to learn about you and your specific goals and objectives.
CBS offers a fully regionally accredited, dual-enrollment degree program that not only allows home school students to complete their first two years of collegiate-level work, but also teaches all courses from a distinctively biblical worldview. Dual credit options decrease the cost of tuition and fees for students by accelerating their pursuit of a college degree.
CBS students can complete a bachelor’s degree FULLY ONLINE by first completing an associate degree and then signing up for one of our accelerated degree completion programs (see below). Courses are also available online each semester to supplement on-campus programs.
Bachelor of Science Four-Year Degree Program
Bachelor of Science Accelerated Degree Completion Program
Associate of Biblical Studies Degree (also available in Spanish)
Bible Certificate (also available in Spanish)
Bachelor of Science Accelerated Degree Completion Program
Associate of Biblical Studies Degree
Associate of Arts Degree
Email Admissions Office or Call 844-CBS-WORD (1-844.227.9673 – toll free) 713-77-BIBLE (713.772.4253 – Houston area)
Completing your educational journey is one of great accomplishment and celebration. The CBS family joins you in praising God and commending your efforts of a job well done! Please review the following information to ensure the most positive experience possible during this very special time.
Graduate Fair Info & Accessories Document
Students are expected to attend all class sessions for which they are registered. Instructors are required to take weekly attendance. For on-ground students, tardiness are early departure are considered in reporting absences. For online students, class log in activity serves as “attendance”. Students are allowed to miss 20% of class time without penalty. Absences in excess of 20% of class time may result in an automatic “F”. Appeals for extenuating situations should be discussed with the course instructor. If the student is not satisfied with the instructor’s decision, the student can follow the academic complaint process in the Academic Catalog.
April 2018
Job Description
Job Category/ FLSA Status: Communications / Exempt
Accountability: President
Authority: Assigned Staff
The Director, Marketing and Communications is responsible for stewarding the institutional branding and communications to achieve mission clarity with our students and prospective students and our donor and church community. This stewardship includes partnering with operational areas in the creation and production of marketing and communication materials to achieve one voice for the college, including the College website.
Required:
Preferred:
Measurable Expectations/Fiscal Responsibilities (i.e., quarterly reports, annual events, etc.):
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of CBS.
Believing that God values and calls men and women from every language, people and nation into His kingdom, CBS is committed to cultivating and maintaining an ethnically diverse educational and work environment that motivates and retains God’s chosen individuals. CBS does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, national or ethnic origin, veteran, marital status, or physical or mental disability in the administration of its employment policies except as such conditions may constitute bona fide occupational or assignment limitation.
Applicants please visit CBS Job Opportunities website and follow the instructions to complete your applications. Thank you.
The College of Biblical Studies understands that minimizing debt is both biblical and a healthy way to ensure CBS students and graduates are able to focus on doing God’s work. For those students who do not want to apply and/or do not qualify for need-based aid, but want to pursue their educational goals through CBS, a convenient payment plan process is provided as an alternative. CBS students who have completed the admissions process and earned acceptance status can progress through the easy payment plan steps as follows:
If you have any questions please contact Maggie Rodriguez at 832-252-4623 or [email protected]
Please note: there is a $25 per semester nonrefundable enrollment fee.
What Do the Students and Alumni Say about College of Biblical Studies (CBS)?
“I have always loved God’s word and seen myself as a minister to the secular world, so the Bible college connection was obvious… CBS showed me how to deal effectively with people – to be a servant leader. I always looked forward to getting to class – the comradery was a blessing, and the [accelerated degree completion] format suited my busy adult lifestyle… I am very hard-working, goal-oriented, and competitive, and I loved that you could contract for grades that were project-based as opposed to exam-based… CBS laid the foundation for me to get both my teaching certificate and my master’s degree!” (Mark M., Assistant Director of Human Resources, Aldine I.S.D.)
“CBS equipped me with more than a bachelor’s degree – I walked away with a far deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. And God is using this transformation in me to help others toward their transformation...The counsel I provide to combat veterans struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder requires more than an education – it demands that I have a profound understanding of God’s word and how it can heal the sense of brokenness these heroes wrestle with. Consequently, I am applying what I learned at CBS on a daily basis – to impact the world and change lives. And to God be the glory!" (Zoeieann T)
“As a youth leader I’m living out what I’m learning at CBS. No more having to decide between ‘competing voices’ as to the way forward in ministry; and no more ‘piggy-backing’ off of another’s faith. CBS has given me ownership of my faith through the study of the Word. The depth of learning and relationships I’m building, with passionate professors as well as mission-driven students, is preparing me to fulfill God’s call to ministry, not just respond to it.” (Andrew)
The CBS Admission staff will consider the following criteria when making a determination regarding admission:
Effective for the Spring 2014 semester and every semester thereafter, all new CBS students are required to receive a vaccination against bacterial meningitis or to meet certain criteria for requesting a waiver from such a vaccination prior to registration for classes. This is a state requirement in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 1107 (SB1107), as amended by SB 62. Students who are age 22-years-old or older are exempt from this vaccination requirement, per SB62, which will become effective on January 1, 2014. Entering students are required to submit a completed Bacterial Meningitis Vaccine Form. For more information regarding the CBS vaccination requirement, including permissible waivers, please visit our Health Services Page.
First-time applicants are defined as those students who have not taken any previous college courses. First-time applicants are required to submit the following documentation:
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College of Biblical Studies
7000 Regency Square Blvd.
Houston, TX 77036
Please have all official transcripts forwarded to the following address:
Office of Admission and Advising
College of Biblical Studies
7000 Regency Square Blvd.
Houston, Texas 77036
Official transcripts can also be submitted electronically to [email protected].
Military veterans can obtain transcripts from their particular branch of service through one of the following links:
Begin the process for financial aid. Apply here.
Submission of appropriate placement testing scores. An acceptable score from ONE of the following examinations will satisfy this requirement: ACT, SAT, TAAS/TAKS, THEA/TASP/TSI, ASSET, COMPASS or ACCUPLACER.
All applicants must be evaluated as to their reading and writing skills by completing entrance testing. This testing isscheduled through the Office of Admissions. All entering students must show proficiency in both reading and writing in order to gain admission to the college.
Applicants who meet one or more of the following conditions may be exempt from entrance testing:
1. Applicants with an earned associate or higher degree from an accredited college or university.
• Applicants seeking this exemption must provide an official transcript from all post-secondary schools previously attended including the transcript reflecting the degree.
2. Applicants with twelve or more transferable credit hours from an accredited college or university and who have successfully completed 6 credit hours of English Composition.
3. Students who have performed at or above the level set by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the American College Test (ACT), Wonderlic, CPT, Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT), Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) Exit-Level Exam, Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) or other measurements such as ASSET, COMPASS, ACCUPLACER, State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR). Applicants must submit official documentation of their test scores before exemption is granted. Acceptable scores are shown in the “Placement Tests” table.
4. Applicants who on or after August 1, 1990, was honorably discharged, retired, or released from active duty as a member of the armed forces of the United States or the Texas National Guard or service as a member of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States.
5. Applicants who are serving on active duty as a member of the armed forces of the United States, the Texas National Guard, or as a member of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States and has been serving for at least three years preceding enrollment.
6. Non-Degree Seeking Students are not subject to placement testing. It is not possible to achieve a degree at the College of Biblical Studies-Houston without proper documentation of qualifying exemptions.
Please feel free to review your application status by visiting MyApp.
832-252-0758 [email protected]
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Iris Davidson |
Admissions Associate |
832-252-0702 |
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Dr. Doug Brooks |
Sr. Admissions Counselor |
832-252-0727 |
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Joshua Cardoso |
Admissions Counselor |
832-252-0735 |
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Kathy Perkins |
Assistant Director of Admissions |
832-252-4625 |
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Prima McFalls |
Volunteer Alumni Services Coordinator |
832-252-0738 |
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Leonette Lewis |
Coordinator of Student Services |
832-252-0729 |
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Dr. Lisa Stewart |
AVP, Enrollment & Student Services and Dean of Students |
832-252-0758 |
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Lee Bouldin |
Enrollment Marketing Manager |
832-252-4635 |
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Chris Fontaine |
Registrar & Director of Enrollment Services and Education Marketing |
832-252-0712 |
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Natalie Menjivar |
Records Analyst |
832-252-0733 |
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Esmeralda Barrera |
Sr. Academic Advisor |
832-252-4640 |
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Debbie Harper |
Academic Advisor |
832-252-4632 |
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ShaToi Newell |
Sr. Financial Aid Advisor & VA Certifying Official |
832-252-0710 |
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Maggie Rodriguez |
Asst. Director of Financial Aid & Student Account Representative |
832-252-4623 |
Qualified veterans and the dependents of deceased or disabled veterans whose death or disability is a direct result of their military service may be eligible for VA educational benefits under one of the following programs while attending the CBS:
Disabled veterans desiring to further their education under the VA Vocational Rehabilitation program should contact the Veterans Administration Counseling and Training office at 713-383-1985.
For additional assistance regarding VA educational benefits, please contact the Veterans Administration at 1-888-442-4551 or https://benefits.va.gov/gibill. You may also contact the Office of Financial Aid at 832-252-4602 or [email protected]
For additional assistance regarding disability services, please contact Disability Support Services at 832-252-0757 or [email protected]. The CBS Disability Services office is located in Suite 113; the operating hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Admissions Financial Aid Ask a Professor Academic & More
There are a few unique features about CBS. One unique feature is CBS is both a regionally and nationally accredited school. These accreditations put CBS on the same level as schools such as Texas A&M, UT, U of H and the like. Another unique feature is our Mission statement. Furthermore, CBS seeks to offer its students Truth, Training, and Transformation.
There are a number of good reasons why most students choose CBS. We have a very generous credit transfer policy. Our tuition rates are far more reasonable than any other 4-year school. It is a way for the Christian college student to get a bachelor’s degree from an accredited school with Christian values. It is a fabulous “springboard” for those who are called to ministry to prepare them for seminary. It is a means for the community college graduate who is already entrenched in a career to go on and obtain a bachelor’s degree in order to improve his or her chances of promotion at work. CBS provides a world-class education at a reasonable investment.
CBS seeks applicants who are professed Christians, who are looking to further their education, and who are seeking to grow in a deeper relationship with the Lord. (Truth, Training, Transformation)
It is very easy to apply to CBS. Our application is online and represents a “turn-key” process for admission to the college. Upon full completion of the application and receipt of all required documents (transcripts, shot records, SAT/ACT scores, etc.) the CBS admissions team carefully reviews each application in order to determine admission status.
Your SAT/ACT scores may allow you to bypass CBS’ admissions testing process.
Absolutely! If you wish to meet with an admissions officer, make sure to set up a meeting via email or calling beforehand. If it is during application, usually two months before the beginning of a semester, try to schedule an appointment to ensure they are not too busy to meet with prospective students.
CBS’ values and vision are best stated in our mission statement.
The profile of our most successful student is one who seeks to fulfill the imperative in 1 Cor. 10:31 and Col. 3:17 which (paraphrased) exhorts the believer to “do all to the glory of God”. Moreover, the successful student has a mindset to be challenged (but not overwhelmed) to glorify God through his or her seeking a deeper relationship with Him. Ultimately, it is this relationship that remains at the forefront of our successful student’s mind as he or she balances family, work, ministry, and school. The successful student delivers excellence in all these areas through maintaining this aforementioned perspective.
In addition to pell grant awards through fafsa. CBS offers a number of donor based scholarships.
On the CBS site, we have a financial aid portal known as “My FA”. This portal links fafsa’s assessment with our site in order for the student to see what financial aid they have received.
Yes. However, CBS does require each scholarship applicant to complete fafsa and My FA as well as register for classes. Since the scholarships are “needs-based” each application is reviewed individually by our scholarship review board to determine eligibility.
While many institutions use the word “negotiate”, CBS prefers the word “appeal”. If you feel like you should qualify for more assistance, we do have an appeal process.
CBS requires each student to serve in the Body of Christ in order to graduate. This requirement takes the form of Christian Service modules of 28 hours of service during 3 different semesters. Contact the Dean of Students for other work-study opportunities.
Meeting with a professor could be a great way for a prospective student to make contact and learn about a department and class, especially if the prospective student has a strong sense of his or her degree focus. The prospect can learn about the Prof’s teaching style, the department’s approach, and any opportunities for independent projects or research.
Students are expected to honor the Lord through their efforts to study “heartily as if for the Lord”. Timely attendance to class, submission of assignments, and maintaining comprehension of the assigned reading places the student in the best position to be successful.
All of these requirements reflect the array of requirement options for a class. Depending on the class and grade level, there will be a combination of some or all of these aforementioned.
The required and recommended textbooks are always listed in the course syllabus. Having a personal computer is a staple for student success.
CBS requires that a prospective student be a professed believer in Jesus Chris as the sole means for salvation. A high school diploma or GED is required for admission to CBS. A fundamental level of computer skills is necessary in order to fulfill the course requirements.
Yes. Many of our courses require research.
Yes. Depending on the degree plan, some of our programs require a capstone project that can be in the form of a thesis.
Some of our degree plans offer the flexibility of interdisciplinary studies due to the large number of elective courses in the program.
Below questions are divided up by academics, support resources, internships, study abroad programs, extra-curricular, residential life, and general culture, as well as some personal questions.
That would be like asking a mother who her favorite child is! All of our curriculum are taught by world-class professors. The more popular bachelor programs include Biblical Counseling and Organizational Leadership.
CBS offers an extremely personal class environment with class sizes averaging 12-15 students. The professor knows each student’s name and face.
The answer to this question depends on the course, objectives, and curriculum in each course.
All CBS course are taught by the lead professor. Most of our Prof’s hold a terminal degree in the field of course study in which they teach.
Absolutely! Each prof advertises office hours for a face-to-face meeting as well as e-mail and phone numbers. Many Profs give out their personal cell numbers for maximum accessibility.
Some courses have pre-requisites and cannot be taken until other courses are satisfactorily completed. A recommended course chart for each degree plan is listed in the Academic Catalog. Additionally, the student’s academic advisor can assist in course selection. However, in most circumstance, the ultimate decision on course selection rests with the student.
Yes, (usually). However, early registration is encouraged in order to avoid seeking a course that is full.
The Wi-Fi is free and is available all over the CBS campus.
Advisors are assigned by alphabet split.
Yes. However, a student must be aware of the impact that switching majors may have on the completed and required courses.
For the academic advisor, student success is our mission and ministry. Resultantly, the advisor not only recommends applicable classes, they also assist in helping the new student in realizing overall success through our student success center.
Yes. As needed.
A student should check with his or her professor on a case-by-case basis.
CBS’ honors program recognizes students at the cum laude, magna cum laude, and suma cum laude level. Most 4 year programs finish with a capstone class.
The typical CBS class meets once a week for 3 hours. In addition to the class time, 9 hours of assignment/reading is required for each class.
The answer to this question depends on the class and its objectives.
CBS offers a number of study environments including the Student Life Center, the Student Success Center (in the Registrar’s suite), the library, as well as private rooms in the library.
Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday- 8:30am- 9pm; Wednesday 8:30am- 6pm; Saturday 8:30am- 3pm; Friday & Sunday closed.
CBS employs the Logos biblical software program. CBS also requires each student in a bachelor’s program to complete a “Research and Writing” class. This class familiarizes the CBS student will all methods and venues for composing research papers of a sorts.
Yes. Because of the smaller CBS class size, each student receives a more personal experience with his or her professor.
Yes. CBS employs a number of approaches to ensure student success. Some specific include student success through academic advising, mentoring/tutoring from fellow students, online writing center for paper evaluation, (to mention a few). Contact your academic advisor for ideas on how to best obtain assistance.
Yes. The system as called “Net-tutor”.
Yes. Depending on the class and curriculum, such an approach is encouraged by the professor.
Yes. CBS has a computer lab, computers in the library, and well as computers in the student success center (in the Registrar’s suite). However, each student is encouraged to obtain his or her own computer.
Yes. A number of the course in each degree program fit this description.
CBS student services offer world class service to our students. The academic advisor offers a “one-stop” approach at student success beginning at the first week of the student’s first class until the last day of the final class before the student graduates.Do the librarians help with research? Yes. Please visit CBS Library Writing Helps for details.
Oikos (οἶκος) is the Greek word for house, or by metonymy the persons of a house. The purpose of this program is to meet the goal of providing financial assistance to CBS students, staff, faculty, and alumni who have suffered financial loss due to catastrophic events.
We are excited to announce the launch of our Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) today. The goal of our QEP program is to equip students with a biblical worldview regarding the stewardship of their educational experience, time, finances, and the spiritual disciplines in order to prepare them not only for successful completion of a CBS degree, but also life after college.
The concept of Stewardship is broken down into three parts to meet the above-stated goal in our new (pilot) first year experience course, GNED1301:
Through the course the student will be able 1) to adopt learning strategies that conform to how God designed the student as a learner; 2) to incorporate biblical truths in planning, prioritization and implementation for realizing educational goals; 3) to develop a spiritual service of worship in academic life, personal life, and local church ministries.
We believe the personal growth and communal ministry are an integral part of a student’s development at CBS. Thus, we prepared this course to reflect CBS’ commitment to improving student learning under the Quality Enhancement Plan of the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, by which CBS is accredited as an institution of higher education.
We want everyone to celebrate with us! Over the next several weeks you will see information regarding the QEP displayed on bulletin boards, in classrooms, the library, offices, and new student discipleship center. That’s not all! We will be distributing QEP T-shirts, pens, and bookmarkers to our faculty, staff and students beginning today and over the next few weeks. Here’s the schedule for distribution of t-shirts this week:
Tuesday, September 12th
Wednesday, September 13th
Thursday, September 14th
We will have a table setup in the atrium on Tuesday and Thursday. If you miss receiving a shirt during the above distribution times please feel free to stop by the student services offices and we will be happy to provide you with a shirt. Thanks in advance for sharing in this exciting celebration with us. Wear Your QEP T-shirt proudly!
Many blessings,
CBS QEP Committee
Due to the financial hardship I experienced as a result of the hurricane and flooding is there any financial assistance available for CBS students enrolled for the fall 2017 semester?
We are aware and are grieved that many of our students and their families have been dramatically impacted by Hurricane Harvey and the subsequent flooding. If you are one of these students, you can submit an application request to potentially increase your financial aid or apply for an emergency scholarship. Go to http://cbshouston.edu/harvey to obtain additional information and access the application. Students will be contacted as soon as possible after their application is received and reviewed.
Will the Deadline for Withdrawals Be Extended?
The deadline for withdrawal with a 100% refund for session 1 of the fall semester has been extended to Tuesday, September 12.
The deadlines for 70% and 30% refunds have also been extended an additional week from the original respective deadlines. See the New Deadlines for Enrollment, Financial Aid, Etc. below.
We encourage any student considering withdrawal to contact [email protected] prior to taking such action. We are committed to working with students during this difficult time as they transition back to school.
What are the New Deadlines for Enrollment, Financial Aid, Etc.?
New Deadlines and Due Dates Are:
If your financial aid is still being processed the financial aid staff will contact you with a decision or an update as soon as possible. If you need to complete your MyFA portal for the fall semester, it is not too late. Please click here and log in using your Sonis Student ID and password or create a new account.
What if I need create a payment plan or need additional time to pay my tuition?
If you need additional time to pay your tuition, please send an email to [email protected]. We will respond to your email when the college reopens and will work with you to protect your classes from being dropped.
Will the Semester Be Extended?
The first online session was extended one week. All other classes are at the discretion of the faculty. Some can cover the material without adding make up days, others may wish to add time to each class session, while others may add week(s) to their classes. Professors have been instructed to provide maximum flexibility to students and to discuss how missed classes will be made up on the first day of class. If a student needs an extension on an assignment as a result of circumstances related to Hurricane Harvey, please email the professor and copy Dr. Joseph Parle the CBS Academic Dean at [email protected].
What Facilities Will Be Open This Weekend to CBS Students?
All CBS departments will resume operations when we reopen September 5, 2017
What Can Students Do if They Are Unable to Return for Scheduled Reopening?
We understand the considerable challenges some students may face in returning by Tuesday, Sept. 5, when classes resume. CBS is committed to making every accommodation that is realistically possible to allow these students to return and continue their studies at a slightly later date. Students who cannot return should contact their professor via email and copy Dr. Joe Parle, Vice President and Academic Dean at [email protected]cbshouston.edu, so we can determine what arrangements can be made. Include your full name, student ID number and a good contact number.
What is the status of Online and Distance Education?
Online and distance education classes will resume when CBS reopens on September 5. Please contact your professor if you have any specific questions regarding your course.
What are the Road Conditions Near College of Biblical Studies-Houston?
Thankfully, the College did not flood and all roads near the campus are accessible. To check road conditions or potential routes to get to campus, TranStar Houston has a real-time website at https://traffic.houstontranstar.org/layers
Other Questions
If you do not find the information you need in this FAQ, you can send an inquiry to [email protected].
