“I think there’s a resurgence in the importance of establishing a biblical foundation,” says Columbia Bible College (CBC) president Bryan Born. The Abbotsford, B.C., school’s first-year enrolment is up 10…
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At last Saturday’s commencement, Columbia cheered on our largest graduating class in our history: 136 students (49 BA grads, 34 diploma grads, and 53 certificate grads.) Among the Class of…
Columbia Bible College, Abbotsford, B.C., held its 79th commencement ceremony Apr. 18, 2015, at Abbotsford (B.C.) Pentecostal Assembly, awarding a total of 100 diplomas and certificates.
Compared to last year, Columbia Bible College, Abbotsford, B.C., reports encouraging results.
Abbotsford, B.C. Columbia Bible College held its 78th commencement ceremony Apr. 19, 2014, at Abbotsford (B.C.) Pentecostal Assembly. The 132 graduates comprised one of the largest graduating classes from…
The “gap year” – when a young person takes time to travel and experience new things during the period between graduating high school and starting university – has been an established rite of passage…
I consider peace and nonviolence a central part of what it means to follow the way of Jesus. I don’t hold this belief lightly, and I realize how complex it can…
An Abbotsford church’s project to provide more ministry spaces for its own activities has simultaneously satisfied another set of needs, worldwide in scope. This month, MB Mission moves into administrative…
An interview with Bryan Born, president, Columbia Bible College Photos:Myra Lightheart Bryan Born brings a holistic view of Bible education and discipleship to his new position as president of…
Abbotsford, B.C. Delegates to Columbia Bible College’s annual general meeting Oct. 11 unanimously endorsed the nomination of Bryan Born to become its newest President. Born will assume the presidency on…
Students, not capital projects, are on the minds of Abbotsford, B.C.’s Columbia Bible College leadership this year. At the 2012 fundraising dinner, held at the college Oct. 27, guests were…
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Schools & agencies celebrate growth, innovation, new faces at Gathering 2012
by Karla BraunAuthor: Karla Braun
Mennonite Brethren Biblical Seminary (MBBS) Canada is “ours” – a new school for a new age; “no longer a place, but a presence,” says president Bruce Guenther. The seminary serves the conference by educating and equipping leaders… Bryan Born, professor and director of intercultural studies, has been recommended to succeed Ron Penner as president of Columbia Bible College, Abbotsford, B.C.
Columbia Bible College, Abbotsford, B.C., celebrated the 2012 commencement ceremony Apr. 21 at Northview Community (MB) Church, Abbotsford, B.C., awarding 54 certificates, 45 diplomas, and 50 bachelor degrees. Joanne Pepper, dean, Canadian Pentecostal Seminary, delivered the commencement address, A Missional Life.
Redekop Hall at Abbotsford, B.C.’s Columbia Bible College officially opened Jan. 15. The $3.5-million dormitory is fully paid for, thanks to a $1-million lead gift from the extended family of Jakob and Maria Redekop, and contributions from more than 250 other donors. Some contributors, including members of nearby King Road MB Church, gave time and expertise to the construction.