PRBI Viewbook 2024

Peace River Bible Institute

At PRBI we value Christ above all things. We exist because of Him, are transformed into His image by His power, and depend on His provision for life and service. Our heartfelt desire is to glorify Him through the ministry of PRBI. Building on Christ as our foundation, we value:

Biblical Training

Empowered by the Holy Spirit, our task is to train you in the lifechanging principles of God’s Word so that wherever Christ leads you, you will be equipped to pass on those principles to others.

Authentic Relationships

You will experience a community where you are accepted, loved, and ministered to as a whole person. In community, we support and encourage one another in our shared goal of living for Christ.

Kingdom Service

Identifying, developing, and using the resources Christ has given you to offer effective kingdom service is your contribution to a broken and hurting world.

Strategic Partnerships

It is through strategic partnerships with Christ’s church locally and globally that your opportunity to impact the world is expanded and multiplied.

Student Outcomes

As you encounter Christ in the context of PRBI’s learning community, you will be invited to:

- nurture a healthy and ongoing relationship with Christ - pursue wholeness and holiness

- develop a biblically informed worldview

- acquire practical, relational, and ministry skills - enhance your ability to love the church and neighbour - discover a sense of your place in the church and the world

We look forward to welcoming you as a student!

Kim Cairns

Every student encountering Christ in ways that transform their life, energize their church, and impact their world.

FOUNDATIONS CERTIFICATE (1 year)

The Foundations Certificate (30 credits) is designed to give you a foundation of biblical understanding and ministry skills. It gives you an introduction to academics and discipleship, and helps ignite a passion for seeing God’s kingdom advance here on earth. Following successful completion of this certificate, you can seamlessly continue into any of the other two, three, or four-year programs. Visit www.prbi.edu/courses for course descriptions.

Bible and Theology (12 credits):

- Foundations of the Christian Faith (3)

- Hermeneutics (3)

- Life of Christ (3)

- Old Testament I (3)

Applied Studies (14 credits):

- Christian Life Development (3)

- Evangelism (3)

- Field Education (1)

- Intro to College Academics (1)

- Kingdom Service (3)

- Worldviews (3)

Undesignated Electives (4 credits)

REACH CERTIFICATE (1 year)

The Reach Certificate (32 credits) is designed to lead you into a deeper faith through study, personal application and practical hands-on experience that includes a one-month crosscultural mission experience* at the end of the school year. Following successful completion of this certificate, you can seamlessly continue into any of the other two, three, or four-year programs. Visit www.prbi.edu/courses for course descriptions.

Bible and Theology (12 credits):

- Foundations of the Christian Faith (3)

- Hermeneutics (3)

- Life of Christ (3)

- Old Testament I (3)

Applied Studies (16 credits):

- Christian Life Development (3)

- Evangelism (3)

- Field Education (1)

- Intro to College Academics (1)

- Kingdom Service (3)

- Worldviews (3)

- Reach Mission Practicum (2)

Undesignated Electives (4 credits)

*Availability of Cross Cultural mission experience will be dependent on student interest each year.

ASSOCIATE OF CHRISTIAN STUDIES (2 years)

Our two-year diploma (60 credits) is designed to enhance your general understanding of the Bible and to build basic skills in ministry. It will benefit those interested in lay ministry in the church as well as those who will go on to further education. It may also provide the basic training for some vocational ministries. Visit www.prbi.edu/courses for course descriptions.

Bible and Theology (15 credits):

- Christian Apologetics (3)

- Foundations of the Christian Faith (3)

- Hermeneutics (3)

- Life of Christ (3)

- Old Testament I (3)

Undesignated Electives (20 credits)

General Studies (3 credits):

- People Helping (3)

Applied Studies (22 credits):

- Intro to College Academics (1)

- Christian Life Development (3)

- Evangelism (3)

- Kingdom Service (3)

- Worldviews (3)

- Public Speaking (3)

- The Disciple-Making Process (3)

- Field Education (3)

BACHELOR OF BIBLICAL STUDIES (3 years)

The Bachelor of Biblical Studies degree is a three-year program (90 credits) designed to deepen your understanding of the Bible and equip you with practical skills for service in a variety of ministry contexts. In addition, the BBS provides an excellent foundation for pursuing further education and vocations. This program also provides increased opportunities for discipleship and leadership training. Visit www.prbi.edu/courses for course descriptions.

Bible and Theology (30 credits):

- Christian Apologetics (3)

- Foundations of the Christian Faith (3)

- Hermeneutics (3)

- Life of Christ (3)

- Old Testament I (3)

- Advanced Exegesis (3)

- New Testament World (3)

- One Systematic Theology course (3)

- One Old Testament course (3)

- One New Testament course (3)

Undesignated Electives (27 credits)

Applied Studies (27 credits):

- Intro to College Academics (1)

- Christian Life Development (3)

- Evangelism (3)

- Kingdom Service (3)

- Worldviews (3)

- Public Speaking (3)

- The Disciple-Making Process (3)

- Foundations of Leadership (3)

- Field Education (5)

General Studies (6 credits):

- People Helping (3)

- One Humanities elective (3)

BACHELOR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (4

years)

Our four-year degree (122 credits) is designed to prepare you for church leadership or vocational ministry. This program offers opportunities for advanced and hands-on training in discipleship, leadership, and ministry. BRE students can pursue specializations in a variety of ministries, such as Intercultural Ministries, Pastoral Ministries, Youth Ministries, or Worship Arts. Visit www.prbi.edu/courses for course descriptions. The following courses are applicable to all BRE degrees regardless of specialization:

Bible and Theology (42 credits):

- Christian Apologetics (3)

- Foundations of the Christian Faith (3)

- Hermeneutics (3)

- Life of Christ (3)

- Old Testament I (3)

- Advanced Exegesis (3)

- New Testament World (3)

- Ethics (3)

- Two Systematic Theology courses (6)

- Two Old Testament courses (6)

- Two New Testament courses (6)

Undesignated Electives (20-32 Credits)

General Studies (6 credits):

- People Helping (3)

- One Humanities elective (3)

Applied Studies (42 credits):

- Intro to College Academics (1)

- Christian Life Development (3)

- Evangelism (3)

- Kingdom Service (3)

- Worldviews (3)

- Public Speaking (3)

- The Disciple-Making Process (3)

- Foundations of Leadership (3)

- World Missions (3)

- Church History (3)

- Church Discipleship Strategies (3)

- Expository Preaching (3)

- Field Education (6)

- Internship (2) Generally completed between 3rd and 4th year

Specialization (Up to 12 credits)

PASTORAL MINISTRIES

MAJOR

The Pastoral Ministries Major is designed to prepare you for direct entry into pastoral ministry and is also a great preparation for seminary. This program will help you understand both the theory and practical aspects of church and pastoral ministry, as well as develop pastoral skills like discipleship, preaching, pastoral care and leadership. This program also has a Youth Pastor specialization for those interested.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC COURSES

- Greek Grammar I & II

- Pastoral Ministry

- Pastoral Ministry Specialized Studies

MINISTRY STUDIES

MAJOR

The Ministry Studies Major is designed to prepare you for a variety of church, para-church, and community ministries. This is a highly flexible program that allows you the freedom to choose courses within specific areas of ministry interest (including specialization tracks in youth, theology, or worship) while still providing a solid foundation of widely transferable skills and principles for both ministry and further education.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC COURSES

This major is designed for maximum flexibility. You may choose to focus on a specific area or specialization, or you may opt for a more general cross-section of courses.

INTERCULTURAL MINISTRIES MAJOR

The Intercultural Ministries Major is designed to prepare you to live and work in a cross-cultural setting, whether abroad or in your home country. You will grow in your awareness and appreciation of the global church in all its diversity, the importance of indigenous church leadership, and the role of cross-cultural missions. Additionally, you will develop skills in intercultural communication, evangelism and service that will equip you for effective ministry wherever God calls you.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC COURSES

- World Missions

- Contemporary Issues in Missions

- Intercultural Ministries Specialized Study

- Cross-Cultural Internship

FAITH BASED ADDICTIONS TREATMENT TRACK

I n cooperation with Rising Above Ministries, we have developed a track designed to equip you to help others break free of cycles of defeat. This 10-credit program is available both as a stand-alone certificate (for qualified students) and as a major for BRE students. Typically, we offer one 2-credit course per semester (not including internship).

A DAY IN THE LIFE

DORM LIFE at PRBI is where lasting friendships are established.

CHAPEL is a time set aside to connect for formal discipleship, through worship, prayer and the Word.

FIELD EDUCATION provides you with opportunities to broaden your perspective and experience in ministries.

PRACTICAL WORK EXPERIENCE (PWE) is where each student serves to offset Room & Board costs through specific assigned tasks.

COMMUNITY LIFE GROUPS are times set aside for bonding, serving and encouraging one another.

DISCIPLESHIP GROUPS meet weekly to build into each other and talk about real life and the Bible.

CAMPUS EVENTS include intramural sports, school spirit days and evening and weekend events.

PERFORMING ARTS TEAMS offer you an opportunity during the year to use your gifts in music and drama.

MEALS are served in the dining hall where students eat together. Meals follow the Canada Food Guide.

ATHLETICS at PRBI offers you the opportunity to play recreational sports. Our gymnasium and Fitness Centre are great places to exercise and play.

MARRIED ACCOMMODATIONS are unfurnished 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with five appliances. Email landlord@prbi.edu for more info.

HOW TO APPLY

APPLY TODAY IN 3 EASY STEPS

1. Visit www.prbi.edu/apply and fill out the application.

2. Access your high school transcripts and/ or any post-secondary transcripts and upload them to your application or have them mailed to PRBI.

3. Ask your references to complete the online reference form for you.

ADMISSIONS POLICY

You must be at least 17 years of age by April 30 of the year for which you are enrolling. A provincial high school diploma or equivalent is necessary for admission to PRBI since the various courses of study are designed to meet an undergraduate college level of proficiency in academics.

Visit www.prbi.edu/AdmissionsPolicy for more information about our mature student policy, International student policy, transfer student policy and homeschool policy.

If you have any questions, please contact us at admissions@prbi.edu or call 1-780-568-3962.

HOME SCHOOL INFO

PRBI welcomes homeschooled students, in fact, one in every five PRBI students come from a homeschooling background! We will accommodate homeschooled students who do not have a diploma but can fulfill our additional homeschool admissions requirements.

For home school students without a diploma, complete the online application as per the previous page. When you are asked to upload transcripts, simply upload any recent academic records to your application.

Once you have completed your application, you may be asked to submit:

1. An academic profile which includes high school course listings, corresponding grades, and the curriculum used.

2. A letter of completion from your homeshool association.

3. A sample essay from your grade 12 year.

LOCATION

PRBI is nestled in the heart of the picturesque Peace Country, rich in agriculture and oil. Located in Sexsmith, Alberta, PRBI is 20 kilometres north of Grande Prairie, the largest city north of the Edmonton area. Grande Prairie is able to provide many highpaying employment opportunities during both the school year and summer months.

SEXSMITH boasts a variety of amenities complete with a paved walking/biking path, outdoor rink, indoor rink, BMX and skateboard park, splash park, health and dental clinic, health food store, fitness club, tennis courts, baseball fields, four local restaurants, and a Subway.

GRANDE PRAIRIE services 250,000 people and is only a fifteen minute drive from campus, offering you the convenience of an assortment of shopping centres, restaurants, and businesses. These include a movie theatre, Eastlink Recreation Centre, Muskoseepi Park and a variety of coffee shops.

Grande Prairie

PRBI - SEXSMITH, AB

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