The studies at Newburgh are integral to authentic living in Christ. This is the most rewarding thing I have ever done 

Richard D. Hertsel,  Lead Pastor, Centre Avenue Church of God, Portage, Michigan

Brief Testimony About Christ and Newburgh Newburgh Thological Seminary & College of the Bible allowed me to be a bi-vocational pastor/truck driver and still study to show myself approved. Newburgh's flexible distance learning structure allowed me to be temporally employed about 60 hours a week, engaged as a pastor 24 hours a day (if you don't believe me ask any pastor), and improve my learning and skills which enable me to improve as a pastor. Ministry is both a calling and a craft. Thank you all for the time and effort you invested on my behalf. May we meet people in Heaven who get there because of some small encouragement received from us...and mostly because they accepted God's grace of Jesus Christ our Lord. I am considering continuing on in a Masters program just so my wife will have to call me, "Master!" Meet you in Heaven if not before!! Regards; Richard 

Name  Nollen Elzie, Sr   Current Ministry Info Pastor Zion Spring Baptist Church, and State Congress Director of General Progressive Baptist State Congress 
            

Through God’s grace, He called me to the ministry in 1977. I have served as a senior pastor for 34 years, and received a Bachelor of Theology Degree in 1984 from Mississippi Baptist Theological Seminary. However, working full time, rearing a family, and ministering for many years, I thought at the age of 59, reaching another level of Christian education was uncertain for me. Thanks to the professional staff and seminary professors at Newburgh Theological Seminary and College of the Bible for accepting me as a student in this great seminary. I am currently pursuing the Master of Arts in Pastoral Leadership Degree, which I hope to receive in June 2011. Without any doubt, I believe God led me to Newburgh Theological Seminary. Since then, my Christian education, knowledge, and wisdom of the Bible have broadened since entering NTS. The course studies are challenging, thought provoking, and encouraging. Thanks you so much for answering years of prayers in attaining this milestone in my ministry for God. You are truly a blessing sent from God! Nollen Elzie, Sr. (Current Student, M.A. Pastoral Leadership) Senior Pastor, Zion Spring Missionary Baptist Church, Okolona, Mississippi 

Temitope Ogunsakin 

 I lead a Mission based in Middle Georgia, USA named Panorhema Evangelical Ministries International(PEMI). We train Evangelists and Consult on Church Growth. Newburgh Theological Seminary is an institution committed to helping the building process of God's Kingdom. After graduating from Graduate School of Theology with a Masters in Missiology, I needed to complete my preparation for Missions and Evangelism work. NTS gave me a practical and affordable platform which helped me get my degree while working in the field in Middle Georgia, USA. Their courses helped me to understand as I learnt from practical examples and not theory. Their Faculty gave me timely and encouraging feedback which helped me navigate my Doctorate over a period of 2 years. I look forward to partnering with NTS as they go forward and higher in their work of edifying the Church of Jesus Christ, by giving men and women the opportunity to attend seminary and  answer their calling effectively 

Rev. Charles W. Townsend

 Dear NTS Staff,

Dear Dr. Mollette,

It was indeed a pleasure and an honor to meet you this past weekend at my graduation. NewburghTheological Seminary and College of the Bible has been such an enormous part of my life this past year as I was in the process of completing my Bachelor’s degree, that I am writing this letter with a two-fold purpose in mind. First, I am writing to thank you and your school for being the vessel that God has used in helping me to become all that He has intended for me to be. I never dreamed I would ever experience the pride and sense of accomplishment that I felt last weekend as I walked across that stage to receive my Bachelor of Arts degree in Biblical studies all for the glory of God. I realized that the abundant life Jesus speaks of in John 10:10 was for me, if I only walked in obedience and faithfulness to Him.

In Christ,  Lori Anne Wesley, Georgia
Here am I: send me (Isaiah 6:8) 
 _______________________________

I just want to praise God and thank him for what he is doing in my life and my family.  I am a current student at Newburgh and am slowly but surely working towards my Bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Leadership.  I want to thank Newburgh for allowing me to attend and to complete my studies within my time frame.  God has blessed me so much since I started attending this school.  My wife and I are now serving on the Staff at the Forks of Elkhorn Baptist Church in Midway, Ky. as Youth Ministers.  We are humbled and honored to be in this position.  We pray daily that God will use us to make a difference for his Kingdom!  Thank you so much again Newburgh for a school that is based upon Jesus Christ!  I am looking so forward to the day I can graduate.

- Gladwin Mathews
(June 2008 Graduate, Ph.D. Biblical Studies)
Founder - Advent Ministries (an independent ministry)
Church Elder at Southern Asia Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Maryland, Adult Sabbath School Teacher

 _______________________________

 “I serve as the Senior Pastor of Resurrection Christian Community Church on Hilton Head Island SC. Additionally I have two books published - the most recent being Decision Time... Real Results, Real Answers and Real Solutions for Christ Centered Living.”

 - Rev. Len Stubbs
(December 2009 Graduate, Master of Divinity)

 _______________________________

“Newburgh Theological Seminary is a great place with great people. Love them all. It’s a great place to start your higher education. I wish I had known about Newburgh Theological Seminary earlier.”

 - Pastor TC Brantley
(June 2009 Graduate, M.A.Pastoral Counseling and Theology)
Brantley is author of seven nationally-published books and a radio/television personality in the Connecticut area

____________________________________


“I believe that Christ, the only answer to salvation, has led me to Newburgh Theological Seminary to complete the studies that should have been done many years ago. I thank Him for giving me another opportunity.”

- Robert E. Crout
(Current Student, M.A. Biblical Studies)
Member, Board of Directors at Southern Methodist College
Southern Methodist Church Elder, Men’s Sunday School Teacher, Church Organist
 
________________________________

“By the grace of God, Jesus Christ has been a guide to me since I surrendered my life to Him. However, He gave wisdom to Newburgh Theological Seminary to open a school where others who want to serve the Lord can be trained so that they can reach out to others who are still wallowing in sin to be saved.”

- Benson Oparah
(Current Student, B.A. Ministry)
Deeper Life Bible Church, New Jersey, USA

___________________________________________ 
 “Jesus Christ, the Risen Lord renews my life everyday and the ministry I am in is His ministry of renewed life in the Risen Lord. I witness the Risen Lord in the lives of our congregation daily and every encounter is special. I thank the Lord for Newburgh Theological Seminary.”

- Thienkhojang T. Haokip
(Current Student, Ph.D. Christian Apologetics)
Pastor of Emmanuel Church in Houston, Texas
 
________________________________

"I am now teaching Bible as Literature at the University of Mary Washington with a strong emphasis on the Psalms. I am drawing from my PhD courses at Newburgh and also Leland Ryken’s handbook for Bible Lit. If you ever offer seminars in the Mid Atlantic region, I would love to teach a course on Bible Lit or one of the specific genres such as the Psalms as poetry or Job as drama.

Also in reference to my dissertation (2008) on the intertextuality of the Bible and the nonfiction genres of the dissenting English women of 17^thcentury, I have had a request from a scholar at Duke to share my research with him. He is now director of Baptist Heritage Studies at Duke but taught at Houston Baptist Univ. for 14 years. I also presented the “Jane Turner” portion (with some revisions) of my dissertation at the Conference on Christianity and Literature in October at HBU.

So as you can see, I am continuing my journey with Biblical Studies that began at Newburgh Theological Seminary.

 For Christian scholarship,

- Beverly McCullough Almond
(2008 Graduate, Ph.D. Biblical Studies)

________________________________

“Knowing Jesus has been the most personal and most valuable part of my life. Without it now, all my relationships are baseless, worthless and non-existent. My testimony is a statement of fact that God can save anyone. As regards Newburgh Theological Seminary, the Bible says that the steps of the righteous are ordered by the Lord. Indeed God has ordered my step to this great institution and I value its belief and integrity so highly. Although I have my first degree & Masters in Law from a secular institution, I must confess that Newburgh Seminary is totally in its own league, nothing can be compared to it and I will recommend it anytime, anywhere, to everyone that wants to study and learn what really matters.”

- Rev. Martins Batire
(Current Student, Ph.D. Pastoral Ministry)
Christ Miracle Evangelical Ministries International in Nigeria, West Africa with ministries in Nigeria and the United Kingdom

________________________________

“I accepted Christ as the head of my whole life and my family, my business, and my future. Newburgh Theological Seminary is the place where I could learn more about the uniqueness of Christ in my personal life and for the body of the Church.”

- Ronald Er
(Current Student, Th.D.)
Ministering in Myanmar

________________________________ 

“I am an associate minister at my church and I serve as Director of Youth and one of the Sunday school teachers. On Tuesdays, I teach the noon day Bible class and Sunday school to our seniors (seasoned saints)... So far it has been a struggle for me with all I have to do in the church and involvement with our local association, but with God's help I will complete my assignments. What a blessing it is for me to be a chosen one. I bless and thank God for saving and giving me His Word to share with others. Newburgh Theological Seminary is a blessing in that it has the systematic course of study necessary for personal growth and spiritual growth in order to serve and minister in the kingdom of God. I am thankful and blessed to have found such a wonderful school.”

- Rev. Sara Streeter-McRae
(Current Student, M.A. Christian Education)

________________________________

 “After 10 years of senior pastoral work the Lord has given me the opportunity to do iterim pastoral work at at local church. This has allowed me to finish up my seminary degree and futher my education. Praise God for His goodness. I trusted Christ as my Savior when I was 9 years old. At 26 I rededicated my life to Christ and began to earnestly seek God’s will. On July 28, 1996 I surrendered to His call on my life. For the next several years I tried to serve in ministry and continue my education.This was very difficult considering the demands of many schools, the demands of ministry and the demands of raising a family. Newbugh has a program that will provide me with an education to help reach that next level of ministry... an education I can attain considering my family and work load. Thank you, Newburgh Theological Seminary.”

- Ken Osborne
(Current Student, B.A.Pastoral Leadership)
 
________________________________

 “I became a Christian later in life.  I was not only forgiven, but was called into the ministry. God also opened the door for me to attend Newburgh Theological Seminary to further my training. Since Jesus came into my life everything has changed. I have been blessed beyond words.”

- Bert A. Patterson, Jr.
(Current Student, Doctor of Ministry)
Senior Pastor, Friendship Christian Church in Frankfort, KY 

_____________________________________
 

“Our ministry continues to expand throughout the eastern United States. Lord willin' we're moving to NC next year, so we can be more centrally located. This will put me 10-15 hours from the Northeastern corridor, 10-15 from FL and five hours from KY where I was raised. Go to our website at countryroadministries.com and click on the ministries page to see a listing of what I do.

The Lord has also encouraged me to continue to write about the things I have taught over the last 25 years. I am a member of the Christian Care Network with The American Association of Christian Counselors and am on call 24/7. Pray for me especially late at night and early in the morning, when my calls are most urgent. Thank you.

Since graduating from Newburgh Seminary, this program, providentially, has given me the opportunity to "do God's will" in this area of my life. I'm also thankful to Newburgh for having a flexible program in and of itself. With the nature of my ministry, in addition to all my other responsibilities, I would never have been able to pursue graduate work on site.Such flexibility has allowed me to adjust my studies, my life or whatever,when the various crises occur in my ministry, for which I am equally grateful.”

- Mark A. Rains, AB, MDiv., BCPC
(Current Student, Ph.D. Christian Counseling)
Rains is Executive Director of Country Road Ministries, Inc, which reaches out to people in crisis and transition. He is currently writing a book about Mother Teresa of Calcutta for Carmelite Digest

 ___________________________________
 

"I am in the process of developing a ministry to ex-offenders who are out of prison. In addition when weather permits there are several of us who go to the pedestrian mall in Iowa City to do witnessing and we also set up a book table. I have a vision for a place where the Word of Truth is preached, a 1st Century Church in a 21st Century post-Christian nation.

I must confess that why God would choose human instruments to convey His life-giving message to express His own glory is beyond my understanding and is most surely hid in the mystery of the will and wisdom of God. Especially in my undeserving life, but what a high and holy calling God has placed on my life. Paul never started out to preach the gospel, and I can relate to that - neither did I. In fact, I did not want anything to do with Christianity at all; however, I did go to church.

My life hit rock bottom and as a result of my bad choices and rebellion against God I was incarcerated. Today, more than ever I realize how God in Christ came to save sinners. I love what John Newton said, "I am a great sinner, but Christ is a great Savior." God has revealed His glorious gospel and caused it to shine in my heart and to be able to stand and be a messenger of this glorious gospel is serious business. And as someone has said so well, "It is deadly business."

- Dennis E. Becher
(Current Student, B.A. Ministry)
_____________________________________
  

“Wonderful is the Good News of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ who came to redeem us from the shackle of Satan. Wonderful also to find such a great institution as Newburgh Theological Seminary where horizons can be expanded for equipping and perfecting the saints for the work of the ministry.”

- Tim Ogunyale
(Current Student, Doctor of Ministry)
Assistant Pastor, Church of Christ Ministry in London, England

_____________________________________
  

“I am currently slated to help in the program of Biblical studies of Saint Peter's Episcopal Church (my congregation). Thanks to the wonderful and accessible program of studies at Newburgh, I have the opportunity of studying God's Word in depth in a way which prepares me to share it more effectively with others.”

- John of the Trinity
(Current student, Ph. D. in Biblical Studies)
Saint Peter's Episcopal Church

_____________________________________
  

“Newburgh Seminary has allowed me to continue my studies and my development of Christ. 
I have been enriched with continued knowledge, which has saved my marriage.”

- Dr. Dyanne Mitchell-Williams
(2009 Graduate, Ph. D. Christian Counseling)
Heaven-N-Earth Outreach Ministry, Grants Consultant
 _____________________________________
   

“[I am] seeing God doing amazing things in people's lives and in my own. The focused reading and study with Newburgh Seminary has furthered my ability to lead well like Jesus.”
 

- Phil Wagler
(Current student, PhD Apologetics/Missions)
Lead Pastor, Kingsfield-Zurich Mennonite & Clinton churches, Huron County, ON

_____________________________________
  

 “I praise Christ Jesus every day of my life for the day I discovered Newburgh Theological Seminary.  Their guidance is straight to the point with Jesus Christ and Bible learning as their priority. NTS encourages learning wthout the hassle of time constraints. Praise God!  No hassle education!”

 - Douglas K. (Keith) Gibson
(Past graduate and current student, Doctor of Theology & Ph. D. Biblical Studies)
Sunday School Teacher and pulpit supply preaching, Assistant Music Director and  Assistant Organist/Pianist for Barberville Baptist Church, Waynesville, NC. Gibson is also a vocalist and musician for The Sanctuaries, a Southern Gospel singing group ministry.
_____________________________________
  

"With the help of my course of study at Newburgh Theological and College of the Bible, I am developing my future missions ministry in the Middle East. I hope to use the knowledge gained to
help provide Christian pilgrimage and archaeological tours in the Middle East, which in turn would help support a missionary thrust."

- Richard AuCoin
(Current student, Master of Arts in Biblical Archaeology)
Senior Pastor Lakes Region Vineyard Church in Laconia NH

_____________________________________
 

“Thank you for this opportunity to have time to give my ministry update. I am from Kenya, Africa and I was moved and inspired to be a part of your program. I am a pastor and minister to the church and also make disciples for Christ.”
 

- Pastor Anthony Khaemba
(Current student, Pastoral Discipleship and Church Planting studies)

_____________________________________

 “I have been drawn closer to the wisdom of God since I joined the Newburgh Theological Seminary. I am realizing my true calling. By His grace, I have been empowered to reach out to many people around me in different negative situations. I am going to Ghaha and Liberia shortly to meet some of my friends in the Lord Jesus, to [help] meet their needs. I am praying to the Lord for strength. I plan to attend a crusade, which will be an outreach for winning souls to Jesus and meet the needs of those who are spiritually poor and physically in need of help.

 I am praying God will guide me in this aim, to accomplish this mission to Africa. Glory be to God, to whom we do all good things. We pray through Jesus Christ, Amen.

 - Rev. Paul Chukwuka Oliver
(Current Student, Theology program)

 _____________________________________

“My wife (a nurse) and I have created a personal ministry for Christ we call "Reaching Out Ministries" in which, during our one month a year vacation back home to the Philippines, we conduct a week of prayer in a certain Adventist church to nurture the members, and at the same time we do medical and dental mission activities around the community to serve others.

I have completed my first PhD in Biblical Studies at Newburgh Theological Seminary, and I am finishing my second PhD in Biblical Archaeology. My deepest appreciation goes to Dr. Keith Wilhite for his kindness in guiding me through the process. Dr. Wilhite is a very kind person, and it is this kindness to students that keeps me with the Newburgh Theological Seminary. A lot of thanks to Dr. Wilhite.

- Emmanuel S. Sansano
(Graduate and current student, Biblical Studies and Biblical Archaeology)
Seventh-day Adventist Church in Pacifica, California
Pastoral staff member, board member, adult English Sabbath school class teacher and preacher

_____________________________________

“God is doing wonderful things here in Cle Elum.  We are doing baptisms again this Sunday.  We will have 20 for the year. Our attendance continues to grow and people are recommitting their lives to Christ. We aren't doing anything fancy, but I am preaching the Word and people are loving God and each other, and God is blessing." 

- Carlton W. Wilson
(Current student, Doctor of Philosophy in Biblical Preaching)
Senior Pastor at Cle Elum Community Church and Mt Pisgah Presbyterian Church

_____________________________________

 “Very exciting to be in on the ground level of a new church and much to be done for the Kingdom. I was divinely saved and healed in 1991. I have taught children's church in the 5th and 6th grade class for eleven years. I have also been a “gopher” for many years, just doing whatever is needed to help. It has been a desire of my heart to continue my formal education in ministry. I believe God supernaturally led me to Newburgh Theological Seminary I am so grateful for the online program.” 

- Joni Ekberg
(Current student, Masters of Divinity program)
Member of a newly started church, Living In His Presence Church
  _____________________________________

“My studies at Newburgh Theological Seminary have been refreshing and challenging. I appreciate the wonderful attitude of the support staff and faculty. This program has brought increased credibility to my ministry, and the sense of belonging to a community of believers that is essential for an independent ministry such as mine. Christ is everything to me.  The pursuit of souls and persuading of hearts and minds, turning them to the Cross, is my passion.  "Stat Crux"...the Cross remains when all else fails.”

- James E. Otis
(Graduate, Ph. D. Biblical Studies)
StandPoint Ministries (proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the middle Americans)

 _____________________________________
 

“I am really enjoying my studies with Newburgh Theological Seminary. Dr. Wilhite, especially, has been really helpful!”

 - Dr. James E Rimmer
(Current Student, Ph. D. Pastoral Ministry)
Pastor, Bethel Presbyterian Church Cranesville, PA
Certified Church Consultant, HelpToGrow Church Consulting

_____________________________________
 

”I am on the faculty of an International Leadership Training Institute and the host/director/producer of a television talk show. I accepted Christ as my Lord and Savior as a child and rededicated myself at the age of 26.” 

- Mrs. Nirmala Abraham
 (Current student, Ph.D. in Christian Counseling)
Host/director/producer of a Christian talk show called "Probe" on a Christian channel in India.

_____________________________________

“I thank God the Father for the gift of salvation that He gives me through His Son, Jesus Christ. I have been saved for 28 years now, and Christ is being good to me. I'm also fortunate to come across this great, fine and prestigious institution  - Newburgh Theological Seminary. I'm very proud to call Newburgh my leading school in Christian education. I'm certain that the education I'm about to receive from Newburgh is going to be phenomenal. I also think that Newburgh has a wonderful and knowledgable staff. Thanks, Newburgh! May God bless you all.”

- Ruben Ariste
(Current Student, Missions, Evangelism & Church Growth program)
Evangelist, lay person and church administrator for Haitian Church of God

_____________________________________

Taddeus Robinson, Graduated December,2010, Doctor of Theology
Church Elder, Church of God Int'l Community. Assigned to congregation on Long Island, NY
Study with Newburgh has greatly helped in my
understanding of Jesus Christ's sacrifice.

_____________________________________ 

Raul del Prado, Ph.D. in Biblical Preaching in Process
I am a free lanced catholic priest with no parish ( vagus)
but still ministering to some catholic families in sydney
Teaching about the Bible, Exegesis, Bible Study, prayer meetings,
saying the Holy Mass, counseling, also working as an assistant florist on weekdays
Opportunity to broaden my knowledge about the Bible and
deepen my faith and relationship with our Lord Jesus.

 _____________________________________ 

Gloria Kelsey Gilbert, M.A. Christian Counseling, June 2007
Director:  Shema Counselling Services - providing counselling services
to both non-church and church members of various denominations.
 _____________________________________ 

John F Samedi, Ph.D. in Christian Education in Process
"Sauver Un Enfant", A non-profit organization formed by me after the earthquaque in Haiti. Mission: Saving the next generation through education.
Teaching and pastoring in Brooklyn, New York
Newburgh Seminary is the building whose foundation is Christ.

 _____________________________________ 

Rick Fouts, B.A. Theology, July 2010
Pastor at Northside Pentecostal Church, Fairfield, IL
President of Fairfield Area MInisterial Allinace working with 37 churches
of various denominations. My calling is to be a minister to ministers. 
In that capacity we assist in paperwork requirements to help in church planting.
I also restore pianos and offer pianos to churches at substantial savings.
Future plans for Master's and Doctoral Programs.
I accepted Christ as a child in 1973.  I was called to preach in 1982. 
In 2000 I received a miracle of healing for Multiple Sclerosis. 
In 2002 I traded in my career to go into the ministry full time.
In 2009 I was led to Newburgh Theological Seminary to begin my studies.

 _____________________________________ 

Dr. Timothy White, June 2008 Graduate Biblical Studies
Senior Pastor Lima First Missionary Church;Member District Executive Board, Bylaws Committee, Church Planting Committee
I have matured more in Christ through my studies at Newburgh Theological Seminary.
An advisor was always there to promptly guide and assist me through
my course work and even through a personal issue that I was facing in ministry.

Thank God for all of the fine folks at Newburgh.

 _____________________________________ 

Jeff Campbell, Ph.D. Biblical Studies, July 2010
Current Ministry Info Interim Pastor, Bible teacher, and Counseling ministry
 _____________________________________ 

Joe Parramore, M.Div., December 2010
I currently serve as a member of the Ministry Staff with Potters House International Fellowship of Tampa, Florida.  I also serve as the Executive Director of Positive Health Initiative Florida,
a Faith Based Holistic Health Ministry.
My encounter with Newburgh is relatively new and I am certainly excited about the journey.
Even after having been in ministry most of my life,
I find that God's amazing grace never ceases to astound me

 _____________________________________ 

Dorothy Leary, M.Ministry, December 2009
Executive Pastor
I have been led  by God to futher my education at Newburgh Theological Seminary,
and I give God the glory, and honor that I have truly learned so much thanks to the
wonderful experience at Newburgh which has enabled me to gain more insight
into the leadership, counseling, fellowship, maturity in theknowledge of Christ, the Gospels, and Me. Newburgh is a great learning institution. The professors are great.

_____________________________________  

R. Keith Davis, Ph.D. Christian Counseling, July 2010
 R. Keith Davis is the founder and director of
The Center for Biblical Counseling and Spiritual Resource in Grand Island, Nebraska.
He and his wife Kathy work as a husband/wife team to bring a unique perspective in
working with couples to strengthen and breathe new life into their marriages.
Because of their experience of over 35 years in pastoral minstry, they also
specialize in working with pastoral couples who are facing transition, burnout, stress,
trauma or any number of other issues.
The programs of study I have completed with Newburgh Theological Seminary
 were very helpful as I pursue ministry and vocation in Christian Counseling. I was more
than pleasantly surprised at how much I learned; this experience has been
extremely valuable for me.

 _____________________________________ 

John A. Sturley, Ph.D. in Process
Principal of a K through 12 Christian School;
Pastor of a church getting back on its feet.
I have found the Newburgh program
very thought provoking. I have greatly liked the course material and feel
I have learned a lot. It has helped me grow closer to Christ and expand
my understanding and awareness of various issues.

_____________________________________  

 Please note: We can only furnish contact info upon permission. Most NTS students
and graduates are great about talking to prospective
students. However, we cannot display email. telephone numbers
etc to the thousands who visit our site.

 _____________________________________ 

 _____________________________________ 

Earning my Masters and Doctorate at NTS was very rewarding. The curriculum, as well as the experience has helped me to grow. The required writing seemed a bit tedious at times, but in the long run was very beneficial. Writing our thoughts leads to a deeper and broader sense of understanding. NTS provides a low cost and relevant education. I am very satisfied with my personal investment.

Thanks again,

Dan Rogers D.Min.

 _____________________________________ 

 _____________________________________ 

I am grateful for the opportunity that Newburgh Theological Seminary has given me to study for and receive a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Pastoral Leadership. The courses have been interesting and enlightening. I will  be able to use this information as I continue in my service to God and to the congregation at First Christian Church in Savannah, Georgia. 

Thank you for your words of encouragement and personal attention to my studies. I have found that the entire staff at Newburgh Theological Seminary have been very kind and professional. I will highly recommend this course of study to others. 

I plan to pursue the Master of Arts in Biblical studies this spring. I am looking forward to meeting you in person at the 2009 Graduation services. 

Sincerely yours, 

Gary D. Cubbedge, Pastor
First Christian Church, Savannah, Georgia

_____________________________________

 Since graduating with my PhD in 2005, outside of traveling and speaking, I've been mostly writing and publishing.
 
Since graduation, some of the other places I've been published include Boys Life magazine, Brio magazine, Breakaway magazine, and I've enjoyed writing for numerous other businesses and ministries around the country...I would like to add that I am a regular sports columnist for a professional ice hockey team and a professional basketball team!
 
I am currently working on two novels -
 
- one for Focus on the Family Publishers, a devotional for parents of teens.
- another is a novel based on the true life of a former Drug Enforcement Agency undercover agent who is a Christian.

Respectfully,
 
Brad Zockoll, Knoxville TN

  _____________________________________ 

_____________________________________  

As Christians we testify that our Holy Scriptures are our only rule of faith and the only foundation upon which we can build a true education. A true and faithful communication of the Gospel requires a proper understanding of the Bible-message. Communication is a matter of participation. One of the challenges of participation is to ask the questions to which the Gospel gives the answer. In an attempt to solve my inability to do so, I began to study for a Master degree in Theology.

In bite-sized sections, Newburgh Theological Seminary, invited me to marvel at the Lord’s masterful logic, and guided me to ask the questions to which Christianity provides the answers. For the last two years my contacts with the president of Newburgh Glenn Mollette and my mentor Brent Largent, have been most edifying.

In Christ,

Willem P. Oskam, Netherlands

  _____________________________________  

Michael A. Thompson comleted his Ph.D. in Church History. "I have thoroughly enjoyed this opportunity to complete my studies through Newburgh Theological Seminary. I am particularly thankful for: (1) your personal assistance in helping me set up this very individual, personalized program; (2) your assistance in providing the necessary documentation to be able to study and complete much of the research for this dissertation at the Regent's Park College Library at Oxford; and (3) the opportunity to study at the advanced level in a "European post-graduate style" that is exactly what I desired when I was searching for an institution of higher learning. I will continue to recommend NTS to all my colleagues and friends. Thank you for your personal support and for the assistance of the NTS staff." Michael A. Thompson Teaching elder at Grace Reformed Baptist Church (an SBC church) in Kingwood, Texas (a suburb of Houston, Texas)

Since completing a Doctorate in Biblical Studies in the spring of 2005 I have received an appointment as Director of Rural Education for the Department of Education in the Canadian Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. I also Pastor New Life Christian Centre in CLarenville, Newfoundland. Albert Trask Ph.D. Director of Rural Education Department of Education 709-466-3401 ext 241 - Clarenville 709-729-7140 West Block, St. John's Email - alberttrask@gov.nl.ca

_____________________________________ 

From John H. Blackman, Jr. Counselor The University of Alabama at Birmingham Newburgh Theological Seminary will work with you in planning your seminary education. God has called you into His service. Perhaps that calling is clear to you and sharply focused. Perhaps God is continuing to reveal His calling and challenging you to accept His guidance. Newburgh will give you the individual attention you need to plan your degree program, to complete your studies, to earn your degree and to put your talents to work for your calling. Currently I am finishing my dissertation for a Ph.D. in Christian Counseling. I have earned degrees in traditional college and seminary settings and have had wonderful professors along the way. Newburgh's administration and faculty are as excellent as any I have known. The two accelerated seminars I attended were taught by President Mollette, Dr. Christmas and Dr. Dunaway. These men are dedicated and compassionate Christian scholars. They are also preachers, pastors and administrators. They have taught, listened, and worked with me all along the way. Let them and others at Newburgh do the same for you. John H. Blackman, Jr.

_____________________________________ 

Robert P. Fulton Gallipolis , Ohio 45631 Dear Friends , I just completed an M.A. in Christian Counseling. I must say that my experience with Newburgh was rich and rewarding. I feel that my skills in pastoral counseling have greatly improved . I feel that I am much better equiped to serve Christ than I was before the program. I highly recommend Newburgh Theological Seminary to everyone seeking to learn and improve their skills in serving Jesus Christ. Blessings! Robert P. Fulton B.S ; M.Div. ; D.Min.; M.A.

Robert P. Fulton, Bobandnina21@aol.com
179 State Route 218
Gallipolis , Ohio

_____________________________________ 

 
Now that I'm halfway through my first course on Effective Biblical Counseling, the information has given me a fresh insight into how and why people act, but most importantly, is giving me a better understanding of my 15-year old son with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
 
In the week since starting this program, I have almost overnight changed how I respond to him when the OCD and anxiety affects his behavior.  There is no doubt in my mind that having a child with these problems, (1) helps me better help him, (2) gives me an insider's look of living with this condition, and (3) knowing that God can use my degree and personal experience to minister to others.
 
All thanks and praise to the Lord for bringing us together, and giving me the desire to pursue this area of study.  My excitement how God can use me for His glory, is a strong motivator to finish the Master's degree and then jump into the PhD program.
 
I've already come up with ideas for the doctoral dissertation and outlining details of what my vision is for putting this knowledge to use.
 
Faithfully in Christ,
Ralph Bach
Delaware, OH

 _____________________________________ 

G.R. Ricky Gray, Doctor of Ministry  (Class of 2006)
Pastor, Flowood Baptist Church
Flowood, MIssissippi

 In II KINGS 19:16 the prophet Elijah is told by the LORD to go and anoint his successor, Elisha, who lived in Abel-Meholah.  Abel-Meholah refers to a 'place of rejoicing.'  If I could encourage you to prayerfully and thoughtfully consider Newburgh Theological Seminary & College of the Bible as 'a place'  to further your educational studies, I'd do so 'excitedly!'  As a graduate of New Orleans Baptist Seminary (MRE,'74) and NTS (D.Min.,'06), I am confident you'll find at NTS an educational experience you'll forever appreciate.  I know I have, and I will yet return for additional studies.  Dr. Mollette and his staff offer the student sincere concern, helpful advice, and sound biblical studies for one's life and ministry.  If I can encourage you further in this quest, please feel free to contact me.  (RabRic21@bellsouth.net)

 _____________________________________ 

I have to tell you; the two seminars I attended in Bloomington, Illinois this past Thursday and Friday, led by Dr. Riley, were in a word: OUTSTANDING.

Dr. Riley, although encumbered by time restraints, gave us 3 days of material in 3 hours of time per class. I would have had to have read a half dozen books to garner the knowledge he was able to condense and disseminate in such a short time.

He was extremely well prepared, informative, interesting and fun to listen to. I appreciated his excitement and obvious love for the Lord and His work.

Dr. Riley was able to impart precisely what I was hoping to garner from him. He got right into the "nuts and bolts" the mechanics of Church planting and sermon preparation. I left the classes with solid practical information and more importantly...how to apply it.

This was definitely worth the trip and the time. Between Newburgh's program and method of instruction, the Holy Spirits guidance and inspiration, I am getting abundantly more than I ever hoped for. The Lord is blessing me tremendously and I am so excited to be a part of this.

Thank you all, In His Service,

Art HenSchen

 _____________________________________ 

After spending nearly seven years going to classes full and part time in a Bible college, I was a little skeptical of turning to distance learning. But after working with Newburgh and having Newburgh work very patiently with me I can honestly say earning a degree was an educational experience of the finest quality and depth. Thank you Newburgh!

J.Scott Hamilton Doctor of Ministry
Sixth Avenue Church of Christ
Huntington, WV

 _____________________________________  

Dr. Ramesh Deosarran, Ph.D.

"God called me to His ministry from a very tender age. As I grew older and matured I sensed His presence and awareness in a profound way. Belief in Christ does not make one less ambitious to strive for excellence. I already have a Th.B, M.Div. and a D.Min. Why do I need a Ph.D? It is my goal. If your goal is achievable, don't stop pursuing it. Newburgh Theological Seminary came to me at the appropriate time. Dr. Mollette and NTS guided my journey from start to finish. I am grateful to complete this doctorate in the NTS environment. My association with the academic professionals at NTS has changed me personally and professionally. The courses are well designed. They enriched my life and sharpened my counseling ability. My Christian walk is better because NTS gave me the opportunity to go a further step. It is my privilege to recommend NTS as a viable option in online education." -

Ramesh K. Deosarran Th.B, M.Div, D.Min; Ph.D.

_____________________________________  

"Newburgh Theological Seminary and College of the Bible is a great way to earn your degree at home. It is affordable to the average person, interdenominational and CHRIST - centered! The school is 21st century, relevant to your ministry, and completely helpful and caring.

I have had the privilege of meeting some of the professors and they are qualified, caring and cutting edge. I would recommend this school to any and all that are planning to get their degrees."

- Rev. John Voss
(Master of Biblical Studies)
Michigan, pastoring three churches 

_____________________________________ 

Dr. Nevalon Mitchell, Ph.D. graduated from Presbyterian Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky before coming to Newburgh to complete his Ph.D. degree. Dr. Mitchell is a published author and serves as one of America's leading chaplains at the Veterans hospital that has cared for some of America's most influential leaders from the neighboring Washington D.C area.

_____________________________________ 

"Being a full-time pastor means organizing responsibilities. My heart desires in every way to be with my flock and family and yet, I believe the call to ministry is a call to prepare.

Newburgh Theological Seminary and Newburgh College of the Bible has afforded me a way to study at a conservative, reputable seminary while not neglecting any of my duties as a pastor or husband.

The reading materials are excellent and the always helpful staff guides me through the melding of Christian knowledge and ministry know-how."

- T.J. Milam, M.Div. Ph.D. candidate, Indiana

 _____________________________________ 

"When I was looking for a seminary to continue my education, I was looking for affordability in tuition, a degree program that would benefit the local church, and most importantly, dedication to the truth of God's Word. At Newburgh Theological Seminary and Newburgh College of the Bible I found that and more!

My studies at Newburgh Theological Seminary were challenging academically, practical in application and very rewarding spiritually. The distance learning experience has been a real blesssing, to say the least. It provided me with the opportunity to meet my educational and ministry goals without having to travel to a campus.

Through Newburgh Seminary I was able to complete my Ph.D. in Biblical Studies without disrupting the church I pastor, by having to be away weeks at a time, or uprooting my family altogether. I believe that I am a better pastor, because of it."

In His Grip,
- Bruce Hayes, Ph.D. 

 _____________________________________ 

"I ran from God until I was twenty-six. After surrendering to the call of God to ministry, I felt God leading me to go back to school. That's when I found Newburgh Theological Seminary which allows me a full time job, family and an education. I'm grateful for an opportunity to get my degree online and serve through a Christ loving school and receive more knowledge through such wonderful studies."

- Ernie O' Bryan,  Tennessee

_____________________________________ 

"Having attained a B.A. at California Baptist University and a Master of Divinity at Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary. I felt my academic journey had come to a close. I had neither the time, nor the desire, to invest another five years in order to pursue a Ph.D. Then I found Newburgh Theological Seminary.

First, I researched the men and women who comprised the administration and faculty. I was very impressed with their reputations and their backgrounds. Second, I examined the programs that were offered and found them to be credible and challenging. Thirdly, after much prayer, I called the school and spoke to Dr. Glenn Mollette, and was convinced this was the school that I was searching for.

I strongly believe there is a place in the academic world for a school like Newburgh Theological Seminary. Having uprooted my family and left ministries twice in order to be on a school campus has made me a proponent for distance learning. Newburgh Seminary will someday be viewed as the forerunner of distance learning and will be an example that other institutions will follow.

After completing my Ph.D. studies I can honestly say there was not  a day that I did not look forward to my studies, nor is there any regret in being a part of Newburgh Theological Seminary."

- Al Carpenter   BA; MDiv; Ph.D.

_____________________________________