ABTS is teaching thoroughly the words of God to Myanmar people. ('05 Grad)
I learned very much from the examples and experiences of the lecturers -- and it clarified my theological thinking and my commitment to Christ's mission. (Indonesian Graduate '05)
The ABTS program has been a perfect fit for our ministry in Korea. By taking only 1-2 courses per year, it enables us to keep fresh and growing while doing ministry. ('05 Grad)
Prayer Requests
Personnel: please pray that the Lord of the Harvest would raise up the specific persons for ministry with ABTS that meet the criteria mentioned on the Personnel Needs pages. In addition, please pray for the following people who make up the current ABTS team.
Norm and Louise Barnard -- Norm is Distinguished International Professor of Educational Ministries and Louise is our Assessment and Curriculum specialist, as well as being in charge of Administrative Services. The Barnards have five adult children and several grandchildren.
Jim and Karen Blumenstock -- Jim is Assistant Professor of Philosophical and Historical Theology. The Blumenstocks are parents of their daughter, Ella. Pray for the successful adoption of a second child.
Tim and Charlene Miskimen -- Tim is Assistant Professor of Systematic Theology and Charlene home schools their three children. The Miskimens are currently on Pre-field Ministry, hoping to arrive in Singapore in early 2008. For information about how to support the Miskimens, please contact ABWE (PO Box 8585, Harrisburg, PA 17105--8585), or the Singapore office.
Andy and Deanna Pasma -- Andy functions as the Director of Business Affairs for ABTS, and Instructor in English Bible, teaching Old Testament Biblical Theology. The Pasmas have two daughters, one in college in the US and one here with them in Singapore.
Bob and Esther Rapa -- Bob is the Dean of ABTS and Professor of New Testament. Esther works with Admissions and Student Services. The Rapas have two adult children and one son with them here in Singapore.
Daron and Yunae Wilson -- Daron is Assistant Professor o
f New Testament and Yunae is interested in teaching some Old Testament courses in the midst of mothering the Wilson's two children. Daron and Yunae are currently on Pre-field Ministry. For information about supporting the Wilsons, please contact ABWE (PO Box 8585, Harrisburg, PA, 17105--8585), or the Singapore office.
General Operating Budget: please pray that God would continue to raise up funds for the operation of this vital ministry.
Ministry Opportunities in Local Churches: ABTS professors regularly preach in local churches, have Bible Conference and other ministries, and occasionally do special seminars for chuches or groups of Christians. Please pray for fruitful teaching and preaching ministries, and good relationships with local believers.