AFLBS. Association Free Lutheran Bible School EXPERIENCE AFLBS

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1 AFLBS Association Free Lutheran Bible School EXPERIENCE AFLBS

2 aflbs FAST FACTS Est.1966 Faithfully Teaching the WORD 800+ Hrs in the WORD 2 Year Bible School 120+ STUDENTS Small enough to know everyone Grow in Relationship with GOD and OTHERS 74% of SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS have received scholarships COST= ABOUT $10,000 Tuition+Room+Board 1:8 Teacher/Student RATIO

3 This is AFLBS

4 Aflbs believes and teaches that the bible is 100% true. All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. 2 Timothy 3:16-17

5 Our Mission is to establish students in the eternal and inerrant Word of GOD for a life of faith in Jesus Christ and faithful service in His kingdom.

6 I have been greatly blessed by the classes at AFLBS. By studying the Word daily I have gained a better understanding of who God is and His incredible love for me. - Daniel Korhonen

7 1st Year Classes Required: Bible Orientation/John Pentateuch Bible Doctrine I & II Worship & Music of the Church Principles of Congregational Life Intro to Missions Evangelism & Discipleship Acts/Prison Letters Historical Books Romans/Galatians 2nd Year Classes Required: Major Prophets Synoptic Gospels Pastoral Letters Bible Doctrine III & IV Missions Perspectives Minor Prophets Church History I & II Christian Education Revelation courses offered Electives Intro to Youth Ministry Intro to Media Ministry Urban Ministry I & II Hebrews/James Prayer I Intro to Cross Cultural Ministry General Epistles Relationships & Marriage Intro to Family Ministry Intro to Video Ministry Intro to Preaching Disciplines of a Godly Woman Children s Ministry Comparative Religions Poetical Books Youth Ministry Methods of Jesus Growing a Healthy Youth Ministry Biblical Worldview Cults & Isms Yearbook Proclaim Choir Concert Choir Gospel Teams Symphonic Wind Ensemble Dynamics of Serving Within a Living Congregation

8 From eight to noon each day, you ll experience in-depth teaching and thought-provoking discussions centered around Scripture. With the Bible as your main textbook, you ll learn and apply truths from the Word of God. Enjoy many Old and New Testament classes along with topics in church history, evangelism, discipleship, missions, youth ministry, and Christian service. teaching THE WORD

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10 Outside the classroom, you ll have endless opportunities to put what you learn into practice. Join one of the choirs or gospel teams, get involved with an inner-city ministry, or volunteer at a local congregation with kid s club or youth group. Discover your gifts. Learn to serve Jesus. training servants

11 transforming LIVES Community life at AFLBS is Christ-centered, refreshing, and authentic. Build friendships and grow together through chapel services, evening dorm devotions, personal mentoring, and life-on-life discipleship.

12 GOSPEL TEAMS Gospel Teams minister during the school year at church services, nursing homes, youth events, children s activities, urban and cross-cultural ministry. SUMMER TEAMS Summer ministry teams tour the U.S. for ten weeks teaching Vacation Bible School, serving at summer camps, and performing music concerts.

13 athletics AFLBS participates in men s and women s intercollegiate basketball, a co-ed city soccer league, and intramural softball.

14 active faith Equipped A Rock Solid Foundation for Life!

15 beyond aflbs Darwin Paccha attended seminary after AFLBS. He is the youth pastor at Paz de Dios and oversees Alétheia Bible School in Ecuador. Kirsten is a homemaker and teacher to their two sons. "AFLBS encouraged us to grow spiritually by knowing Christ personally through His Word." Elise Hylden received her degree in fine art. She is now writing and illustrating children's books. " AFLBS taught me there s nothing I can do to make Christ love me more." Dr. Duane Strand specializes in internal medicine and is an avid photographer. "The most important years were the two years I studied at AFLBS. Those years provided me with a foundation for my faith in Jesus Christ to stand firm in times of trials." ALUMNI Rachel Rumohr was a parish builder for four years. She currently works at a chiropractic office and is a new mom. " AFLBS is a fun, challenging, God-centered two years well spent."

16 MINNEAPOLIS, mn LAKES & RIVERS RECREATIONAL PARKS BIKE & WALKING TRAILS SKIING & sledding ICE SKATING MALL OF AMERICA Live THEATRES GREAT RESTAURANTS MUSEUMS & Art Galleries Professional SPORTs TEAMS World Class ORCHESTRAS

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18 COST COMPARISON Tuition+Room+Board aflbs TOTAL = approx. $10,000 Twin Cities Christian Universities $26,400 to $42,430 aflbs

19 aflbs next steps Start Your Adventure Attend Campus Days or Preview Event in the Fall or Spring Set up a personal campus visit. Attend classes. Take a tour. See AFLBS for yourself! Create your own visit or register for an event at aflbs.org/visit. APPLY NOW! You may either... Apply online at aflbs.org Request an application packet Download application materials at aflbs.org/apply AFLBS is a member of the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and School (TRACS), having been awarded Candidate Status as a Category III institution by the TRACS Accreditation Commission. Apply Early Applications postmarked by December 1st, pay no application fee and receive a free sweatshirt! Applications postmarked by February 1st, pay no application fee and receive a free t-shirt! CONTACT US! aflbs@aflc.org Follow us on Facebook for the latest events! facebook.com/aflbs.org Watch the latest AFLBS videos at: vimeo.com/aflbs

20 life every day Not everyday life. Association Free Lutheran Bible School 3134 E Medicine Lake Boulevard, Plymouth MN aflbs.org - aflbs@aflc.org - Phone: