Excellence in Christian Higher Education Founded 1999 American Evangelical Bible College and Seminary Dear Prospective Student, Warmest greetings to you in the name of our Lord, Jesus and welcome to the American Evangelical Bible College and Seminary! The American Evangelical Bible College and Seminary (AEBC) is an independent study institution of Christian higher learning, based on fundamental Biblical principles. Our mission is to help you become professionally trained and equipped to better serve our Lord and to minister to the needs of His people. It is expected that your desire is to know our Lord Jesus Christ more intimately so that you may follow Him more closely and serve Him more faithfully. 2 Timothy 2:15 tells us, Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. American Evangelical Bible College and Seminary P.O. Box 47312 Indianapolis, IN 46247-0312 U.S.A. Administration Office (all correspondence) AEBC 5337 132 nd Lane Savage, MN 55378 Telephone: (317) 788-9280 Email: aebcoffice@yahoo.com Website: www.aeccministries.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 Articles of Faith AEBC Structure Approach to Program of Study Page 2 Program Offerings Admission Matriculation Page 3 Tuition, Fees, Scholarships Payment Page 4 Additional Information Page 5 Courses: Certificate Programs Christian Worker Certificate Program Page 6 Pastoral Certificate Program Page 7 Courses: Degree Programs Associate of Arts in Ministry (A.Min.) Program Page 8 Bachelor of Arts in Theology (B.Th.) Program Page 9 Master of Arts in Divinity (M.Div.) Program Page 11 Enrollment Form
Articles of Faith The American Evangelical Bible College and Seminary is a wholly owned and operated Christian educational ministry of the American Evangelical Christian Churches (an internationally recognized Christian denomination); and therefore subscribes to the same Articles of Faith: 1. The Holy Bible as the infallible, written Word of God. 2. The God of Creation Whom manifests Himself in three personalities: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. 3. The virgin birth of Jesus, the Christ. 4. The Deity of Jesus, the Christ. 5. The salvation of sinners by faith through the atoning death and resurrection of Jesus, the Christ. 6. The guidance of our lives through prayer to the Father, through Jesus, the Christ, in the power of the Holy Spirit. 7. The visible return and eternal reign of the Savior, Jesus, the Christ. AEBC Structure The American Evangelical Bible College and Seminary is neither a professional school nor a college of liberal arts. It is an independent Christian Bible college based upon fundamental Biblical principles. Strictly interdenominational, the AEBC strives to be evangelical in character. Ministers, Chaplains, Christian Workers, Religious Education Directors, Teachers, Missionaries, Worship Leaders and Youth Ministers from many denominational backgrounds have found the academic principles presented to be invaluable in their field of ministry. The AEBC chooses to remain free from outside control and open to the leading of the Holy Spirit as an independent, religious institution specializing in Christian Biblical studies. As such, we do not seek accreditation through any agency approved through the U.S. Department of Education. Approach to Program of Study AEBC s off-campus studies provide the student with the opportunity to complete a high quality and affordable program of Christian higher learning from the comfort and ease of their own home. 1.
The advantages of distance learning are unlimited. You may study in your own home without having to discontinue employment or having to relocate to a distant campus site. The student studies at his/her own pace. Courses are taken one at a time in contrast to on-campus programs where several courses are taken simultaneously. This allows the student to fully digest the contents of each course before starting another program of study. Program Offerings As a student, you may enroll in any course you wish to take without having to enroll in an entire certificate or degree program. The AEBC offers two certificate programs and three degree programs: Christian Worker Certificate, Pastoral Certificate, Associate of Arts in Ministry (A. Min.), Bachelor of Arts in Theology (B.Th.) and seminary level Master of Arts in Divinity (M.Div.). Generally each course should be completed within a three month period of time. A Certificate of Completion will be issued for each course passed. To receive a Diploma, all courses in that program must be completed and successfully passed. The AEBC uses a pass/fail grading rubric. Failure is any grade below 70%. Upon successful completion, certificates and/or diplomas will be mailed to the student. ENROLLMENT To apply for admission to the American Evangelical Bible College and Seminary, simply complete and submit the Enrollment form along with the appropriate enrollment and course fees. The enrollment form is included in this catalog and is also available on-line at our website: www.aeccministries.com. Matriculation Evaluation of previous academic work requires an official transcript from each college/university and must be presented at time of enrollment. All previous work will be evaluated and a final determination will be made as to how many credits may or may not transfer. 2.
Credits for service in Christian ministries may also be submitted for evaluation. A detailed degree plan will be sent to the student at that time. A minimum of 25 credits must be taken through the AEBC for each degree program. Tuition: Tuition, Fees and Scholarships Each course (all programs) is four credits in length. The charge for each course is $52.00 ($13.00 per credit). The course fee includes study materials and the text book (if required for that course). Course materials are on CD. The only other books required by the student is the Holy Bible and for some courses, a Halley s Bible Handbook. Fees: 1. Enrollment fee (non-refundable due at time of enrollment) $25.00 2. If a student wishes a printed copy of a course instead of receiving the course on a CD - - (per course, add) $15.00 3. For students living outside the United States: Additional mailing charge (per course, add) $10.00 4. Certified transcript (each copy) $ 6.00 Scholarships: Dr. Berton Heleine Scholarship Program A partial scholarship may be available toward one degree program (no certificate programs). This is limited to AECC members (in good standing) and their spouses, who are legal citizens of the United States of America as funds are available. To see if you qualify, contact the Administration Office for availability and an application. Payment Recognizing the necessity for prompt payment of all school fees, not only as a good business principle, but for the sake of the spiritual and character development of the student, the following policy is in effect: 3.
Payment may be made in one of two ways: 1. You may pre-pay for the entire certificate or degree program up front. All books and materials will be shipped upon receipt of your payment. Prices will be frozen from any possible rate increases. 2. You may pre-pay for one course at a time. Once payment and written request for the next course is received, all books and materials for that course will be shipped to you. All payments may be made by personal check or money order in U.S. Dollars ($ USD) made payable to AEBC. Please list in the memo section as to what course this check applies to. Please do not send cash. Additional Information Please note that anything a student provides in addition to their course costs will be used to help keep our programs affordable in the future. You may also want to consider one or more of the following: - A tax-deductible gift of any amount with the understanding that nothing was exchanged or given in exchange for your donation. In the memo section, please note if this is for the general operating fund or for the Dr. Berton Heleine Scholarship Program. - Naming the AEBC as a beneficiary on a life insurance product. - Naming the AEBC in your will. The American Evangelical Bible College and Seminary is a wholly owned and operated Christian higher educational ministry of the American Evangelical Christian Churches, Inc. The AECC is a 501 (c) (3) notfor profit church denomination headquartered, registered and licensed in the State of Indiana. The American Evangelical Bible College and Seminary (AEBC) reserves the right to add, change, delete or modify courses, certificate or degree programs as deemed appropriate by the Administration of the AEBC, and to adjust tuition and fees accordingly without notification or obligation. 4.
COURSES: Certificate Programs CHRISTIAN WORKER CERTIFICATE Old Testament Survey New Testament Survey Practical Christian Theology Bible Basis of Missions/Evangelism Christian History and Philosophy World Religions Cross Cultural Communications Spiritual Healing Biblical Principles of Church and Personal Finances Old Testament Survey General overview of the Old Testament. New Testament Survey General overview of the New Testament. Practical Christian Theology Course is designed to provide the students with a better and broader understanding of God s special revelation and to equip the student with the skills necessary to spread the Good News. Bible Basis of Missions/Evangelism A detailed study on the Great Commission. Christian History and Philosophy The student will study the historical flow of Christian philosophical thought from Biblical to modern times. World Religions This course is a study to help the student become more familiar with other major world religions; their beliefs and practices. Cross Cultural Communications An introduction to ministering in a cross-cultural setting effective communication of the Gospel in a culture other than his/her own. Spiritual Healing This course is designed to help the student have a more in-depth life knowledge of three of God s truths for their lives: victory, transformation, and holiness. Biblical Principles of Church and Personal Finances A guide to small church finances for leaders of the local church and learning Biblical principles of personal finances in a no nonsense practical lifestyle. 5.
COURSES: Certificate Programs PASTORAL CERTIFICATE Church Administration Leadership Development Pastoral Ministry Ministerial Ethics and Etiquette Theology of Christian Counseling Inerrancy Preaching with Purpose Apologetics Christian Education Church Administration This course moves sequentially through three broad categories that are critical to pastoral and church leadership. They are: 1. How a minister relates to organizations, 2. Performing administrative functions and, 3. Developing leadership and ministry skills Leadership Development This course is designed to help the student sharpen his/her abilities in the field of developing leadership. Pastoral Ministry Course provides the student with an in-depth understanding of the pastoral ministry. Ministerial Ethics and Etiquette Course explores the topic of proper professional and personal ethical conduct in the Christian Ministry. Theology of Christian Counseling This course will provide the student with a theological basis for counseling that will enhance their ministry in and outside the church setting. Inerrancy A study in the authority of Scripture. Preaching with Purpose This course is to help the student discover the purpose of preaching and the ways Scripture inform and direct the preaching task. Apologetics The study and defense of the Christian faith verses other world religions. Christian Education Course will help the student understand the philosophical and cultural history of education emphasizing the goal of Christian schooling. 6.
COURSES: Degree Programs ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN MINISTRY (A.MIN.) PROGRAM 60 Credits / 4 Credits per Course (Prerequisite: High School diploma or equivalent) General Bible Study Romans Manners and Customs of the Bible Gospel of Matthew Gospel of Mark Gospel of Luke Gospel of John Evangelism Missions, Missionaries and Their Strategies Old Testament Prophets Five Elective Courses General Bible Study A general overview of the Protestant Bible. Students will need to purchase a Halley s Bible Handbook for this course. Romans A comprehensive study of this New Testament letter. Manners and Customs of the Bible A study of the manners and customs used in the Old Testament world. Gospel of Matthew An in-depth study of this Gospel. Gospel of Mark An in-depth study of this Gospel. Gospel of Luke An in-depth study of this Gospel. Gospel of John An in-depth study of this Gospel. Evangelism Study and practice of the role all Christian believers in bearing witness to their faith in Jesus Christ. Missions, Missionaries and Their Strategies This course on world missions will acquaint you with missionaries past and present. You will study their call, their service, and the strategies they used to win souls for Jesus and His Kingdom. Old Testament Prophets Comprehensive study on the Minor and Major Prophets of the Old Testament. Electives Select and complete five elective courses (your choice) from either the Christian Worker Certificate Program and/or the Pastoral Certificate Program. 7.
COURSES: Degree Programs BACHELOR OF ARTS IN THEOLOGY (B.TH.) PROGRAM 60 Credits / 4 Credits per Course (Prerequisite: Associate degree) Epistles I Epistles II Epistles III Acts James Advanced Bible Study Pentateuch Christian History Leaders in Church History Effective Biblical Counseling Five Elective Courses Epistles I An in-depth study of Galatians and Ephesians. Epistles II An in-depth study of Philippians, Colossians 1 and 2 Thessalonians. Epistles III An in-depth study of 1 and 2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon, 1,2,3 John and Jude. Acts This course studies the beginning of the early Christian Church and the spread of the Gospel. James An in-depth study of this New Testament book. Advanced Bible Study Twelve lessons covering the New Testament. Student will need to purchase a Halley s Bible Handbook for this course. Pentateuch An in-depth study of the first five books of the Bible. Christian History A study of the Christian Church from its early beginnings. Leaders in Church History A study on a number of individuals throughout history who have had an impact on Christianity. Effective Biblical Counseling The student will find this course to be challenging and enlightening for their ministry. Electives Select and complete five elective courses (your choice) from either the Christian Worker Certificate Program and/or the Pastoral Certificate Program. 8.
COURSES: Degree Programs MASTER OF ARTS IN DIVINITY (M.DIV.) PROGRAM 52 Credits / 4 Credits per Course (Prerequisite: Bachelor degree) Classical Apologetics Ecclesiology Hermeneutics/Bible Interpretation Book of Daniel Homiletics Pastors Practical Helps Pastor to Pastor Eschatology Gospel of Isaiah Premarital Counseling Pastoral Counseling Christian Counseling Ethics Thesis Classical Apologetics An in-depth study on the defense of Christianity and how it compares to other world religions. Ecclesiology A study of the facts, evidence and principles of the Christian faith. Hermeneutics/Bible Interpretation This course studies how to properly interpret and teach the Bible. Book of Daniel Examining the life and some key prophecies of Daniel. Homiletics A practical and theological guide for Christ centered preaching. Pastors Practical Helps This course will help the student determine his/her call to preach and help them in the areas of pulpit appearance, study and sermon preparation, structure of the local church, ordinances of the church, preparation for weddings, funerals, visitations, and how to overcome fear and troubles in the ministry. Pastor to Pastor Study covering the call to a church, forming a new church, church organizations, preaching, developing the pastor s library, marriage and divorce, death and funerals, dealing with problem people, church discipline, the pastor and home life and setting of priorities. Eschatology A study of the last things and end times (death, resurrection, judgment, immortality, etc.) Gospel of Isaiah An in-depth study of the prophecies concerning Jesus Christ as found in this Old Testament book. 9.
Premarital Counseling This course will help the student to properly counsel those who are planning to get married. Issues covered include goals, strategies and resources for premarital counseling, roles and authority in marriage, family issues, intercultural marriages, remarriage and more. Pastoral Counseling Course focuses on the counseling ministry to the troubled. Marital therapy, family therapy, crisis counseling, grief counseling, group counseling, confrontational counseling and more are covered. Christian Counseling Ethics Course discusses the ethical questions of competence, confidentiality, multiple relationships, public statements, third parties and documentation in light of state and federal codes with attention to professional association statements and denominational guidelines. Thesis The thesis subject is to be agreed upon with the AEBC prior to submittal. A minimum of fifty typewritten pages (single spaced) is required. 10.
American Evangelical Bible College and Seminary Excellence in Christian Higher Education Since 1999 Administration Office 5337 132nd Lane Savage, MN 55378 U.S.A. Telephone: (317) 788 9280 E-mail: aebcofice@yahoo.com APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Instructions: Complete and mail to the Administration Office. Include non-refundable one-time registration fee of $25.00 and $52.00 for each course. When you have completed each course, send in request for next course with appropriate course fee. For students outside of the United States, in order to help defray some of the mailing costs, the fee for each course is $62.00. Date: Name: Last: First: M.I. Address: Telephone: Home: Cell: E-mail: 11.
Program Applying For (check one): Individual course(s) Which course or courses? Christian Worker Certificate Associate of Arts in Ministry (A. Min.) Pastoral Certificate Bachelor of Arts in Theology (B. Th.) Master of Arts in Divinity (M.Div.) Educational Information: High School: Name City Date of Graduation If applicable, list G.E.D., diplomas, certificates received, from where and dates attended List all colleges / universities you have previously attended. Please list name of school, dates attended, credits earned and / or degree earned. 12.
Ministry Information: Please list any / all ministry experience you may have had (i.e. Pastor, Youth Minister, Christian Education Director, Missionary, etc.). Include name of ministry, location and dates of service. How did you come to know about the American Evangelical Bible College? Internet inquiry Telephone inquiry From an AECC member Catalog or brochure Friend Other (please specify) The American Evangelical Bible College is a wholly owned Christian higher education ministry of the American Evangelical Christian Churches. American Evangelical Christian Churches P.O. Box 47312 Indianapolis, IN 46247-0312 U.S.A. Telephone: (317) 788-9280 Email: aeccoffice@yahoo.com Website: www.aeccministries.com 13.