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NEW LIFE BIBLICAL SEMINARY(Accredited by Asia Theological Association)

A Theological Institution of the Beersheba International New Life Ministries

Houston, U.S.A

Cheruvakkal, P.O. Ayoor, Kollam, Kerala, India,Pin-691 533. Ph: 0474-2671112, 2671113, 2671114

2671116 (Resi), Mob. [email protected]@gmail.com

www.nlbs.org

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CONTENT CONTENT CONTENT CONTENT CONTENT

President’s Message

Principal’s Message

Administrator’s Message

Management Council

Faculty Profile

A Brief History...

Philosophy and Purpose

General Information

General Academics and Admission Information

Academic Programmes

Financial Details

Location

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TTTTThe New Life Biblical Seminary, as you see through the

pages of this prospectus, is the outcome of God’s faithfulness

to our parents. It was founded in 1993 as an offshoot of the

vision and burden of me and my wife for the land of India. As

a fulfillment of the Great divine Commission, God in His

abundant mercy has enabled us to launch this institution for

the purpose of training young ones who have a definite call

for the Lord’s work and an aspiration to study the Word of

God. The major thrust of our mission comes from the Biblical

vision of theological learning as it is found in II Tim. 2:15. It

says: “Do your best to present yourself to God as one

approved by Him, a worker who has no need to be ashamed,

rightly explaining the word of truth” (NRSV). It is, thus, A

Mission with a Vision which is precisely what we hold on as

our motto.

We provide a family atmosphere conducive for learning,

in which dialogue, discussion, interaction, devotion and

disciplining play important roles. Our college is blessed with a

beautiful campus and a group of well-trained, dedicated,

anointed and experienced faculty. Moreover, our studies are

mission oriented, Christo-centric, charismatic, and society-

bound. We are also part of the wider spectrum of ministries

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

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carried out under the auspices of Bersheba International New

Life Ministries, Houston which holds a variety of services

encompassing spiritual, social, economic and educational

realms transcending every barrier of caste, creed and color. We

have 1,400 fulltime ministers serving the Lord in different

capacities in various parts of the world.

Our seminary is open to everyone who has a genuine

commitment and dedication for Christian ministry. As an inter-

denominational institution, we welcome students from all over

India and abroad irrespective of the denominational and

ecclesiastical confessions. It is our earnest prayer that the

Almighty may continue to bestow His grace upon us as we

seek to impart God’s Word with wisdom, power and simplicity

for the future generation.

Yours in Christ,

Rev. Dr. Johnson Daniel

Founder & President

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TTTTThe New Life Biblical Seminary is a premiere

theological institution in India standing both for spiritual and

academic excellence for an effective mission. It is a post-graduate

theological academy working under ATA and serving as a

catalyst for the holistic Christian mission in India for more than

two decades. We are always longing and working for the

enhancement of vision and mission of every one to fulfil the

Great Commission as envisaged in our motto: 'Mission with a

Vision'.

The theological education is the integral prerequisite

of the Christian mission. The two prime pragmatic venues of

every theological instruction are the Church and Society: micro

and macro arenas. The recipients of the theological instruction

must be equipped thoroughly to address and respond the mani-

fold challenges more meaningfully and relevantly for missionize

and theologize in our given context. In fact, the qualitative and

quantitative theological education is the vital need of the hour.

All the theological training institutions/systems trace

back to the very prototype of the academy of Jesus: one Master

with the 12 disciples/apostles. The very nature and function of

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

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every theological institution can be summed up in two progres-

sions: centrifugal and centripetal process. The students from

different parts of the nation are coming to the theological acad-

emy and going back to the nation as disciples. The central pro-

cess behind this disciple-making endeavour within the semi-

naries can be further portrays alphanumerically into three pro-

cesses: information, formation and transformation. The last seg-

ment of this cluster distinguishes theological instruction from

the secular education.

The Christian mission is not simply an endeavour of

propagation of faith and conversion of souls but it portents the

holistic mission targeted with the body, soul and spirit of entire

humanity. The Nazareth Manifesto (Lk. 4:18-19) and the Great

Commission (Matt.28:18-20) are depicting the scopes of Chris-

tian mission. In fact, one needs an integral theological training

as well as great vision to incarnate this in our given context.

The New Life Biblical Seminary has been striving as a fulcrum

to make the meaning to its theory and praxis for the last 24 years

and further would like to pursue so until His second coming!

Hence, we are anticipating for the advent of committed and

dedicated persons to commence or continue their sound theo-

logical journey.

In His Service,

Rev. Dr. Rajeevan M. ThomasPrincipal, NLBS

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New Life Biblical Seminary, ever since its inception,

stands for imparting the knowledge of the word God and training

young people for ministerial vocation. The seminary is the

progeny of the long-cherished dream of Late Pastor C. K.

Daniel, one of the pioneers of Pentecostal Movement in the

southern part of Kerala and the former president of Indian

Pentecostal Church of God in India. As a renowned Bible

teacher and preacher, it was his unquenching thirst to establish

a theological institution in the southernmost part of Kerala.

His vision was realized in 1993 when his younger son

Rev. Johnson Daniel and his family decided to establish a

theological institution by the name ‘New Life Bible Centre’ at

Cheruvakkal, Kollam. The beginning was so small with just 16

students and 5 faculty. However, as days passed by, the Lord

has blessed this humble venture and expanded its horizon to

be a recognized seminary in 2001. Today the seminary has the

strength of more than 140 students and 40 staff. We offer

different theological and ministry oriented courses both in

English and Malayalam.

ADMINISTRATOR’SMESSAGE

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We are committed to impart the knowledge of God’s

Word with its depth and power to the coming generations.

We have a well-balanced program that avails adequate

exposure to the church as well as society. We are proud of

our graduates who are ministering in different capacities all

over India and abroad. We earnestly look forward to train

young people for the great task that our Master has entrusted

us.

Yours in Christ,

Mr. Sam C. DanielAdministrator, NLBS

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MANAGEMENT COUNCIL

Rev. Dr. Johnson DanielFounder & President

Mrs. Lissy JohnsonCo-Founder

Mr. Sam C. DanielAdministrator

Mr. Wilson SamuelManager

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FACULTY PROFILE

Rev. Dr. Rajeevan M. ThomasB.A, M.A, M. Phil, PGDESM, B.D, M.Th, D.ThDesignation : PrincipalDepartment : History of Christianity

Rev. Kunjachen Lukose B.Th, B.DDesignation : Vice-PrincipalDepartment : History of Christianity

Rev. Dr. Raju Mangalathu ThomasM.A, Ph.D, BD, M.ThDesignation : Dean of Postgraduate StudiesDepartment : New Testament

Rev. Josfin Raj S. B. M.A, M.Div, M.ThDesignation : Academic DeanDepartment : Christian Theology

Rev. Suneesh Johnson B.A, M.Div, M.ThDesignation : RegistrarDepartment : Missiology

Rev. Chacko Sam M.A, M.Div, M.ThDesignation : ChaplainDepartment : Missiology

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FACULTY PROFILE

Rev. Benny P. John B.Th, M.B.SDesignation : Dean of Student Affairs &Co-ordinator of Distance EducationDepartment : Ministry

Rev. C. Mathukutty B.A, B.Th, M.DivDesignation : Office ManagerDepartment : New Testament

Rev. Christopher C. ThampiB.A, M.A, B.D, (M.Th)Designation : FacultyDepartment : New Testament

Rev. Samuel Kutty N. A. B.A, B.D, M.ThDesignation : FacultyDepartment : New Testament

Rev. Zacharia PappachenM.A, CPE, B.D, STM, M.ThDesignation : Faculty

Department : History of Christianity

Rev. (Dr.) Kunjachan Koshy M.Div, M.ThDesignation : FacultyDepartment : Religion & Philosophy

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FACULTY PROFILE

Rev. James Manuel M.A, B.Ed, B.D, M.ThDesignation : FacultyDepartment : Christian Theology

Rev. G. Thomas kutty B.Th, M.Div.Designation : Faculty

Rev. Dr. Edision Thomas B.A, M.Th, D.MinDesignation : FacultyDepartment : Christian Ethics

Rev. Benny K B.Th.Designation : Faculty

Rev. Thomas John M.Div, M.Th.Designation : Co-ordinator of UAE Center

Rev. Moses S. H B.D, M.C.PDesignation : Counselor

Department : Ministry

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Rev. Johnson MemanaM.Div, M.ThDesignation : President, Alumni Association

\Rev. K.P. Thomas M.A, B.EdDesignation : Faculty

Dr. John ThanickalD. Miss.

Rev. Dr. Samuel GeorgeB.Com, M.A, B.D, M.Th, D.ThDesignation : Editor, New Life Theological

JournelDepartment : Christian Theology

Dr. M. Stephen M.A, B.D, M. Th., D. Th.

Department : Christian Theology and Ethics

FACULTY PROFILE

ADJUNCT & VISITING FACULTY

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Rev. Santhosh K. ChackoB.D, M.Th.

Old Testament

Rev. Dr. K.C. ChackoD. Min.

Rev. (Dr.) Vivek SamuelM. Th.Missiology

Rev. Dr. Sajeesh SM. A. (Eng.), M.Sc. (Psy), B.Ed., Ph.D.English

Rev. Dr. George VargheseM. Th, D.Min.


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Rev. Sunil FrancisB.D, M.Th.Christian Ethics

Rev. Stanley JoseB.A, B.D, M.Th.Old Testament

Rev. Saju Varghese N.B.A, M.A, B.D, M.Th Christian Ministry (Homeletics)

Rev. Shaji DanielBD, M.ThMissiology

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LIBRARY STAFF

Mrs. Sudha BennyCheif Librarian, B. Sc. M.R.E.

Mrs. Sini ChackoAsst. Librarian

Mrs. Seena MosesAsst. Librarian

Mrs. Sheba RatheeshAsst. Librarian

Rev. AjikumarGraphic Designer

Mrs. Sindhu SajuAccountant

Evg. Vasant SolankiOffice Assistant

Evg. Jobin JoseOffice Assistant

OFFICE STAFF

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SUPPORTING STAFF

Mr. Vijayan PillaiMess

Mrs. NazeemaMess

Evg. Johnson JCo-ordinator, Evangelism Dept.

Mrs. Reena JohnsonCanteen-in-charge

Rev. RatheeshOffice Assistant

Mrs. Gracy YohannanTailoring Teacher

OFFICE STAFF

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF THENEW LIFE BIBLICAL SEMINARY

New Life Biblical Seminary isthe theological wing of the

Beersheba International New Life

Ministries (BINLM) founded in 1987in Houston, USA. In 1993 INLM felt

the need for a theological institute

to train young people for ministry inthe Indian sub-continent, and thus

established the New Life Biblical

Seminary (then known as New LifeBible Centre). The seminary was the

long cherished dream of Late Pastor

C. K. Daniel, one of the pioneers ofPentecostal Movement in the

southernmost part of Kerala and the

former president of Indian PentecostalChurch of God in India.

His vision was realized through the effort of Rev. Dr. Johnson Daniel(s/o Pastor C. K. Daniel) and family. The foundation stone for the Centre was

laid by Pastor. E. C. George and the inauguration of the Seminary was held on

the 13th of March, 1993. The center was first known as New Life Bible Centre.The first batch of the center began on the 25th of April, 1993 with only 16

students and 5 teachers. Initially, we had just Diploma in Theology (Dip.Th)

Course. The second batch began in March 1994 and the first graduation servicewas held in December 1994. In 1995 New Life Bible Centre was accredited by

the I. P. C. Council. New Life Bible Centre was upgraded to be New Life Biblical

Seminary in 2001.

Pastor C. K. Daniel & Mrs. Saramma Daniel

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Resolved to give qualitative education and accredited degrees, the NLBSembarked on an affiliation with the well-known accrediting agency, the Asia

Theological Association (ATA). In 1998 our B. Th. Program was accredited by

ATA. The M.Div. program started in 2002 was accredited by ATA in 2003. In2005 we started our M. Div. Distance Education program and this was accredited

by ATA in the next year. We scaled a new peak with the inception of the M.Th

program in 2008 and it was accredited by ATA in the subsequent year. Our firstbatch of M.Th passed out of this seminary in 2009.

During these years the seminary undertook quite a number of majorconstruction projects such as library building, auditorium, dormitory, faculty

quarters and so on. By the grace of God these projects were completed in due

time with the assistance of our prayer partners and well-wishers.

Periodic increase in the number of Faculty and staff has been the major

feature of the seminary. Similarly, the library development has been the majorimpetus in the overall expansion of the seminary. Over the years students

from elsewhere in India and abroad having different cultural and linguisticbackgrounds have studied in the seminary. Till now over 1400 of our graduates

serve the Lord and humanity around the globe. Today the seminary has the

strength of more than 140 students and 40 staff. The NLBS also runs twomore training centers in UAE and Chandigarh to cater the need of native

missionaries.

Puthujeevan (New Life) the official college year book has been published

in 1994. It gives a glimpse of the work and ministry of NLBS over the years.

Year 2011 witnessed an epoch in the annals of NLBS when it began a

theological journal, viz, New Life Theological Journal. It is a platform to

interact and interpret issues facing the world from a Christian ethical-theological perspective. Today the seminary stands on the cross road of a

new era and greater heights.

Over the years BINLM, the parent body of NLBS, has been involved in

various philanthropic and social activities including educational help to needy

students, mass marriages of girls from economically poor background andfinancial aid for the construction of shelters to the needy.

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Theological Journey ofNLBS is Crossing theJubilant Boarders of SilverJubilee with the Motto of‘Mission with a Vision’.

New Life Biblical Seminary is Celebrating its25th year of God’s Faithfulness (1993-2017)

PHILOSOPHY AND PURPOSENew Life Biblical Seminary has both graduate and post graduate courses

with Pentecostal persuasion. At the same it recognizes the different

denominations and confessions of the Christian Church.

NLBS community recognizes that everyone is elected to participate in

God’s mission as the Bible acknowledges (Psalms 108:3; Romans 1:14-16).

Therefore, the focus of our conviction is stated in a short dictum: Missionwith a Vision.

NLBS envisions the mission of the Church both inside and outside witha holistic outlook. This mission is seen in a multi-dimensional way which

recognizes the importance of the four-fold functions of the church such as:

fellowship, teaching, witnessing and serving. These are incorporated in thestatement: Mission with a Vision. The curriculum of NLBS reflects this vision

and thus molds men and women in the life pattern of Christ.

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Aims and Objectives····· Systematic theological education with ecclesiastical and societal

dimension.

····· Proposes to train students with a holistic vision.

····· Intends to train Christ-like Servant-Leaders.

····· Aims to sharpen the skills in theological deliberation and to be acatalyst in the wider mission of the church for a transformed society.

····· A well-balanced spiritual nurturing.

····· Qualitative academic excellence.

····· Well-disciplined life and ministerial formation.

····· Facilitating the students for Christian service.

····· Enabling the students to stand for the truth of the gospel.

····· Equipping the students with practical training.

····· Empowering the students to serve the nation as responsible citizens.

····· Promoting a spirit that is ethically and socially sensitive andecologically responsible.

AccreditationNLBS is an ATA (Asia Theological Association) accredited theological

institution. ATA is one of the leading theological accrediting agencies in Asia.

It is the direct outcome of the South Pacific Congress on Evangelism held inSingapore in 1968. It was established in 1970. It is composed of theological

educational institutions and is committed to evangelical faith and scholarship,

which are networking together. It proposes to serve the Church in equippingthe people of God for the mission of the Lord Jesus Christ. It strives toward the

development of evangelical biblical theology by strengthening interaction,

enhancing scholarship, promoting academic excellence, fostering spiritual andministerial formation, and mobilizing resources to fulfill God’s global mission

within diverse Asian cultures. Website: www.ataasia.com

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GENERAL INFORMATION

I. Campus LifeLife in NLBS Campus holds high significance as it counts so much to the

ministerial and character formation of the students. A student is expected to

make every attempt to live in harmony with one another and to maintain a

healthy interpersonal relationship. Living together as a community and strivingtogether for a common goal is our ultimate priority. Cultural meets and social

evenings facilitate in fostering love and harmony in the community life of the

campus. Cleanliness and hygiene are vital for NLBS community. Theconstruction of the buildings in rectangular shape provides a beautiful space

right at the centre of the campus where everyone can come together to havefun and fellowship. Students are provided with basic facilities such as

dormitory, mess, sports and recreational resources. The trees with its branches

hovering over the ground and seating facilities around it provide a wonderfulplace to cultivate the fellowship and interpersonal relationship. Life in the

campus could easily be understood in four important levels.

1. Spiritual LifeThere are bounteous opportunities provided to the students to maintain

a well-balanced spiritual life. The spiritual life of a student is nurtured in sevenphases: morning and evening devotions, main chapels, spiritual emphasis

days, chain prayers, fasting prayers, whole-night prayers and church exposures.

On Sunday mornings most of the students will be assigned to different localcongregations and the rest meet at the chapel for service. The spiritual activities

are designed to set in a well-disciplined spiritual fabric for the student.

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The common devotion times are compulsorily maintained in the morning

and in the evening. The day starts with the morning devotion from 5:30 to 6:00

AM. All the students come to the chapel and spend time for prayer and personalmeditation. The devotions are held separately for both English and Malayalam

medium students. The students themselves prepare a thought for the day,

which becomes the impetus to live through the day. Apart from the commondevotions the students are encouraged for personal piety. Wednesday evenings

are set apart for praise and worship and song practice. The campus provides

the students magnificent atmosphere to maintain the same.

The student body is divided into different Tutorial Groups under faculty

members to nurture them in every aspect of their lives. The Tutorial Groupsfacilitate the students for a holistic spiritual formation which includes personal,

inter-personal, academic, and practical aspects of life.

2. Academic LifeThe academic schedule is strictly maintained with utmost importance in

our campus. Class room exercise is the primary mode of teaching. It ismandatory for the students to ensure adequate class attendance to be qualified

for writing the exam. We have well-maintained class rooms. Four hours of

classes are scheduled for each day. The classes start at 8:30 AM and goes upto 1:30 PM.

a) Study Time

Students have to strictly observe the study hours in the campus. The

usual study hours are in the morning and in the evening. The morningtiming is from 6:30 AM to 7:20 AM and the evening is from 8:00 PM

to 10:30 PM. This is apart from the normal class hours in the morning

and the library hours in the afternoon. During the morning studyhours the students come to their respective class rooms and spend it

meaningfully. Rest of the study time is spent in the Library.

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b) Library

Library is the heart and soul of seminary life. The students are provided

with excellent opportunities to facilitate the maximum use of library.NLBS gives substantial care for the development and maintenance of

library. We have a library with a collection of over 30,000 volumes

and more than 30 national and international theological journals inaddition to the secular magazines/weeklies. The library uses

computerized Dewey Decimal cataloguing system. Our library

maintains both Malayalam and English sections separately to assistthe students of both the medium in their academic endeavor. Computer

and internet facilities are made available the students whenever they

are need of. We are also in the process of acquiring AmericanTheological Library Association Serials (ATLA Serials online

database). The NLBS is proud of having a group of well-qualified and

experienced library staff.

3. Social LifeNLBS family consists of people from various cultures and backgrounds

which make the life in the campus very much exciting. Students from elsewhere

in India and abroad having diverse traditions, languages, customs and practices

are assimilated unto our community with a common thrust and goal. Thisvariety and diversity make the life in the campus a jubilant one. The students

usually share moments of joy and happiness with one another.

Occasionally, an evening is set apart for the community to come together

for fellowship and fun. Here students are availed opportunities to display their

talents through various art forms. At this juncture, many of the theologicalissues debated in the class rooms are given visual portrayal by the students.

Amidst hectic academic pressure and tension the students find it a time to

relax, rejoice and renew their spirit and relationship. Social Evenings mostoften are followed by fellowship meals. At times the students are given ample

opportunity to watch mission based and socially relevant movies and

documentaries.

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NLBS also gives importance to sports and recreation. Except onWednesdays and Sundays, games are organized for students from 5:00 PM to6:00 PM. The whole student body is divided into four different groups withfour different names. These groups are primarily meant for facilitating thesports activities. NLBS Sports Day is a day the students look forward withenthusiasm. Various sports events are organized on this day.

Students’ Seminary Fellowship (SSF) is the students’ body which takescare of all cultural, social, recreational and spiritual activities related to thestudents. Annually the SSF organizes a Food-Fest and an Inter-Seminary game.It strives for an inter-seminary theological, ministerial interaction and fellowship.

4. Ministerial LifeThe students are assigned to various types of ministries according to

their talents and interests. Weekend outreach programs are of primaryimportance. ‘Liberated to Liberate’ is the motto of the Department of PracticalTraining. Church planting, community services, hospital visits, open-airmeetings, mini conventions, house visit, film shows, etc., are the importantscenarios for practical involvement.

During the weekends the students are encouraged to go in small groupsand visit vicinities of different churches. Students here get enough opportunityto involve in Sunday Schools and church assistance in the nearby churches.This enriches the students in the ministerial formation. NLBS’ alumni havebeen instrumental in establishing numerous churches.

II. NLBS Alumni Association NLBS connects with the former graduates with NLBS Alumni Associationand works with them in different chapters to have fellowship in sharing thegospel, charitable activities, family conference and so on. Every year we giveBest Alumnus Awards for the alumni who are excelling in God’s kingdom. Nearly1,400 graduates serve as gospel preachers, evangelists, missionaries, pastors,teachers, writers and leaders of Christian organizations. We are glad to hearGod's amazing work among our graduates.

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III. New Life PublicationsNLBS has a publication wing in which faculty, students and staffs utilize the

opportunity to put their creative writing skills in published papers. Mainlywe have New Life Theological Journal (NLTJ), Puthujeevan (Souvenir), and

New Life publishing which produce books for theological community and

common laity. Our publications impart sound theological and biblicalreflections on the today's relevant issues. It fosters and promotes Christian

knowledge on strong biblical foundations and academic competence.

IV. NLBS Special AwardsNLBS faculty unanimously select candidates who demonstrate excellence invarious spheres of their life in the campus. The following are the awards

distributed at the time of graduation:

a. Best in Academics (M.Th M.Div, B.Th, Englishand Malayalam, Dip. Th)

b. Best in Thesis (M.Th and M.Div)

c. Best in Worship and Preaching (M.Div, B.Th.English and Malayalam and Dip.Th)

d. Best in Character

e. Best in Evangelismf. Best in Activities

Important Dates to RememberAdmission Opens - 16 JanuaryReceiving Application Last Date - 23 MarchInterview Dates -

1st - March 3rd Week(Wednesday)

2nd - April 1st Week(Wednesday)

3rd - April 3rd Week(Wednesday)

College Opening - April last week (Monday)Date of Graduation - Last Saturday of DecemberCollege Closing - February last

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GENERAL ACADEMICS &ADMISSION INFORMATION

A candidate’s admission in NLBS is provisional. In view of the academic

performance of the candidate it will be renewed every year. The academic yearof NLBS starts in April of every calendar year. The academic year consists of

two Semesters. An average of six courses will be offered in each Semester. The

selection of the subjects will be done by the Academic Committee in accordancewith the regulations of ATA .

Admission Process· Application and prospectus can be obtained from the Registrar’s office by

furnishing Rs. 100/- for M. Div/B. Th/G. Th and Rs. 250/- for M. Th.

The Registrar, New Life Biblical Seminary, Cheruvakkal (P.O), Ayoor,Kollam, Kerala, 691533. Phone: 0474-2671112/13/14/15/16.

Email: [email protected]@hotmail.comwww. nlbs.org

· Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Admission TimeApplications are invited from the first week of January. However, the

admission process will be beginning only in the month of February. There will

be three (3) dates stipulated for the entrance and interview. The applicants willbe informed of such dates once the applications are received and accepted by

the Committee of Admission. Last day for receiving of completed application

is March 23rd.

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General Requirements· Applications duly filled in

· Three copies of recent passport size photograph

· Proof of Church membership and Conduct certificate from pastor of

the Local church in the letter head

· Attested copies of certificate with mark list. (Original certificate

should be produced at the time of interview.)

· Certificate to prove the age (Voters ID card, Passport, Birth certificate

etc.).

· Three (3) Reference forms should be sent, each by a theological

teacher with a recognized M.Th./Ph.D., a Christian friend, and localpastor.

· Medical certificate from a registered medical practitioner.

· Personal Testimony

Entrance Examination & Personal InterviewAll applicants should appear for entrance exam, which includes three

separate papers - General Knowledge, Christian Faith, and English (for English

medium candidates). However, the M. Th. candidates should write an

examination of the respective department too. The niceties regarding thesyllabus of the Departmental exam would be conveyed to the candidates when

the application is accepted. The exams are conducted at the campus and the

dates will be informed in due time.

After the entrance examinations there will be a personal interview to

assess the candidate’s motivation and commitment to Christian life andtheological education. In the meantime, the decision of the Admission

Committee is final and the candidates will duly be informed of its decision.

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General Course Requirements· A fixed number of semester-wise class attendance is essential for the

student to qualify for the final examination. If a student fails to havethe prescribed attendance, he/she will have to re-do the entire

semester after the completion of the stipulated duration of the course.

· All the requirements laid down by the Academic Committee for a

particular course will have to be accomplished.

· Assignments, class-works and all other assessments have to be

satisfactory as per the rules laid down by the Academic Committee.

Minimum Requirements per Semester· Readings for each course

· Written Assignments

· Book/Article Reviews

· Seminar Papers

· Class Test

· Final Exams

Program CodesMaster of Theology MTH

Master of Theology (Missiology) MTHMS

Master of Theology (History of Christianity) MTHHC

Master of Divinity (Residential) MDR

Master of Divinity (Distance Education) MDD

Bachelor of Theology (English) BTE

Bachelor of Theology (Malayalam) BTM

Bachelor of Theology (Distance Education) BTD

Graduate in Theology (Malayalam) GTM

Diploma in Theology (English) DTM

Certificate in Theology CT

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Cluster/Departments of Studies1. Department of Biblical Studies

2. Department of Theology and Ethics

3. Department of History of Christianity and Mission

4. Department of Religion and Philosophy

5. Department of Ministry

6. Department of General Studies

Thesis/Inter-disciplinary Paper

Academic Grading SystemExaminations and Assignments will be graded in three levels. The

academic progress of the student will be assessed in terms of a numerical/

letter grade for each course as follows:

First Class

Distinction A+ (80% and above)

Excellent A (75%)

Superior A- (70%)

Second ClassVery Good B+ (65%)

Good B (60%)

Satisfactory B- (55%)

Third Class

Average C+ (50%)

Passed C (45%)

Need Improvement C- (40%)

Failed F (0 -39%)

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First Class: - Ability to search relevant materials and to assess it critically

and coherently.

Second Class: - Ability to search relevant materials and assess it, but lacks

coherent and critical analysis of them.

Third Class: - Familiarity with the relevant subject but lacks critical,

coherent assessment and clear presentation.

Fail: - Unable to grasp or present the materials.

To complete a course, all requirements must be fulfilled (internalassessments and final examination). Assignments are to be submitted for each

course and there will be a final examination too. The students who do not have

the minimum passing grade (C-) for each course will have to appear for Re-takeexamination, failing which necessitates re-doing the course by paying a fine of

certain amount as fixed by the Academic Committee.

Academic EvaluationIn all courses, grades are awarded on the basis of continuous evaluation.

Teachers have the freedom to device their own method of assessments ifnecessary. However, there are specific numbers of assignments as stipulated

by the Academic Committee.

PlagiarismPlagiarism includes the copying of the language, structure, ideas, and/or

thoughts of another and passing off the same as one’s own, original work.

Therefore if a student has consulted any outside source, whether publishedor not, and has incorporated any of its “language, structure, ideas, and/or

thoughts” into his or her work without acknowledging that source, he or she

may be guilty of misrepresenting the work’s originality. From the Christianpoint of view it is SIN. Under the Indian Copyright Act 1957 it is a punishable

offense. NLBS would seriously penalize such offences.

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Computation of Over-all GradesG. Th. 25% (Assignments)

75% (Final Examination)

B.Th. 25% (Assignments)


M.Div. 40% (Assignments)


M.Th. 50% (Assignments, Presentations, and Internal assessments)

50% (Examinations)

Graduation RequirementsIn order to graduate in the admitted program, the student must meet all

the following requirements:

· Graduation is conducted at the NLBS Campus in Cheruvakkal, Kerala.

· Completion of the required credit hours, with a passing grade ineach course taken. The total credit hours include those from the

academic department, pastoral department and other assignments.

· Successful completion of all academic requirements.

· Approved report from the Practical Ministry department.

· Clearance from the Student’s Dean on domestic help, behavior and

attitude in the hostel.

· Clearance from the Faculty committee, which includes an assessment

on spiritual growth and maturity, and an evaluation of overall growthtowards fulfilling the objectives of the seminary.

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES

The academic program of the Seminary is obviously Bible-centered meant

for guiding towards a holistic mission and praxis. Our programs are not just

academic but mutually interactive in nature. All our academic and admissionpolicies are in line with the guidelines laid down by ATA. We offer the following

courses in six different modes:

I. Residential Programmes

· M. Th. in Missiology (2yrs. ATA programme)

· M. Th. in History of Christianity (Seeking ATA approval)

· Master of Divinity (3yrs. ATAprogramme)

· Master of Divinity (2yrs. ATAprogramme)

· Bachelor of Theology (English)* (3yrs. ATAprogramme)

· Bachelor of Theology (Malayalam) (3yrs. ATA programme)

· Graduate in Theology (Malayalam) (3yrs. Collegeprogramme)

· Diploma in Theology (English) (2yrs. ATA programme)

· Certificate in Theology (1yr. English/Malayalam College

Programme)

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II. Distance Programmes

• Master of Divnity (ATA)

• Bachelor of Theology (Seeking for ATA approval)

III. New Life Counseling and Psychotherapy Centre

• Certificate in Christian Counseling

IV. Evening Bible School

V. Oversea’s Programmes

VI. New Life Training and Counseling Centre (North India)

* Bachelor of Theology is designed in such a way that the student can

also do a university bachelor degree from Indira Gandhi National Open

University (IGNOU).

I. RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMMES

1. MASTER OF THEOLOGY (M.Th.)

The purpose of M. Th. degree program is to train committed candidates

to become theological trainers and educators. The program aims to facilitate

qualified graduates in theology to broaden and deepen their theologicalknowledge and to sharpen their research skills and competence. This is a two-

year residential program. It is achieved by doing a limited number of courses in

areas of their discipline and by writing a thesis at an advanced level in the fieldof specialization. Thus, a student who completes M.Th with a first class or

high second class will be eligible to pursue a doctoral program directly. All the

requirements should be completed in English language. We aim to enlarge theprogram with many more theological disciplines incorporated into it. Currently

we offer M. Th. in Missiology and in History of Christianity.

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Goals

· To enable the candidates to trace the original concepts and practicesof mission in the Bible with special reference to the Indian context.

· To facilitate the candidates to understand the Missiologicalsignificance of the various ministries of the church in the pluralistic

context of India to develop an Indian Missiology.

Admission Requirements

· Successful completion of a Master of Divinity degree or its equivalentfrom a recognized college with a B+ grade or a high second division.

· The Candidate should have a minimum of two years of practicalministry experience. (Preference will be given to those in the

theological training)

· The candidate should have a minimum English proficiency for

academic level writings.

· The candidate is expected to have completed the preliminary courses

in the Biblical languages with one advanced course either in Hebrew

or in Greek and at least three courses in the field of specialization.

· The candidate should clear entrance examinations, and appear for

personal interviews, which will be held at the campus. Theexaminations will be for English, General Knowledge, Christian Faith,and Departmental exam.

· The candidate must have completed 25 years at the time of admission.

Program Duration and Residency

The M.Th is a two year residential program. This period may be extended

in relation to the course requirements. Any exception to this rule should have

the prior permission from the Academic Committee of NLBS. The failure tomeet the requirement may cause the termination of candidates. The maximum

time limit for completing all requirements shall be five years from the date of

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registration. The academic session in every year begins in April and ends inMarch. The course is intensive and focused. Therefore, the students are

strictly prohibited from taking any responsibility of the church or other

organization during the residency period. Off-campus candidates are notallowed since it is exclusively designed as a residential program. The

accommodation for families at NLBS is limited to two years only.

Academic Requirements

· The candidate should complete a total number of 40 credits from 7various areas for the fulfillment of the course. One credit demands

105 working hours.

· The candidate is required to have 90% of attendance for each subject.

Failing of which may lead to debarment from the examination.

· The candidate must fulfill all the academic requirements.

Thesis

· Thesis is mandatory. It carries twelve (12) credits. Length of the

thesis should be approximately 30000 words.

· The candidate should submit a thesis proposal to the Dean of Post

Graduate studies at the end of the second Semester in the first year.

The M.Th Academic Committee will approve the proposal.

· Thesis should be the original work of the candidate and should be

thoroughly proof read and without errors.

· The thesis is to be successfully defended in the viva voce.

· The Candidate should submit three copies of the thesis to the Dean

of Post Graduate studies.

· College will arrange a thesis mentor and two external readers to

facilitate the students. They will evaluate the thesis and the final

grade will be the aggregate of all.

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1.1. M.Th. in Missiology

Course Division

Area A: Methodological Issues 4 Credits

Area B: History of Missions 4 Credits

Area C: Biblical Foundation 4 Credits

Area D: Principles and Practice of Mission 2 Credits

Area E: Mission and Social Sciences 2 Credits

Area F: Contextual Missiological Issues 4 Credits

Area G: Theology of Mission 4 Credits

Area H: Any course from Areas B to G 2 Credits

Integrated Course 2 Credits

Thesis 12 Credits

1.2. M.Th. in History of Christianity

Course Division

Area A: Historical Methodology 4 Credits

Area B: History of Christianity upto 600 A.D 4 Credits

Area C: History of Reformation and Protestant

Revivals 4 Credits

Area D: History of Christianity in India: Selected

Issues 4 Credits

Area E: History of Global Pentecostal Movement

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with special emphasis to India 4 Credits

Area F: History of Modern Ecumenical Movement 4 Credits

Area G: Indian History and Culture: Selected

Issues 2 Credits

Integrated Course 2 Credits

Thesis 12 Credits

2. MASTER OF DIVINITY (M. Div.)

Master of Divinity (M. Div.) is a graduate degree program offered by

NLBS, and is accredited by ATA. It is designed primarily to qualify graduatesto function as key leaders or ministers. As a graduate level program it requires

the student to develop and demonstrate critical thinking and dialogical skills

including the ability to identify and critique theological and moral discourses,the ability to frame cogent arguments, the ability to test ideas for biblical

fidelity and contextual appropriateness and the ability to communicate ideas

effectively in oral or written dialogue.

Goals

· To provide an opportunity for graduates to build on the Christian

foundations.

· To develop the skills of critical analysis with a view to create a

Christian ethical-theological thoughtful response to the current issues.


· Successful completion of a Bachelor degree (Bachelor of Theology

from ATA/Senate of Serampore with first or second class [B]

OR

Bachelor Degree (BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BCA/BSW/BBM/BBA …) from

any recognized university.

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· The student should have a minimum English proficiency for academic

level writings.

· The student should pass entrance examinations, and appear for

personal interviews, which will be held at the campus. The

examinations will be for English, General Knowledge, and ChristianFaith.

· The student should be above the age of 20 at the time of admission.

· In special cases, mature candidates (25 years and above) who have

10+2 and 5 years of ministerial experience may be admitted uponsuccessful completion of the qualifying assessment.


M. Div. is a two years residential program for students with B. Th. and

three years program for secular graduates. Exception to this rule should have

the prior permission from the Academic Committee of NLBS. Off-campuscandidates are also allowed pursue their studies on the basis of the decision

of the Admission Committee. The maximum time for completing all requirements

is limited to five years from the date of registration. The academic year beginsin April and ends in February every year. Since the course is intensive, the

students are required to be free from any responsibility of the churches or

organizations during their residency.


· The student should complete a total number of 90 credits for threeyear program or 60 credits for two year program, from 6 various

areas for the fulfillment of the course.

· The student is required to have 90% of attendance in each of the

subjects per semester. Failing which lead to debarment from the

examination.

· The student must fulfill all the academic and ministerial requirements.

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Thesis

· Thesis writing is mandatory. It carries six (6) credits. Length of the

thesis should be approximately 20000 words.

· The candidate should submit thesis proposal to the General Mentor

of Thesis at the end of the Second Semester in the second year. Thefaculty committee will approve the proposal.

· Thesis should be the original work of the candidate and should bethoroughly proof read and without errors.

· The Candidate should submit three copies of the thesis to the GeneralMentor of Thesis.

· College will arrange a thesis mentor and an external reader tofacilitate the students. They will evaluate the thesis and the final

grade will be the aggregate of both the evaluation.

3. BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY (B.Th.) (English & Malayalam)

Bachelor of Theology (B. Th.) is a graduate degree program offered byNLBS, and accredited by ATA. This is a basic theological training program.

This degree is recognized by higher educational bodies around the world for

admission to master degrees in theology.

Goals

· To introduce the students the fundamentals of Christian faith, and

to inculcate knowledge about the different branches of theologicaland ministerial disciplines.

· To get the students acquainted to systematic learning of Christian

Theology and to develop independent thinking to respond to the

challenges of life.

· To facilitate the students to understand the socio-economic-religio-

cultural-political realities of India.

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· Students for the B. Th. degree course must meet the eligibility

requirement to register for the first degree of a secular university,

which is a pass in the P.U.C/P.D.C/Higher Secondary/Intermediate

Board Examinations (i.e., 12 years of school).

OR

· Two/three years diploma courses in theology recognized by ATA/

Senate of Serampore.

· The student should have a minimum English proficiency (for B. Th.

English).

· The student should write an entrance examination and appear for

personal interviews. It will be held in the campus. The examinationswill be for English, General Knowledge, and basic Bible knowledge.

· The student should be above age of 18 at the time of admission.


passed 10th and have 3 years of ministerial experience may be

admitted upon successful completion of the qualifying examination.


B. Th. is a three year residential program. An exception to this rule should

have the prior permission from the academic committee of NLBS. Those whofail to meet this requirement will be terminated from studies even after

admission. The maximum time limit for completing all requirements shall be

five years from the date of registration. The academic session begins in Apriland ends in March every year. As the course is demanding, the students are

required to be free from any responsibility of church or any other organization

during their residency. Off-campus candidates are allowed subject to thedecision of the Admission Committee.

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· The student should complete a total number of 120 credits for three

year program from 6 various areas for the fulfillment of the course.

· The student is required to have 90% of attendance for each subject.

Failing which will lead to debarring from the examination.


4. GRADUATE IN THEOLOGY (G.Th.) (Malayalam)

Graduate in Theology (G. Th.) is a Malayalam medium program offeredby the college. This course is designed to train ministers for Malayalee

congregations.

Goals

· This is a program mainly focused on pastoral ministry.

· This is meant for giving the student an in-depth knowledge of the

Bible.


· Successful completion of S.S.L.C or its equivalent (10 or 11 years of

schooling) with eligibility to enter college.


personal interview. It will be held in the campus. The papers for

examination will be General Knowledge and basic Bible knowledge.



completed 10th will be admitted upon successful completion of the

qualifying assessment.

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G. Th. is a three years residential program. An exception to this ruleshould have the prior permission from the academic committee of NLBS. The

failing will cause the termination of candidates. The maximum time limit for

completing all requirements shall be five years from the date of registration.The academic session begins in April and ends in March every year. As the

course is demanding, the students are required to be free from any responsibility

of the church or other organization during their residency. Minimum seats arereserved for off campus students.


• The student should complete a total number of 120 credits for three

year program from 6 various areas for the fulfillment of the course.

• The student is required to have 90% of attendance for each subject.

Failing which will lead to debarring from the examination.

• The student must accomplish all the academic and ministerial

requirements.

5. DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY (Dip.Th. Eng.)

Diploma in Theology is a two year residential program accredited by

ATA. It is a basic theological training for candidates who do not have 10+2

schooling but aspires to do Bachelor of Theology.

Goals

· To qualify graduates to function in Christian ministry.

· To provide Orientation in systematic theological education.


· Successful completion of 10 years of schooling plus some experience

as an apprentice in a trade, profession and/or ministry. Besides, there

ought to be a break of at least a year before they are admitted into

the program.

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personal interview. It will be held in the campus. The examinations

are held for evaluating the General Knowledge and basic Bibleknowledge of the student.



completed 10th will be admitted upon successful completion of the

qualifying assessment.


Dip. Th. is a two year residential program. An exception to this rule

should have the prior permission from the academic committee of NLBS. The

failing will cause the termination of candidates. The maximum time limit for

completing all requirements shall be five years from the date of registration.

The academic session begins in April and ends in March every year. As the

course is demanding, the students are required to be free from any responsibility

of the church or any organization during their residency. Minimum seats are

reserved for off campus students.

Academic Requirements· The student should complete a total number of 72 credits for two year

program from 6 various areas for the fulfillment of the course.

· The student is required to have 90% of attendance for each subject.Failing which will lead to debarring from the examination.


6. CERTIFICATE IN THEOLOGY (C.Th. Eng./Mal.)This is a one year course in Theology offered by the college for those

who are interested in gaining a foundational knowledge of the Bible. It is botha residential and off campus program. Candidates with any level of academicbackground could apply for this program. The medium of instruction will beboth English and Malayalam. The students are obliged to accomplish all theacademic and college requirements.

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II. DISTANCE EDUCATION

The Seminary offers Distance Education program for those who are in

the ministry but are unable to make it to the regular course and also for lay

people who are interested in systematic learning.

1. MASTER OF DIVINITY (M. Div.)


· Successful completion of a Bachelor degree (Bachelor of Theology

from ATA/Senate of Serampore with first or second class [B])

OR

Bachelor Degree (BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BCA/BSW/BBM/BBA) from any

recognized university.

· The student should have a minimum English proficiency for academic

level writings.


personal interview. It will be held in the campus. The examinationswill be for English, General Knowledge and Christian Faith



10+2 and 5 years of ministerial experience may be admitted uponsuccessful completion of the qualifying examination.

Program Duration

M. Div. is a two year program for students with B. Th., and three year

program for secular graduates. An exception to this rule should have the prior

permission of the academic committee of NLBS. Anybody who fails to meetthis requirement will not be permitted to continue the studies. The maximum

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time limit for completing all requirements shall be of five years from the date of

registration.

Important Guidelines

· A text or extracts will be provided for each course.

· Students have to attend 2 seminars in an academic year.

· Average number of courses offered in one semester will be 6.

· Graduation service will be held at the New Life Biblical Seminary

campus.

· Only those who fulfill the requirements of both the college and ATA

will be permitted to graduate with the accredited M.Div.

· Students can avail NLBS library facilities.

· Incomplete applications will not be entertained.

Course Requirements

· Students with a second class B.Th. from ATA/Senate of Serampore

institution need to complete 16 core subjects and 10 optional

subjects.

· Students with a second class B.Th. from non-ATA institution; a

third class B.Th. from an ATA institution; Mature candidates and

· Candidates with a University degree are required to complete 18

core subjects and 7 optional subjects.

· Six Ministry Reports.

· Six Integrated Papers.

· Six Residential Seminars.

· A Thesis of 20,000 words (optional).

· Final exam for each subject.

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Fee Structure

Registration 1000

Fees (per paper) 500

Seminar Fee (for each Semester) 2000

Exam Fee (per subject) 200

Thesis Fee (optional) 3000

Graduation Fee 2000

Magazine 100

Journal 100

Transcript & Certificate fee 500

9,400

BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY (B.Th)B.Th. is a basic theological degree offered by NLBS pre-

dominantly for the layman. Its course description and admission re-quirements are almost similar to the B.Th. residential programme asmentioned above.

Fee Structure

Registration 1000

Fees (per paper) 300

Seminar Fee (for each Semester) 1500

Exam Fee (per subject) 100

Graduation Fee 2000

Magazine 100

Journal 100

Transcript & Certificate fee 250

5350

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NLBS provides Certificate in Christian Counseling in partnership withAgape Partners International, USA. This program aims at equipping Christianleaders and layman to deal with marital/pre-marital issues, parenting issuesand psychological issues in Christian way.

CoursesC01/ Basic Christian Counseling

C02/ Marriage and Family Counseling

C03/ Mental Health Counseling

Course at a Glance

• 12 lectures per course (1 Lecture/week for 3 months)

• First and only Certificate Programme in Christian Counseling offeredfrom a fully biblical perspective relevant for the Indian community.

Besides this course, the centre also provides formal and informalcounseling to the needy as per the prior appointment.

IV. EVENING BIBLE SCHOOL

Evening Bible School is one of the various programs of NLBS. This

programme came into being due to the desire sprouted in the heart of Rev. Dr.

Johnson Daniel to provide theological education for the laity people who areinterested to learn the Word of God in a systematic way. The classes are being

conducted at different parts of Kerala and India. Seminary faculty and other

qualified and committed Christian ministers train men and women throughthese classes at selected places under the guidance of appointed coordinator.

Successful candidates in the evening school will be awarded with Certificate

in Theology in the NLBS Graduation service.

III. NEW LIFE COUNSELING ANDPSYCHOTHERAPY CENTRE

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V. OVERSEAS PROGRAMMES

NLBS provides overseas theological education for the candidateswho resides in the foreign country and has desire to pursue theological studies.Currently we have a centre in UAE Started on 2013. It provides C.Th., Dip.Th,B.Th courses. Rev. Thomas John is the Co-ordinator of UAE Center.

VI. NEW LIFE TRAINING ANDCOUNSELING CENTRE (PUNJAB)

New Life Training and Counseling Centre Punjab, is an outstation ministrystarted by New Life Biblical Seminary, Cheruvakkal, Kollam. It is a two years ofHindi Meduim Programme. New Life Training and Counseling Centre wasinaugurated by Rev. Johnson Daniel on 2009. Rev. Prasad Paul is the Co-ordinator of NLTCC, Punjab.

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NLBS runs on the sacrificial giving of her well-wishers. With the samesacrificial attitude it aims to support the students those who come fromfinancially poor backgrounds. Scholarships are available for deservingcandidates. At the same time all students are required to provide a minimumdonation for the Library. The amount will be fixed by the management by thebeginning of every academic year. Since the scholarship is made available toall, the students are expected to work at least a minimum of one hour on alldays in the campus. Those who are unwilling to do the manual labor for onehour will have to pay an additional amount of Rupees 5000 per year.

Scholarships· If granted, the seminary scholarship will cover only the tuition and

mess fees, in part or whole.

· Seminary – secured sponsorship do not include pocket money, travelallowance, book grants, or medical benefits, nor do they cover fines,exam fee and other expenses personally incurred by the student.

· All scholarships are subject to annual renewal at the discretion ofthe scholarship committee, based on the review of the student’s needs,academic progress and freedom from disciplinary actions.

· If it is found that a student is receiving a scholarship from a sourceoutside the seminary and this has not been notified to the scholarshipcommittee, the seminary – provided scholarship is liable to becancelled.

Work Scholarship· Limited students will be placed on work scholarship to help their

personal needs.

· Work scholarship is completely at the discretion of the managementand scholarship committee.

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54NLBS PROSPECTUS

Legal Notification

All legal disputes are under the jurisdiction of Kottarakkara,Kollam district of Kerala

LOCATION

NLBS is located in the beautiful village of Cheruvakkal (near Ayoor) in

Kollam district of Kerala. It is around 30 Kms away from Kollam railway station

and 60 Kms away from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport. Theprominent towns that lie near the seminary are Kottarakara (20 Kms), and

Ayoor (7 Kms).

From Ayoor one can reach Campus by Auto or Public transportation

(Bus) . The nearest bus stop is Koolikodu and the seminary is just 500 meters

away from that bus stop.

NotificationNLBS management and faculty hold the right to change,

interpret or cancel the information providedin the prospectus.

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7 Kms

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Prospectus 2017 Ajikumar final - NLBSlogical journey. In His Service, Rev. Dr. Rajeevan M. Thomas Principal, NLBS 9 NLBS PROSPECTUS New Life Biblical Seminary, ever since its inception,