Educate, Equip, & Empower
The mission of Bethany College is to educate, equip, and empower the next generation of leaders for local church ministry here and around the world. Through both one-year and accredited degree programs, students will graduate uniquely equipped to become part of the next generation of church leaders.
By combining classroom and hands-on learning, the programs at Bethany College are designed to educate and prepare students to become capable members and leaders in churches around the world. Students receive teaching in a classroom environment as well as experience working side-by-side with Bethany Church’s pastors and staff. This combination of academic instruction, spiritual development, and ministry training functions to grow students both mentally and spiritually.
Started in 1963 in Baker, Louisiana, Bethany is one of the leading churches in America and has been dedicated to equipping people to engage the call of God on their lives for over 50 years. Bethany College offers students a practical way to work toward achieving the church’s vision of bringing all people into the life, family, and purpose of God.
This vision has always been the heart of the church, starting in 1978 with the launch of Ministers Training Institute. MTI provided indispensable training to hundreds of men and women who wanted to follow the Lord in full-time service. In 2013, MTI was absorbed into Bethany College. The college exists to give sound biblical theology, provide an atmosphere for a transformed spiritual life, and equip people with ministry skills to impact the local church, community, marketplace, and beyond.
