Great Lakes Bible College โ Organization Profile
Great Lakes Bible College (GLBC) is a private Christian post-secondary Bible college associated with the a cappella churches of Christ. GLBC states its mission is to provide a university-level program of Bible education that prepares students for effective spiritual living, Christian service, leadership, and world evangelism. The college emphasizes Scripture-centered learning with an aim of equipping disciples to serve faithfully in the church and the world.
GLBC is based in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, and describes its primary service focus as churches of Christ throughout Canada and the northern United States. While rooted in Southern Ontario, the school has expanded its delivery formats over time, noting the growth of online study (including synchronous and asynchronous participation) that allows students to take courses from across Canada and beyond. This delivery flexibility supports learners preparing for vocational ministry, bivocational service, and deeper biblical formation within local congregations.
Academically, GLBC organizes its instruction around three integrated streamsโBible, Ministry, and Worldviewโand offers multiple credential pathways. These include the Certificate of Biblical Studies (CBS) (one year), Diploma of Biblical Studies (DBS) (two years), Bachelor of Religious Education (BRE) (three years), and Bachelor of Theology (BTh) (four years). The degree programs incorporate supervised practice components such as Field Education, Ministry Experience, and an Internship requirement within the BTh track, reflecting GLBCโs commitment to combining classroom study with practical ministry development.
GLBC also highlights an ongoing rhythm of worship and learning through its chapel and teaching resources, including a chapel archive and regular live online gatherings. In addition to term-based courses, the college hosts events and short-course learning opportunities that serve churches and individuals seeking targeted biblical teaching and ministry enrichment. These offerings function as both training and encouragement for congregations and emerging leaders.
Ways to engage with GLBC include applying for credit study or auditing courses, participating in events, and supporting the schoolโs mission financially. The college provides online giving options and additional giving pathways, and it also promotes planned giving through its Generation to Generation initiativeโan effort to encourage long-term stewardship that strengthens biblical education and ministry training for future students.
GLBCโs publicly listed leadership includes a president and academic dean who guide institutional direction, faculty, and program development. Together with staff and adjunct instructors, this team supports the schoolโs goal of equipping Christian leaders from Waterloo, Ontario for service across Canada, the northern United States, and beyond.
Key Links
- Website: https://www.glbc.ca/
- Our Story / Mission & Vision: https://www.glbc.ca/glbc-story
- Academic Programs (CBS/DBS/BRE/BTh): https://www.glbc.ca/academic-programs
- Bachelor of Theology (BTh): https://www.glbc.ca/bachelor-of-theology
- Requirements (including international student note): https://www.glbc.ca/requirements
- Learning Model & Experience: https://www.glbc.ca/learning-experience
- Donate / Give: https://www.glbc.ca/give
- Planned & Legacy Giving: https://www.glbc.ca/planned-and-legacy-giving
- Generation to Generation (planned giving initiative): https://www.glbc.ca/generation-to-generation-giving
- Work & Volunteer Opportunities: https://www.glbc.ca/work-and-volunteer
Contact Information
- Email: in**@**bc.ca
- Phone: 226-507-5452
- Mailing address: 470 Glenelm Crescent, Waterloo, ON N2L 5C8, Canada
Socials
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Great-Lakes-Bible-College-171200129715757/
- X: https://x.com/glbiblecollege
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@glbiblecollege
- Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/glbiblecollege
Leadership
- Immanuel Velasco โ President
- Paul Birston โ Dean
- Nathan Brown โ Primary Faculty
