David Fincher

Central Christian College of the Bible to Become Central Bible University

Central Christian College of the Bible in Moberly, Missouri, will change its name to Central Bible University effective June 1, 2026. President David Fincher said the update clarifies…

Cincinnati Christian Education Developments in the Years Since CCU’s Closure

David Fincher describes efforts to continue Christian education opportunities in the Cincinnati area via the Russell School of Ministry, CCL Network, and Elliott Library since the closure of…

CCCB’s Graduate Program Takes Russell School of Ministry Name

All three of Central Christian College of the Bible’s locations will use the Russell School of Ministry name for the school’s growing graduate program. Until now, RSM—named for…

10 Ways to Minister to Your Church’s College Students

A student who leaves for college too often leaves the church for good, but students who receive special attention from their home church will realize they are valuable…

10 Common Reasons Students Don’t Attend Christian College . . . and How We Can Respond

David Fincher describes five common reasons students give for not attending college and five reasons students give for not attending a Christian college. Each reason is followed by…

10 Reasons to Send a Student to Christian College for a Year

David Fincher writes, "I have met innumerable donors, volunteers, lifelong ministers, and other Christian leaders who have this in common: They attended a Christian college planning to stay…

CCCB-SLCC Merger Nearing Completion

The merger of Central Christian College of the Bible and St. Louis Christian College is in its final stages, with the two Restoration Movement schools slated to join…

CCLN Looks to Help Churches with Pastoral Transitions

The Christian Church Leadership Network wants to help churches find a better way to transition from one pastor to the next. The organization has developed a working relationship…

Missouri Colleges Will Be ‘Better Together,’ SLCC President Says

Under a merger plan being discussed between Central Christian College of the Bible and St. Louis Christian College, the latter’s campus “will remain open and functioning as normal…

CCCB and SLCC in Merger Discussions

Central Christian College of the Bible and St. Louis Christian College are investigating “the possible benefits of a merger or similar formal arrangement between the two institutions,” according…

CCCB Awards Honorary Doctorates to Pelfrey, Reese

Lloyd Pelfrey and Gareth Reese, both of whom have taught more than 60 years at Central Christian College of the Bible in Moberly, Mo., were honored with honorary…

Elliott Library ‘Cornerstone’ Laid

Three Bibles of historical significance to Cincinnati Christian University were the first books place on the shelves during relocation of the George Mark Elliott Library.

How the Pandemic Impacted Christian Colleges

The COVID-19 pandemic had a devastating financial effect on many small businesses and nonprofit organizations in 2020. But Christian colleges and universities fared relatively well, due in large…

CCCB Resumes In-Person Classes after COVID-19 Cases Subside

Dozens of CCCB Students In Quarantine Or Isolating Due to COVID-19 Outbreak