Estrella Bible Institute

A Ministry of First Southern Baptist Church of Avondale, Estrella Falls Baptist Church, Estrella Baptist Association, and Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary

Jesus Centered, Bible Focused, and Prayer Powered

Estrella Bible Institute

To answer the need for more advanced Bible Study for members and to train future church leaders, we have entered into a partnership with Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary to offer quality training.  We opened with two classes and 12 students in the fall of 2006. 

The seminary provides structure and a plan for excellent classes.  We recruit students, enlist qualified faculty, and offer courses leading to a Diploma in Christian Ministries.

Diploma in Christian Ministries

We offer a Diploma in Christian Ministries.  The training is consistent with college classes, with classes led by professors with Masters Degrees and/or Doctorates. A Diploma in Christian Ministries is granted upon completion of eight 3-hour classes:  Old Testament Survey; New Testament Survey; Baptist History and Polity; Christian Theology Introduction; Communicating the Gospel: Preaching and Teaching that Transforms; Missions, Evangelism and Church Planting; and an elective; for a total of 24 credits.

Spring of 2010 (Beginning Week of Jan 18)

Missions, Evangelism, and Church Planting

New Testament Survey

Fall of 2010 (Beginning Week of Aug 16)

Old Testament Survey

Elective TBD

For More Information

Contact Phil Johnson or Jack Marslender at the offices of the First Southern Baptist Church of Avondale, 1001 N. Central Avenue, Avondale, Arizona  85323.  (623) 932-2723.

Fall 2009 Schedule

How To Enroll

New students need to complete and return an application, a church endorsement form (we will endorse members of FSBCA or EFBC), two passport size photos (we can take if needed), a Christian conduct form, and a $25 application fee. 

Continuing students can contact us to enroll in a new class. The forms are available online or in the offices of the First Southern Baptist Church, 1001 N. Central Avenue, Avondale, AZ, 85323.

Application

Church Endorsement Form

Christian Conduct

Audit  Form (No tests, assignments, or credit)

Costs

There is a $25 one-time application fee.  The first class in any semester costs $200.  Any additional classes costs $150.  There are no other fees. That's it!