About UsMission Statement
[ Institutional Goals | Student Goals | Core Values]
Lancaster Bible College exists for the purpose of educating Christian men and women to live according to a biblical world view and to serve through professional Christian ministries. At the College, we recognize that human beings are total beings, having not only spiritual, but also social and physical areas of life. We believe that a true education is one that includes the development of the person physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. The philosophy of our education, therefore, centers in the development of the total being to that person’s greatest potential as a servant of Jesus Christ. To assist in accomplishing its purpose, the College has developed the following institutional and student goals.
Lancaster Bible College endeavors:
- To preserve the integrity of its mission and legacy, by the grace of God, while planning its future direction and viability.
- To teach sound doctrine through a proper interpretation of the Scriptures governed by grammatical, historical, and contextual hermeneutics and in a manner consistent with the Scriptures themselves.
- To prepare Christian men and women professionally for full-time Christian careers and to be a leadership development and resource center for Bible-believing churches in the northeastern part of the United States.
- To provide educational opportunities for lay leadership through formal instruction, special seminar programs, consultation, special resource services to local church ministries, and on-campus events.
- To witness to God’s grace through an active external Christian service ministry to the population of Lancaster County and the surrounding counties.
- To provide a positive Christian influence in the greater Lancaster community by providing educational, cultural, and spiritual activities for the community.
- To provide and maintain God-honoring resources through the development and maintenance of campus facilities in an attractive and functional manner.
Core ValuesA graduate of Lancaster Bible College is prepared:
- To be a maturing Christian who leads a life consistent with biblical teachings and serves the Lord Jesus Christ through church-related ministries.
- To have an integrated view of reality that includes a comprehensive knowledge of the Bible, a broad knowledge of humanity and the human environment, and a fundamental understanding of the skills and tools necessary for effective ministries.
- To possess skills for critical thought, for scholarly research, and for the integration of knowledge which will aid in continued independent and creative research.
- To possess reading, writing, listening, speaking, and computing skills necessary for effective communication.
- To be an emotionally stable individual who understands and accepts oneself and who is self-directed.
- To demonstrate loving concern for all people through effective communication of the gospel of Jesus Christ and through edifying interpersonal relationships.
- To demonstrate leadership and cooperation with others in the home, community, local church, and related organizations.
- To have an informed appreciation of humanity’s cultural heritage.
- To be a responsible citizen who respects governmental authority and makes positive contributions to society.
- To develop good habits of personal hygiene and physical fitness.
LBC has established a set of core values to serve as the compass for fulfilling its mission. The LBC experience is an important factor in the development of ministry leaders. LBC’s core values are as follows :
- Commitment to Biblical Higher Education
LBC is a Bible college with Bible as the major of the curriculum and the core of concern. The College exists to prepare people for ministry and is a professional institution of higher education. Central to activities and decisions at the College is a strong commitment to the Scriptures.- Pursuit of Quality Education and Operation
LBC believes that its work is of ultimate value and has eternal consequences. The facilities, equipment, personnel, policies, and procedures should be the highest quality possible within the resource limitations of the College. There is a constant striving for improvement in every area of the College operation. The pursuit of quality in education is reflected by a balanced curriculum, incorporation of experience with academics, and the promotion of life-long learning.- An Environment Which Encourages Spiritual Life and Growth
Programs shall foster and all personnel, from Board of Trustees to students, shall model the development of a healthy spiritual life experience. Our commitment is to the authority of the Scriptures and a sensitivity to how Scriptural truth applied to every area of life promotes godly character. Prayer, Bible study, and Stewardship are critical elements of spiritual growth that are promoted in all areas of student, faculty, Board, Corporation, administration, and staff development.- A Ministry and Service Mindset
The faculty, staff, students, and alumni are committed to love the Lord and serve His Church through the exercise of talents, gifts, and abilities entrusted to their care. This is regularly demonstrated by active involvement in personal Christian service activities, such as: musical ministries, speaking and consulting at local churches, and in various community organizations. In addition, various members of the administration, faculty, and staff participate in leading student missionary teams on short-term ministries.- A Culture that is Team-Oriented
The commitment of faculty, staff, and administration is to work together in a cooperative way for the glory of God and the good of the Body of Christ. Excitement and enthusiasm for the ministry of the College is manifested through a positive work ethic, utilization of God-given gifts and abilities, sensitivity to leadership, and Christ-like conduct.- A Campus Climate that is Family-Oriented
The administration, faculty, and staff are pledged to work with students in a way that will enrich their lives as sons and daughters and disciples of the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. Created in the image of God, each individual is viewed as both unique and full of worth and potential. Appreciation of diverse races, cultures, denominations, and abilities is fostered.- Institutional/Operational Integrity
The College is committed to honesty and responsibility in every aspect of the operation and strives to meet the highest standards of truthfulness and obedience to the laws of God and man.