From California to Florida: A New Chapter for the Calvary Chapel Bible College

Summary

In this episode of the Stoked Up podcast, Alan Stoddard engages with Kenneth Priest, Brian Kelly, and Justin Thomas to discuss the history and future of Calvary Chapel Bible College as CCBC partners with West Church. They explore the college's origins, its challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the recent decision to relocate to Florida. The conversation highlights the importance of community support, the role of education in ministry, and the potential of the new campus. The guests emphasize the need for partnerships and financial support to ensure the college's success in training the next generation of leaders.

Takeaways

• Calvary Chapel Bible College originated from the Jesus People movement.
• The college aims to equip each generation with a biblical foundation.
• COVID-19 significantly impacted the college's financial viability.
• The move to Florida is seen as a fresh start and opportunity.
• Student reactions to the move have been diverse, with some excited and others hesitant.
• The college seeks to establish strong community ties in Florida.
• Education is crucial for effective ministry in today's culture.
• The new campus has great potential but requires significant investment.
• Partnerships with local churches are essential for the college's success.
• Support for students is a shared responsibility of the church community.

Sound Bites

"We want to be the premier partner Calvary Chapel."

"Change is always hard."

"Bible college can provide a foundation for ministry."

"We can't do this without the Lord and we can't do it alone."

"We need partnerships and prayer."

"We want to help bridge that gap."