Bear Valley has a great impact in Nigeria

INTRODUCTION

We shall continue to be eternally grateful to God Almighty for His grace by bringing Bear Valley Bible Institute to us. We have not had it so good as we have it today.  The congregations within our State have started feeling the good impact of the school through some of our students who were their members. 

May God Almighty bless the entire Bear Valley leadership and all the sponsors of the school. Presently we have 40 students, (Nnewi 10, Awada 17, Okpoko 12).

ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES

The following course were taught in our various centers:

Nnewi Center: Old Testament 1 (The books of the Law). Teacher was Everest Eneh

Awada Center:  Church History: Teacher was Faith Jonathan

Okpoko Center: Church History: Teacher was Ogbonna Vincent

EVANGELISM/LECTURESHIP

Anambra preachers and leaders held a One Day lectureship. One of our lectures, Aniamalu Felix and myself, Ezeh Chijioke handled the two key notes. The topics discussed were "The Preacher's family"  and  "The Responsibilities of the Church Towards Her Ministers" about 50 leading from various congregations attended the program.

CHALLENGES

The major challenge confronting us is the decline of our students because of the economic situation of our country. Many are struggling to survive. 

CONCLUSION

By the grace of God our lecturers are doing a great job in delivering the courses to the understanding of our students and also to the strict adherent to the Bear Valley guidelines.

We hope that the impact of their work will continue to shape our various congregations for more fruitful work in the Lord"s Vineyard.

Ezeh Chijioke( BVBIN Director, Awada, Okpoko & Nnewi Centers)

BVBI in Nigeria Celebrates Successful Evangelistic Campaign

REPORT OF THE BEAR VALLEY BIBLE INSTITUTE NIGERIA– WARRI CENTER

MAY 2025 

INTRODUCTION

Recalling the events of the month of May is a testament to the goodness of God as the Bear Valley family continues to make an impact in various parts of the world. The impacts could not have been possible if not for the tireless and God-loving brethren who constantly provide the resources, as well as the logistics, for the wonderful work that is being done in different parts of the world. May the Father of all grace bless us all as we continue to navigate through the challenges.

DSC CENTER

The course for the month was Biblical Geography by Abiola Vincent. At the end of the study, students were able to understand the following: Historical background of the Bible and the various physical features of the Old Testament World and Journeys of the Patriarchs with the aid of a Map. 2. The Journeys of Christ in Palestine and the Political history of that time. 3. The Journeys of the early disciples of Christ. 4. Definition of the following terms: a. Geographic Study b. Geography c. Geology d. Theology e. Biblical Chronology. A total of four students sat for the examination.

PTI CENTER

In the month under review, the director, Solomon Usim, led the students through the study of the preacher and his work. It was an eye-opening class because the author of the material did a fantastic job of revealing the ramifications of the challenges and expectations of the work of a preacher. It was indeed a blessing, not just to the students, but also to the instructor. The lesson considered four major areas: the preacher and his preparations and delivery, the preacher and his family, the preacher and the elders, and the preacher and his exit. One interesting part is that preachers must learn how to quietly exit the church when the center can no longer hold. It is a difficult thing to note that the congregation no longer enjoys the services of the preacher, yet the preacher is lording it over the brethren. A total of 14 persons attended the class.

UGHELLI CENTER

Godwin Ojocheogwu led the discussion through the books of 1 & 2 PETER AND JUDE. The counsel from the books includes, but not limited to, the following: guard the truth, grow in godliness, and stay alert for Christ’s return. Peter’s epistles encourage believers to stand firm in their faith during times of suffering, reminding them of their identity in Christ and their future inheritance. The book of Jude is a short letter in the New Testament, which is centered on contending for the faith and warning against false teachers who distort the gospel and lead others astray. Jude urges believers to defend the true Christian faith. This sets the tone for the entire letter. Jude strongly warns against certain individuals who have secretly slipped into the church and that God’s judgment is certain. Six out of about 10 students attended the class.

GANA CENTER

Gabi Alaba discussed Writing, Language, and Research. This is one course that may seem odd in the discipline of Biblical studies, yet its relevance cannot be undermined. It supplies the students with an understanding of the rules, functions, and operations of basic English. This is necessary because without an understanding of language, the Bible truth remains hidden and unreachable. Therefore, this course is packed with writing skills, communication skills, research strategies, and several other related matters. At Gana Agbarha Centre, 10 students were in attendance; with good participation.

EVANGELISM CAMPAIGN

Summary of the Evangelism Campaign at Agbarha-Otor on the 30 & 31st May, 2025. On Friday night, there were over 60 persons in attendance. This included prospects and brethren. The Bear Valley instructors spoke throughout the open-air session. On Saturday, 31st May, was the day for door-to-door Evangelism. There were over 100 persons in attendance. This was inclusive of some members of the Bear Valley students and faculty members as well as Bear Valley Warri Alumni. In fact, brethren within the Agbarha-Otor community came out en masse to support the programme. The community people were receptive. It was an awesome experience to share God’s word with the Oghara Agbarha people. At the time of compiling this report, no baptism had been recorded.

STATISTICS

1.  Number of Students: Fifty-nine (64), Seventeen (17) at PTI, Twenty-seven (27) at DSC and twenty (20) at Ughelli /Gana center.

2.  Number of Graduates (if any this year) 18

3.  Number of Campaigns: One

4.  Number of Baptisms: None

5.  Number of any New Churches Planted: None.

6.  Number of Churches Restored. None

7.  Number of Teachers: Seven (7)

8.  Number of Restorations: None

Note that although about 18 people graduated, there are one or two courses that they have left to take.

Conclusion

The month of May was an interesting month, especially because of the evangelism programme at Oghara Agharah Otor. We are thankful to God for guiding the faculty and students, as well as all other brethren who were in attendance.

Port Harcourt Anticipates Third Graduation

JUNE 2025, REPORT FROM BEAR VALLEY BIBLE INSTITUTE PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE NIGERIA, WEST AFRICA
Lectures are going on at our two centers. We are teaching two courses in one month in each of our two centers. At the end of May 2025, we concluded Exams on the book of Revelation and Old Testament History 1 and 2. New courses are coming up this month of June, beginning Friday 6th June 2025. 

ANOTHER SET OF OUR STUDENTS WILL COMPLETE THE REQUIRED NUMBER OF COURSES IN THE MONTH OF JULY, 2025.
As reported in our last report, we have another set of our students who will complete the 48 courses and 3 elective courses at the end of next month (July 2025). We are happy that another set of students will soon be due for graduation. And that will be our 3rd graduation within the period of 6 years of existence in Port Harcourt Rivers State Nigeria. The outgoing of the 3rd set will give room for new admissions. We are already campaigning for prospective students for admission.

NEW STUDENT’S ADMISSION DRIVE IS ON THE WAY
From this month of June 2025, the director and teachers will begin visitations to congregations in Port Harcourt and other areas within Rivers State, Nigeria, to campaign for prospective students’ admission into our schools. The planned visitations to the congregations will begin on Sunday 8th June 2025. We will continue the visitations until we get a reasonable number of students in each of our centres to replace the outgoing ones.  

STUDENTS AND TEACHERS EVANGELISM OUTREACH IN THE MONTH OF MAY, 2025
In the month of May 2025; the teachers and students of Bear Valley Bible Institute Port Harcourt Nigeria, went out for evangelism outreach at Omachi community in Port Harcourt Rivers State Nigeria. At the evangelism program, the students and teachers went to houses, shops and streets, preached the gospel of Christ and distributed gospel tracts. At the end of the Evangelism program, we got some prospects who promised to worship with the local congregation in the area.

ONE OF OUR STUDENTS GOT MARRIED ON THE MONTH OF JUNE, 2025.
On 3rd May, 2025, one of our students, who is also a preacher of a local congregation in Port Harcourt, got married. Our students in Port Harcourt centre were in the marriage ceremony to celebrate with him.

APPRECIATION
The teachers and students of BVBI Port Harcourt, Nigeria, are grateful to our sponsors in United States of America for their supports.  We want them to know that their efforts and support are getting great results and success in our schools in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

Reports from:
Anthony Ejike Oluria,
(Director BVBI Rivers State Nigeria, West Africa)

BVBI in Nigeria prepares for a Leadership Workshop

BVBIN OWERRI CENTER

REPORT FOR -MAY 2025

GREETINGS

 Greetings to you all in the precious name of Jesus Christ our Lord. 

We are exceedingly grateful to God for your unalloyed support to us in equipping workers for our master’s work. 

 We will continue to put in our best no matter the challenges we are facing.

SCHOOL EVENT 

 Lectures didn't hold most Saturdays as some days were rescheduled to another time due to security reasons. Fulani herdsmen infiltrated Imo state and were blocking roads and kidnapping people, hence it affected some of our days.

OUTREACH 

We are still working with preachers in Owerri for the revival of the congregation in Umuago in Imo state. To the glory of God, most of the members who left are now back to the fold, and as of the last Sunday of May, the congregation has grown to 20 members.

We are still in search of  a volunteer minister who will be stationed there.

UPCOMING EVENTS

 We are still working on our schedule to host a two-day preachers and church leaders workshop in collaboration with Amaigbo congregation.

STUDENTS

We have a total of 26  students now, those with commitment with regular attendance dangles between 14 and 16.

Although some of them are passing through financial difficulties, which is affecting their transportation to school.

We want to sincerely thank you all for finding us useful. We assure you that we must keep the flag high and your confidence in us will not be in vain while you pray for us.

May God continue to bless and keep you all as you work for Him.

Yours because of Christ,

Chinedu Akandu

Director

Nigerian School conducts Door to Door Evangelism

It is my pleasure to bring to you the work report of last month from the study center here in Jalingo Taraba State. 

Our class activities continue as usual, as brother Bala Egbwakoteh taught the students the Major Prophets. 

Our students, with the instructors, continue to teach and preach in various congregations assigned to them by the school evangelism coordinator. Total number of 18 Bible studies were conducted involving 46 people during door to door evangelism. A family of three was restored back to faith during an indoor lectureship at the Church of Christ Iware where one of our students, Kingsley Francis, preaches. 

Brotherly,

Madaki Itom Elkanah

School in Nigeria Prepares for a Second Study Center

BEAR VALLEY BIBLE INSTITUTE - NIGERIA
Enugu Study Center
Second Quarter Report of May

*Introduction*
All glory must be to the Lord Almighty, for He alone is worthy of our praise. And to the management board of the international and national body of Bear Valley Bible Institute worldwide.
The principal, goals, and objectives of BVBI Family were observed within the period of writing this report, and will continue to be the paramount goal of the BVBIN Enugu Study Center.
We are grateful to God for another quarter to work for Him.

*I. ACTIVITIES*
1. As reported earlier on 3/4/2025, between last month April to this May , the course hold in April was Acts of the apostles by Onwuka Kelechukwu.      
This May is handled by Sunday Utobo personal Evangelism 1, as in accordance with the newly developed curriculum.
2. We have 15 prospects to follow up.
3. The earliest propose kick off of the second study center located at Emene could not hold as we are unable to meet up with logistics, we rescheduled the kick off to be first week of June by God's grace, we have 15 registered students.
4. Through the effort of the director and the students, a soul was restored back to faith at the church of Christ Garriki.

*Instructors*
1. Onwuka Kelechukwu (April)
2. Sunday Utobo   (May)

*Summary*
We appreciate your support for the program and pray that God will continue to bless your efforts and other supporters.

Thank you.
Your in his vineyard
Onwuka SJ Kelechukwu
Director, BVBIN Enugu Study Cente

Students in Nigeria continue to Evangelize and Study

BEAR VALLEY BIBLE INSTITUTE NIGERIA

AGEGE –LAGOS STUDY CENTRE

QUARTERLY REPORT

It is a thing of joy that the program of the Agege study Centre has run smoothly this period of three months. Our gratitude goes to God Almighty, whose love and grace has been our guide. To Him be all the glory forever and ever.

CLASS ACTIVITIES

Three courses were successfully completed during the period: Bro Gbenga Ilori taught the book of James, Bro Akanimoh Archibong taught the book of Galatians and Bro Israel Tajomavwo taught 2 Corinthians.

EVANGELISM:

The centre engaged in evangelism activities. We worked with the Church of Christ, Olowora on Saturday, 29th March, 2025. During this campaign outing, a good number of souls were preached to, whom we still follow up with.

BAPTISM: During this period, three souls were baptized as a result of follow-up of prospects on our earlier campaign outings. Bro Hope Udo William was baptized on the 6th of April, 2025; while Bro Adeniyi Adenuga and Sister Adeola Adenuga from the same family were baptized on 20th April, 2025 to the glory of God.

APPRECIATION:

We sincerely appreciate the International and local management and administrators of Bear Valley Bible Institute, for the efforts they make in making sure that the programmes of the school run smoothly; especially Bro. Keith Kasarjian who took the pains to visit our centre during the quarter to make sure that things were done properly. May God continue to grant you all it takes to continue to pilot the activities of the school. May God Almighty continue to grant all of you the enablement to do the work of our Master.   

CONCLUSION:

We pledge our continuous efforts to make sure that the vision of the school which anchors on training men who will take the gospel to the lost world to bring them to Christ.

Once again, we thank the management and sponsors of Bear Valley Bible Institute.

Emmanuel Chukwuka Odo

Bearvalley Bible Institute

Agege Lagos Study Centre

Students in Benin City work with Local Congregations

Introduction

With a joyful heart and thanksgiving to God Almighty and the Bear Valley family worldwide, I present the report of the Bear Valley Bible Institute Nigeria – Benin City for the first quarter of 2025. This quarter witnessed a combination of enriching academic activities, field evangelism, and significant spiritual impact on local congregations.

Academic Activities

Students participated actively in classroom instruction, fieldwork, and spiritual exercises, including baptisms. Under my supervision, the following courses were taught:

The Book of Revelation

The Preacher and His Work

Church History

All courses were judiciously handled by our instructors, and examinations were conducted. The students performed excellently, demonstrating both academic and spiritual growth.

Evangelism

On March 29, 2025, students and faculty collaborated with the Church of Christ at Street 10, Idumnowina Road, Opposite Mother Mary Way, Upper Mission Extension, Benin City, for a community evangelism outreach.

During this exercise, Brother Fidelis Daniel, one of our instructors, shared a remarkable testimony. A woman who had been praying for God’s guidance to find the true church received the evangelism team warmly when they knocked on her door. Though she has not yet obeyed the gospel through baptism, she has since been consistent in attending services. We continue to pray that the Lord opens her heart to full obedience.

Impact

The Bear Valley Bible Institute – Benin City continues to make notable contributions to the Kingdom. Congregations are increasingly recognizing the value of our students, often appointing them as preachers.

A key highlight this quarter is the appointment of Brother Anthony Osadiaye, one of our students, as the full-time minister of the Church of Christ, Saint Saviour, Owie Road, Benin City. We give thanks to God and express our deep appreciation to the Bear Valley family for their support.

Additionally, our students maintain evangelistic efforts in their home congregations, which has led to a consistent increase in baptisms and local church growth.

Conclusion

We give all glory to God for the progress of the work in Benin City and express sincere gratitude to the Bear Valley family for their continued partnership and support.

Submitted by:

Dunia Christopher

Bear Valley Bible Institute Nigeria – Benin City

April 2025.

Students Abuja, Nigeria look forward to Upcoming Graduation

REPORT FROM BVBIN ABUJA STUDY CENTERS

We are pleased to announce that God has been faithful, and the school is progressing successfully to His glory. We currently have two centers and seven lecturers operating simultaneously at the different study centers, taking turns each Saturday to lead and direct the students.

Presently, the Kubwa center has new intakes numbering 3, bringing the total to 8 students, while the Nyanya center has a total of ten (10) students. Some students are concluding their studies and internship programs in various congregations.

By God's special grace, our second batch of graduations is scheduled for May 31st, 2025. Dr. James Ikwulono, Senior Lecturer at SBS Jos, will be our convocation lecturer.

During the period under review, we conducted several evangelism programs. BVBIN collaborated with the Abuja and Environs Ministers' Forum and the Gospel Chariot Team to carry out these programs.

Permit me to say that we are moving and planning fast because of the convocation and matriculation coming up on the 31st.

Students in Agege, Nigeria, a Successful Quarter

BEARVALLEY BIBLE INSTITUTE NIGERIA

AGEGE –LAGOS STUDY CENTRE

QUARTERLY REPORT 

It is a thing of joy that the programme of the Agege study Centre had run smoothly this period of three months. Our gratitude goes to God Almighty whose love and grace has been our guide. To Him be all the glory forever and ever.

CLASS ACTIVITIES

Three courses were successfully completed during the period: Bro Gbenga Ilori taught the book of James, Bro Akanimoh Archibong taught the book of Galatians and Bro Israel Tajomavwo taught 2 Corinthians.

EVANGELISM:

The centre engaged in evangelism activities. We worked with the Church of Christ, Olowora on Saturday, 29th March, 2025. During this campaign outing a good number of souls were preached to, whom we still follow up.

BAPTISM:

During this period, three souls were baptized as a result of follow-up of prospects on our earlier campaign outings. Bro Hope Udo William was baptized on the 6th of April, 2025; while Bro Adeniyi Adenuga and Sister Adeola Adenuga from the same family was baptized on 20th April, 2025 to the glory of God.

APPRECIATION:

We sincerely appreciate the International and local management and administrators of Bear Valley Bible Institute for the efforts they make in making sure that the programmes of the school run smoothly; especially Bro. Keith Kasarjian, who took the pains to visit our centre during the quarter to make sure that things were done properly. May God continue to grant you all it takes to continue to pilot the activities of the school. We also appreciate the efforts of the sponsors. We appreciate the efforts of Bro Chad Wagner, May God Almighty continue to grant all of you the enablement to do the work of our Master.   

CONCLUSION:

We pledge our continuous efforts to make sure that the vision of the school which anchors on training men who will take the gospel to the lost world to bring them to Christ.

Once again, we thank the management and sponsors of Bear Valley Bible Institute.

Emmanuel Chukwuka Odo

Bear Valley Bible Institute

Agege Lagos Study Centre

Students in Nigeria hold Successful Lectureship

BVBIN OWERRI CENTER: QUARTERLY REPORT (MARCH-MAY) 2025

Calvary greetings to you all in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. 

We are exceedingly grateful to God for using you and for your unalloyed support to us in equipping workers for our master’s work. 

We will always remain grateful to God and we will continue to put in our best despite the challenges we are facing.

SCHOOL EVENT 

We successfully had our matriculation in April, we also had lectureship with the theme: ELEVATED PULPIT, ELEVATED CHURCH which was well handled by bro Solomon Usim.

We also recognised and appreciated some brethren who have been very supportive of the school from Inception.

OUTREACH 

We collaborated with preachers in Owerri to revive a congregation in in a place called Umuago in Imo state. This congregation was established, the traditional ruler of the community was converted, and he donated a piece of land to the church for church building. Unfortunately, the preacher that was there messed up and the congregation went comatose with only 4 brethren remaining. To the glory of God, the congregation has "risen from the dead" as it has grown to 16 members within April.

We are in search of a minister who will be stationed there, meanwhile we have a brother who goes there every weekend.

Also, our work aimed at reviving the congregation at MCC Urratta, a suburb of Owerri which also went comatose is progressing.

UPCOMING EVENTS

By June, we will be hosting a two-day preachers and church leaders workshop in collaboration with Amaigbo congregation with the theme: ELEVATED PULPIT, ELEVATED CHURCH. 

This was the theme of the school lectureship and we feel that it will be highly beneficial to preachers and church leaders; that's why, in our quest to help as many as possible come to a better knowledge of scriptural things, we chose it. We have already pulled out several topics from the theme.

We have already gotten in touch with people like Bros Mike Udam, Solomon Usim, and others to be our resource persons.

STUDENTS

We have a total of 26  students now, those with commitment with regular attendance dangles between 14 and 16.

BAPTISM 

Within this period, we had 3 baptisms in the Okigwe area through efforts of our students to the glory of God.

We want to sincerely thank you all for finding us useful. We assure you that we must keep the flag high, and your confidence in us will not be in vain while you pray for us.

May God continue to bless and keep you all as you work for Him.

Yours because of Christ 

Chinedu Akandu

Director

BVBI in Port Harcourt Nigeria Anticipates third Graduation

SECOND QUARTER, 2025 REPORT FROM BEAR VALLEY BIBLE INSTITUTE PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE NIGERIA, WEST AFRICA 
As reported in our first quarter 2025 report, we had our 2nd graduation ceremony where 17 former students were graduated. That second graduation brought the total number of graduates that had successfully left our school in Rivers to 50. After the graduation ceremony which took place on February 8th, 2025, we are left with 32 students in our two centers. 

LECTURES CONTINUED AFTER THE GRADUATION CEREMONY
At the close of the graduation ceremony on February 8th, 2025, normal lectures continued in earnest at our two centers, we are teaching two courses in one month in each of our two centers.

ANOTHER SET OF OUR STUDENTS ARE VERY CLOSE TO THE COMPLETION OF 48 COURSES AND 3 ELECTIVE COURSES
We are happy to report that another set of our students are very close to the completion of the 48 courses and 3 elective courses. At the last check on the courses covered, we discovered that another set of students will soon be due for graduation. And that will be our third set of students to graduate within the period 6 years of our existence in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. The outgoing of the 3rd set will give room for new admissions. We are already campaigning for prospective students to come for admission  

STUDENTS AND TEACHERS EVANGELISM OUTREACH IN THE MONTH OF MARCH. 2025
In the month of March 2025; the teachers and students of Bear Valley Bible Institute Port Harcourt Nigeria, went out for evangelism outreach at Eligbolo community in port Harcourt Rivers State Nigeria. At the evangelism program, the students and teachers went to houses, shops and streets, preached the gospel of Christ and distributed gospel tracts. While the evangelism was ongoing, we discovered some members of the church who were living in the area without knowing where the church is meeting, we took them to where the church meets for worship and we encouraged them to start attending the worship services of the church.

APPRECIATION
The teachers and students of Bear Valley Bible Institute Rivers State are grateful to Bro. Chad Wagner for attending our two graduation ceremonies.

Also, we are grateful to our sponsors in United States of America for their support.  We want them to know that their efforts and support are getting great results and success in our schools in two centers in Rivers State.

Reports from:
Anthony Ejike Oluria,
(Director, BVBI Rivers State, Nigeria, West Africa)

BVBI Students in Nigeria continue to Study and Evangelize

2ND QUARTER REPORT FROM BVBIN, AFIKPO CENTER.

It is interesting to note that the arrival of Bear Valley Bible Institute in Afikpo opened the eyes of the congregations of the Lord and even the denominational churches.

Total of 19 students were admitted but 15 students are dedicatedly attending classes.

From the first quarter till this date of report (5th May, 2025), four (4) courses (Writing and Research, How We Got the Bible, Scheme of Redemption & Christian Ethics) have been taught and final exams written. Presently in this month of May, 2025, Christian Evidence is ongoing. Each course opens the eyes of the students due to the qualitative delivery of the courses by the Lecturers (8 hours per Saturday).

EVANGELISM: The students in collaboration with the local congregations around Afikpo embarked on evangelism  in Enohia Itim community and Akpoha community respectively. Good work was done in both communities.

As a result of the collective efforts of students and Lecturers, a total of 15 BAPTISMS has been recorded, with many prospects. Two souls converted backslided and efforts are being made for restoration. We need your prayers for the restoration efforts.

Reuben Uche Egwu, the Director of BVBIN, Afikpo center reporting

Students and Teachers in Nigeria continue to Evangelize

INTRODUCTION 

May we start by thanking the Almighty God for the journey so far. And also our appreciation goes to the leadership of Bear Valley Bible Institute, Denver Colorado USA, for your continued support to us in this noble program. We will not fail to express our profound gratitude to the international Directors of extension and the assistant (brother Keith Kasarjian, and Chad Wagner) for their servanthood leadership. Worthy of mention is the tireless efforts from our national Director, Olufemi Makinde and all his assistants, may our loving Father bless all of you in Jesus Christ name.
ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES 

Below are the academic activities from January - April 2025. The following courses were taught by the following teachers.

January  2025, Bible Geography was taught at Awada center by Vincent Ogbonna, while 1&2 Peter and Jude was taught by Faith Jonathan. Nnewi center took Acts of the Apostles and Everest Eneh taught the class.

February 2025, Leadership was taught by Chidi Chibunna and Felix Aniamalu at Awada and Okpoko centers. While Nnewi center took Homiletics 1 and it was taught by Innocent Nwigwe.

March 2025, The book of 1 Corinthians was taught both in Awada and Okpoko centers and Everest Eneh and Ezeh Chijioke handled the course. Nnewi center took Homiletics 11, and it was handled  by Vincent Ogbonna.

April 2025, The book of 1 Corinthians was taught both at Awada and Okpoko centers by Innocent Nwigwe and Felix Aniamalu. While Marriage and Family Life was taught by Chidi Chibunna at Nnewi Center.

EVANGELISM/ LECTURESHIP

We held our first Inaugural Lectureship/Matriculation on March 5th. 2025. Our guest speakers were brothers, Usim Solomon Ifeanyichukwu (Director NIATS/BVBIN Ntigha Onicha Ngwa Abia State), and Prof. Christian Churchhill Obeagu law department, Enugu State University). The theme of the lectureship was "The Church and Christian Education". About 85 brethren attended the program.

The matriculation also took place and 43 students were matriculated into BVBIN.

On April 6, 2025, two of our lecturers (Innocent Nwigwe and Vincent Ogbonna), two students (Ogbuzuru Joseph and Ezeh Ginikachukwu) and myself worshipped at Ojoto Nnewi for the inaugural beginning of a new congregation with brother David, who was, until his baptism, with his son a denomination pastor. He invited some of his former members that day and after the worship service 4 of them obeyed the gospel and were baptized into Christ.

On April, 2025 I worshipped at Awada were one of our lecturers (Vincent Ogbonna) is preaching, (that is my former congregation where I preached for 15 years) after the worship service, the preacher and I engaged the visitors and one of the obeyed the gospel and she was baptized into Christ.

We are also very active in radio evangelism which many of our lecturers are presenters in the programs.

CHALLENGES

The bad economic situation of our country Nigeria is really affecting many of our students. Many are struggling to survive and this has brought about some of them dropping from the school. We have been encouraging them to persevere till the end.

CONCLUSION 

By the grace our God, we are pledging that we will continue to live up to the expectations and trust reposed on us by the BVBI leadership and to do better this year by going around again to carry out sensation for more students to join. Once again thank you for your continued partnership. May God bless you reachly.

Ezeh Chijioke (Director BVBI, Awada, Okpoko, and Nnewi, Anambra State Nigeria)

Big plans in Lafia, Nigeria

Bear Valley Bible Institute Church of Christ, Lafia

Quarterly Report

Period Covered: January – April 2025

Submitted: May 5, 2025

Introduction

We give all glory to God for His faithfulness throughout the first quarter of 2025. This report summarizes the activities, achievements, and challenges of the Bear Valley Bible Institute Church of Christ, Lafia, from January to March 2025.

Academic Progress Enrollment: Total enrolled students this quarter: 15 (9 males, 6 females)

Courses Offered: A total of 8 courses were taught during this quarter, including:

Old Testament 1

 How we Got the Bible

Christian Evidence

The New Testament Church

Christian Ethics

Biblical Interpretation

Scheme of Redemption

Writing Language and Research

Academic Performance: Midterm exams were held in March, and the results showed an average performance rating of 78%.

Spiritual Growth and Evangelism Weekly Devotionals: Held every Saturday morning.

Evangelism:

3 outreach door to door knocking  were conducted within the Agzaku environment Lafia.

6 home Bible studies were initiated.

Special Programs:

General Workshop was held in March on “keeping Fit for the Harvest”

Equipment: purchased include: Classroom supporting table, sect of printer, Projector and its screen, public address and  laptop in January.

Equipment: Received donation of 20 plastic chairs from the Church

Plans for Next Quarter (April – June 2025) Begin a monthly Bible seminar series for local congregations and evangelism indoor and outreach.

Continue mentorship and leadership development for students

Conclusion We are thankful for God’s provision, the support of our donors and local churches, and the commitment of our students and staff. We look forward to another fruitful quarter. Attarched are few photos:

Prepared by: Bro. MATTHEW FELIX Director, Bear Valley Bible Institute – Lafia Church of Christ

Date: May 6, 2025

New school in the Delta State of Nigeria

Bear Valley Bible Institute Nigeria – Okpanam Centre
First Quarter Report – 2025

Submitted by:
Joseph Okonta
Director Okpanam Study Centre Delta State Nigeria

Overview of the Centre

The Bear Valley Bible Institute Nigeria, Okpanam Campus, located in Delta State, officially commenced its academic activities on January 4, 2025. This marks the beginning of a new and promising chapter for biblical education in the region.

The campus currently runs a Diploma program, and the first quarter of the academic year has seen commendable progress in both academics and evangelism.

 Courses Covered (First Quarter)

The following courses were taught and completed (unless otherwise noted) in the first quarter:

1. Writing, Language, and Research – Completed

2. Old Testament History – Completed

3. New Testament Church – Completed

4. How We Got the Bible – Completed

5. Historical Christian Evidences – Ongoing

   Classes are facilitated by a team of four dedicated lecturers, committed to upholding the academic and spiritual standards of the Bear Valley Institute.

Student Report

We began the year with a total of 22 diploma students. As a new center, the enthusiasm and commitment shown by the students have been encouraging. Attendance and participation have remained consistent and positive throughout the term.

The students have engaged actively in discussions, shown growing understanding of biblical concepts, and are gradually adapting to the academic demands of the program.

Evangelism Update

A door-to-door evangelism campaign was conducted during the quarter on the 29 of March 2025. This was the first of its kind at the Okpanam Centre, and the response from the community was massive and promising. Through this outreach, we are currently following up on five prospects, with the hope of future conversions and deeper engagement.

Major Event: Campus Inauguration

The Okpanam Centre was formally inaugurated on December 29, 2024, ahead of its first lectures in January.

Key speakers at the inauguration included:

J.O. Okonta – Director Okpanam Study Centre Delta State Nigeria

Tim Iwe – Director from Lagos

These leaders addressed the new students, introducing them to the mission, vision, and goals of the Bear Valley Bible Institute. Their speeches emphasized the importance of sound biblical education, personal integrity, and a commitment to evangelism.

Looking Ahead: Matriculation

Preparations are underway for our first matriculation ceremony, scheduled for May 31, 2025. This will be a significant milestone, officially welcoming our pioneer students into the Bear Valley academic family.

Conclusion

The first quarter at the Okpanam Centre has been marked by solid academic beginnings, a successful evangelistic campaign, and a sense of excitement about the future. As we move into the next phase, we remain committed to spiritual growth, academic excellence, and the mission of equipping faithful gospel preachers for the Lord’s work.

Students thrive in Ikorodu, Nigeria

May 2025 Report

The students and Staff of Ikorodu BVBIN study centre are grateful to God and BVBI management.

We thank the BVBI management for their support to keep the school at Ikorodu going. We are doing well with the aid of God and BVBI management.

1. Ikorodu study centre has 23 students, they are all regular and punctual to class activities and outside evangelism.

2. In August 2024, we had four students that graduated at Butubutu, Ibadan, Oyo state.

3. We had two campaigns from January to may 2025.

4. We were able to have eight souls from the campaigns that baptized into Christ.

5. Presently, we are working on establishing a congregation at Adamo, but we currently lack the finance. We have four families living in the zone.

6. In Ikorodu, we have three instructors: Bro Mfon Etim Adeh, Bro Okoro Chinyere, and Bro Israel Tayomavwo. They are all performing well both in the class and the evangelism.

7. In the month of March 2025, we organized workshop for the preachers,the theme was "Pulpit management".

8. During our March campaign,we were able to restore two souls with four children.

9. Bro Ilori taught on the book of March during the month of March 2025.

10. Bro Akinimo Archibong  taught on the book of Galatians.

11. The teaching " The preacher; his works and life" is ongoing this month of May and Bro Mfon Etim Adeh is handling it.

Thank you all for the support. BVBI has created a great impact in the life of brethren and assisted many congregations to come up.

Through this school,many became Christians and many were restored, also, many preachers have been assisted.

We say a big thank you to Bear valley management.

Students in Nigeria travel to Evangelize

Report Of Bear Valley Bible Institute Weekend School, Ondo State, Feb - April, 2025.

Dear Brethren, 

On behalf of the Bear Valley Bible Institute weekend school here in Ondo State, we fully express our greetings of love and our thankfulness to our esteemed brethren in Denver, Colorado for their support, prayers, and unfailing efforts in keeping the School moving through their great sacrifice of love! Thank you so much! We also extend our greetings to the Bear Valley Church and her Eldership for their constant display of love, care and support over the years! Your labor of love shall not go unrewarded in Jesus' name, Amen. 

Evangelism Report: The School is marching forward in term of evangelism, Brother Victor Fasonu, who is the coordinator of the School in Ondo State is on Air both on Radio and Television week in, week out, preaching undiluted gospel to our environment and beyond! House to House evangelism as a School is not left out! On the 29th of March, 2025, the center at Ondo went out to preach in Oka area by invitation of the Church there! All instructors were there present doing the work of the Master Jesus! Several prospects were spoken with and names were handled down to the preacher of the Church at Oka for timely Follow up! report reached me from the preacher at Oka that they have two prospects visiting the Church through the cooperative evangelism with the school. All glory be to God Almighty, Amen.

In Akure, Students and instructors went out on the 29th, March, 2025 to preach in Leo area of Akure! We have planted the seed, we are asking God for the fruits thereof! In Akure, the School have earmarked areas where the Church needs to be planted! Next on the list is Ondo Road, Akure! God Almighty will help our plans, Amen.

Classroom Activities: In the cause of the months under reportage, Classroom Activities were carried out as usual. 

February, 2025 - In Ondo center, Brother Godwin Emmanuel taught "Bible Geography"  While in Akure center, Brother Oke taught "Christian Ethics". 

March, 2025 - in Ondo center, Brother Oke taught "Christian Ethics"  while Brother Godwin Emmanuel taught " Bible Geography"  in Akure center. 

April, 2025 - In Ondo center, Brother Rowland taught "Islamic Religion" While in Akure center Brother Godwin Emmanuel taught "Foundations of Missions". 

All glory be to God Almighty! The year four students are in high Spirit as they are preparing for their practicum in June before their graduation in August, 2025, Lord willing. We truly appreciate your support! You made this happen! 

Brother kolawole Ogunyemi is a new student in Ondo study center He joined the Class early last year! He worshipped with Okitipupa Church of Christ! He travelled almost 75 kilometers every weekend to attend the Classes in Ondo center! He is very active as a Christian and in class! He is married with 1 child. He is 36 years old! He will be ready to preach fully after finishing his course of study with the School. The School is happy to have him in the class! 

We do appreciate Bear Valley Bible Institute, Denver for their support always! Thank you so much and remain ever in His blessings, Amen. 

Bear Valley Bible Institute, Ondo State will never forget your love and support over the years! We will remain undaunted in our resolve to do our best for the Lord Jesus and His Church here on earth! Training wisely is a must! Once again, we are grateful for all you are doing for us. 

Thank you and remain blessed, Amen. 

Fasonu Victor, Coordinator,

Bear Valley Bible Institute, Ondo State

Successful Evangelistic work in Nigeria

Introduction

With a joyful heart and thanksgiving to God Almighty and the Bear Valley family worldwide, I present the report of the Bear Valley Bible Institute Nigeria – Benin City for the first quarter of 2025. This quarter witnessed a combination of enriching academic activities, field evangelism, and significant spiritual impact on local congregations.

Academic Activities

Students participated actively in classroom instruction, fieldwork, and spiritual exercises, including baptisms. Under my supervision, the following courses were taught:

The Book of Revelation

The Preacher and His Work

Church History

All courses were judiciously handled by our instructors, and examinations were conducted. The students performed excellently, demonstrating both academic and spiritual growth.

Evangelism

On March 29, 2025, students and faculty collaborated with the Church of Christ at Street 10, Idumnowina Road, Opposite Mother Mary Way, Upper Mission Extension, Benin City, for a community evangelism outreach.

During this exercise, Brother Fidelis Daniel, one of our instructors, shared a remarkable testimony. A woman who had been praying for God’s guidance to find the true church received the evangelism team warmly when they knocked on her door. Though she has not yet obeyed the gospel through baptism, she has since been consistent in attending services. We continue to pray that the Lord opens her heart to full obedience.

Impact

The Bear Valley Bible Institute – Benin City continues to make notable contributions to the Kingdom. Congregations are increasingly recognizing the value of our students, often appointing them as preachers.

A key highlight this quarter is the appointment of Brother Anthony Osadiaye, one of our students, as the full-time minister of the Church of Christ, Saint Saviour, Owie Road, Benin City. We give thanks to God and express our deep appreciation to the Bear Valley family for their support.

Additionally, our students maintain evangelistic efforts in their home congregations, which has led to a consistent increase in baptisms and local church growth.

Conclusion

We give all glory to God for the progress of the work in Benin City and express sincere gratitude to the Bear Valley family for their continued partnership and support.

Dunia Christopher

Bear Valley Bible Institute Nigeria – Benin City

April 2025

Students in Nigeria Continue their Studies

BEAR VALLEY BIBLE INSTITUTE - NIGERIA
Enugu Study Center.

*Second Quarter Report of May*

*Introduction*
All glory must be to the Lord Almighty, for He alone is worthy of our praise. And to the management board of the international and national body of Bear Valley Bible Institute worldwide.
The principal, goals, and objectives of BVBI Family was observed within the period of writing this report, and will continue to be  the paramant goal of the BVBIN Enugu Study Center.
We are grateful to God for another quarter to work for Him.

*I. ACTIVITIES*
1. As reported earlier on 3/4/2025, between last month April to this May, the course hold in April was Acts of the apostles by Onwuka Kelechukwu.      
This May is handled by Sunday Utobo personal Evangelism 1, as in accordance with the newly developed curriculum.
2. We have 15 prospects to follow up.
3. The earliest propose kick off of the second study center located at Emene could not hold as we are unable to meet up with logistics, we rescheduled the kick off to be first week of June by God's grace, we have 15 registered students.
4. Through the effort of the director and the students a soul was restored back to faith at The church of Christ Garriki.

*Instructors*
1. Onwuka Kelechukwu (April)
2. Sunday Utobo   (May)

*Summary*
We appreciate your support for the program and pray that God will continue to bless your efforts and other supporters.

Thank you.
Your in his vineyard
Onwuka SJ Kelechukwu
Director, BVBIN Enugu Study Center