BVBI in Abia St., Nigeria, Continues to work with Nigerian Christian Hospital for Outreach

REPORT OF THE NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF ARTS AND THEOLOGICAL STUDIES/ BEAR VALLEY BIBLE INSTITUTE – NIGERIA NTIGHA, ONITCHA NGWA ABA, ABIA STATE-JUNE 2025

INTRODUCTION

The month of June witnessed a series of activities and the school is thankful to God for surviving another month with great expectations. To the Bear Valley family, we are grateful for the support. The congregations and individuals supporting the work at NIATS, just be assured that the kingdom is expanding by your support.

LIBRARY

The NIATS library is taking shape more and more. Besides the digital library, the hard copy books continue to increase. The school is grateful to Chad Wagner for more hardcopy books. The school purchased more scholarly books and has since improved the shelf quality. The librarian, Mr. John Abba, continues to be a good guide to the students. In the month of June also, besides the new books and the library materials (gum for book bidding, scissors, notebooks etc) that were bought, a new desktop computer was bought, including an extra system unit . One of the systems is connected to the printer. This will enable the librarian to copy and print off papers for the students. The second computer is there to teach the students the use of computers. This is to enable them to become computer literate and type their research works and other assignments by themselves. The excitement for the school community is much and encouraging. The school is grateful for all the support.

POWER SUPPLY

For some time now, the power supply has remained constant. The school and its environs have experienced about twenty hours (20) of power supply daily. This is a very wonderful experience in comparison with the usual epileptic power supply that characterize some Nigerian cities. However, the good news was short-lived by the handiwork of vandals who vandalized a high-tension wire. To this point, NIATS, the secondary school, the hospital, and the community around have been plunged into darkness again. However, the good news is that NIATS is no longer in total darkness. One of our beloved sisters provided funds for street solar lights. A total of twelve street solar lights were purchased and four polls were also bought. Although they are not enough, NIATS at night are lit. The students, teachers, and even the neighbors are all excited about the new face of NIATS, especially at night. One of the implications of the presence of the street solar lights could be a reduction in the amount payable monthly to Aba Power Holdings. The reason is that some of the non-solar lights will be switched off at night and the school will save energy consumption. Finally, the school generator needs fixing and the school is working hard to get it up and running.

ADVERT FOR NEW STUDENTS

The advert for new students continues. The school has five new candidates already who have picked the forms. Others have indicated interest. As such, the school has scheduled 18th of July for another intake exam, and finally, August the 15th will be the last one. It is hoped that all the interested candidates are accommodated. We are excited to welcome new students on campus on the said date. In fact, for the first time, the school advert included female students. This will be a great opportunity for sisters to come study the engrafted Word, which is able to make one wise. Please, pray for the interested students in order for them to be encouraged to come and study at NIATS.

NEW SESSION RESUMPTION

The new session is to take effect from the 12th of August. This is the beginning of a new academic calendar that runs from August to December for the first semester, and January to May for the second semester. The school community is highly elated about the new development.

EVANGELISM OUTREACH

The partnership between NIATS and the Nigerian Christian Hospital, Nlagu is a beautiful one. Students go out for evangelism, while the hospital joins in the outreach providing medical services. The school hopes to sustain this relationship and reach the communities and the world around us, both physically and spiritually. Moreover, the NIATS instructors and the director joined the WBS/Ocean bridge for enrollment of students in three schools on the 25th of June. It was an exciting moment with the students at Brilliance Comprehensive Secondary School Osusu, Isiala Ngwa North. It was a good experience trying to reach them young.

CONCLUSION

It is a great endeavor to serve in the kingdom of Christ. It is our earnest prayers that our labor will never be in vain.

In Christian love,

Solomon Usim

Director, NIATS

Students in Afikpo, Nigeria, celebrate recent Baptisms

2ND REPORT FROM BVBIN AFIKPO CENTER , ON 4TH JULY, 2025.

First report, sent on 5th May, 2025, carried four courses (Writing & Research; How We Got the Bible;  Scheme of Redemption; and Christian Ethics) properly taught and exams conducted; while this 2nd report covers the months of May and June, 2025 with two courses (Christian Evidence and Personal Evangelism 1) properly taught and examined.

Massive evangelism properly scheduled at Amaeta Ozizza, Afikpo was successfully carried out by the BVBIN students, Afikpo center on 31st May, 2025. During the evangelism, one of the prominent men at Amaeta Ozizza was preached to and extensively taught . He surrendered to Christ  after attending to his questions.

Two (2) baptisms at the period of this report and many prospects were recorded. Two baptisms plus 15 baptisms previously recorded in the 1st report, giving us a total of 17 baptisms as at the date of this 2nd report.

The number of committed and dedicated students remains at 15 students. 

New course, Marriage and Family Life, will be commenced on 5th July, 2025.

Reuben Uche Egwu, the Director, BVBIN Afikpo center reporting

Students in Benin City, Nigeria, excel in their Studies

We continue to express our deep gratitude to God Almighty for His unwavering love and to the entire Bear Valley family for their generous and steadfast support.

The second quarter of 2025 was filled with remarkable progress and spiritual enthusiasm. Academic activities, fieldwork, and the growing impact of the school in Benin City have continued to be sources of great joy. To God be all the glory.

Academic Progress

During the quarter, courses such as Bible Geography and African Traditional Religion were thoroughly and professionally taught. Students demonstrated high levels of participation and performed commendably across all subjects.

Evangelism Outreach

On May 24, 2025, students and faculty members participated in the quarterly evangelistic outreach at the Church of Christ, Obagie Nevbhosa, in Benin City. The students' efforts left a significant impression, prompting the congregation to request a repeat of the outreach in the near future.

Ministry Advancement

We are pleased to announce that Brother Victor Okoh, one of our students and a member of the Church of Christ, Aerodrome Close, has been appointed as the congregation's preacher. This appointment highlights the undeniable value of the Bear Valley Bible Institute in Benin City.

May the Lord continue to bless all our sponsors exceedingly and abundantly in Christ Jesus' name. Amen.

Reported by:

CHRISTOPHER Dunia

Director,

Bear Valley Bible Institute Nigeria – Benin City

Agege Center continues Evangelistic Outreach

BEAR VALLEY BIBLE INSTITUTE NIGERIA

AGEGE –LAGOS STUDY CENTRE

QUARTERLY REPORT- MAY – JUNE, 2025. 

May the name of the God Almighty be forever glorified for His goodness and mercy towards us at Agege study centre and the entire project of Bear Valley Bible Institute; especially the men He has selected as messengers to train men that will take the gospel to every corner of the world..

CLASS ACTIVITIES

During this period, two courses were taught. In the month of May, Brother Emmanuel Chukwuka Odo taught the course, GODHEAD, while in the month of June, Brother Timothy Iwe taught the course, 1st, 2nd &3rd John. These courses, by the grace and guidance of God, were completed in line with Bear Valley Bible Institute curriculum guide.

EVANGELISM:

The centre engaged in evangelism activities during the period under review. We worked with the Church of Christ, Aboru, in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State on Saturday, 30th May, 2025. This campaign outing was a combination of both Open Air and Door–to–Door Evangelism. The outing, by the grace of God, revealed the need to work more with the church at Aboru, to create more awareness and possibly convert souls to Christ and help the church in that locality to grow. By the grace of God, a bigger campaign outing will hold there on Saturday, 5th July, 2025. This time around the Lagos State Preachers church planting committee organises it, to the glory of the Almighty.

APPRECIATION:

We are sincerely grateful to the International and local management and administration of Bear Valley Bible Institute; first of all,  for allowing God to use you to carry out the noble work of spreading the gospel by training men of faith and zeal, who are ready to fulfil the Great Commission. We thank you for the selfless efforts you make, including what men may consider risk taking you go through in making sure that the programmes of the school run successfully. We are especially grateful to Brothers. Keith Kasarjian and Chad Wagner. May God continue to grant you all it takes to continue to guide the activities of the school at the right direction. We also appreciate the efforts of all the sponsors who provide the needs of the school. May God Almighty continue to grant all of you the strength to continue to do the divine work of our Master, Jesus Christ. 

CONCLUSION:

We pledge our continuous efforts in making 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, is achieved.

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

Emmanuel Chukwuka Odo

Bear Valley Bible Institute

Agege Lagos Study Centre

Enugu Study Center Continues their Advancements

BEAR VALLEY BIBLE INSTITUTION-NIGERIA.
 Enugu study center. 

*Second Quarter/ One year in office Report*

*1. Introduction*

I assumed office as the Director of BVBIN Enugu Study Center on July 1, 2024, with a deep commitment to strengthening the teaching quality, improving student records management, and enhancing the effectiveness of teaching. This report highlights the progress made over the past year, the challenges encountered, and the vision for the coming year.

*2. Achievements in Teaching and Academic Coordination*
From the instruction and guidance of the Extension programme Coorditator (EPC) *Bro Tim Iwe,* there has been a great improvment in the Curriculum Review and implementation.
Regular evaluations of instructors were implemented, resulting in improved lecture delivery and student engagement. Workshops  and Evagelisms were organized to help instructors and the students do the master's job well.

Timetable and Course Scheduling:
Class schedules were refined to avoid clashes and to better reflect student availability, especially for the newly opened study center.

*3. Student Records Management*

Digital Recordkeeping Initiated
Student files, results, and registration records were digitized for more secure and efficient access. This also facilitated easier tracking of academic progress.

*4. Instructor Lecture Oversight*

✓Lecture Monitoring Introduced
Attendance and content delivery of instructors are now monitored regularly. Reports are collected and reviewed for quality assurance.

✓Feedback System Created
Students are encouraged to submit anonymous feedback on lectures, helping us identify areas of improvement for instructors.

*5. Starting a second center.*

Within the period of one year, we have also been able to open a second study center at Emene Enugu State on 7/6/2025, and will officially start lectures this month of July 2025.
Two congregations were revived through the effort if the BVBIN Students in their various places of assignment. Two congregations were also established in different parts of Enugu. There have been some baptisms.

*6. Instructors within the second quarter.*
April = Hillary Johnson
              (Hermunetics)
May = Sunday Utobo.
             (1&2 peter)
June = Onwuka  SJ  Kelechukwu.  ( Personal Evangelism)

*7. Challenges Faced*

Some limitations restricted the scale of certain planned upgrades.

*8. Vision for the Coming Year (2025–2026)*

Fully integrate a student portal system for registration, results, and communication.

Organize quarterly training for student instructors to improve in their Evangelism and Bible interpretation.

*9. Appreciation*

I extend sincere appreciation to the instructors, administrative staff, students, and board members for their cooperation and commitment. Your support has been the driving force behind the progress recorded so far. I must also acknowledge the effort of *Bro. Chad, Bro Keith, and Bro Tim* who will always encourage me to be strong.

*10. Conclusion*

This first year has been foundational. While there is still much to be done, I remain committed to excellence in leadership, transparency, and growth in line with the mission of BVBIN. By God's grace, we will continue to raise Biblically sound and equipped leaders for the church and society at large.

Thanks.

yours faithfully,
ONWIKA SJ KELECHUKWU.
DIRECTOR (Enugu Study Center)

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