Welcome to Calvary Bible School!
In II Timothy 2:15 this admonition is given. "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." Notice also the truths recorded in verses 16 and 17 of the next chapter, "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: that the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works." To study the Scriptures in depth, to seek to understand the mind of God, and to follow the steps of our Savior, Jesus Christ, is an incredible privilege and the highest form of worship.
Our goal is to fan the flame of your spiritual life, recognizing that God has begun a good work in you. We are praying that your time at CBS will provide for you peace in a world of unrest, hope rather than despair, and boldness that overcomes fear. I am also praying that your experience at CBS will be one that provides you with a foundation for a life-long (and beyond) relationship with our Savior. Our faculty and staff are committed to helping you receive optimum benefit and blessing from your time at CBS. These blessings can be ours together as we relate to each other in each aspect of Bible School life – the Bible instruction, the school interaction, the testimony and prayer times, and the more personal one-on-one sharing.
Because of Calvary,
Mel Stoltzfus
Academic Dean
Board Members
Marion Miller, Chairman
59697 West Rd.
New Concord, OH 43762
740-541-6528 | [email protected]
Lowell Swartzentruber, Vice-Chairman
495 Cold Spring Church Rd.
Abbeville, SC 29620
864-378-3394 | [email protected]
Adam Overholt, Secretary
2660 Rocky Face Church Rd.
Taylorsville, NC 28681
828-405-0903 | [email protected]
Stan Nisly, Treasurer
14018 Osborne Rd.
Altamont, KS 67330
620-717-7765 | [email protected]
Mel Stoltzfus, Academic Dean
66 Sadler Drive
Christiana, PA 17509
717-278-4541 | [email protected]
Tim Weaver
118 Little Timber Ridge
Buchanan, VA 24066
540-761-9101 | [email protected]
Dathan Stoltzfus
2462 Simmons Rd.
Perry, NY 14530
585-259-2098 | [email protected]
Statement of Faith
We Believe:
A. That God is the almighty, all-wise, omnipresent, and unchanging triune God of the Bible: infinite in holiness, justice, mercy, and love. God the Father is provident, sovereign, and the author of our salvation through Christ. He created all things and reigns over all. God the Son, Jesus Christ, left the glories of heaven, lived on earth as a sinless man, died on the cross, and rose again for the salvation of all mankind. God the Holy Spirit, proceeds from the Father and the Son, indwells the heart of every believer, and gives power over sin.
B. That God created all things visible and invisible. He prepared and populated the earth, heaven, and seas in six days. Later, because of the sinfulness of mankind, He destroyed the earth through a worldwide flood, while saving righteous Noah and his family in the ark. God still governs and preserves his creation through his wisdom and might today.
C. That the first parents of mankind, Adam and Eve, fell into sin through disobedience to God, were banished from the Garden of Eden, and became spiritually separated from God. Because of this sin, man became a mortal being and death entered into the world. Man is saved from spiritual and eternal death through repentance and believing in Jesus and His finished work on Calvary. True salvation is evidenced and followed by water baptism, a life of repentance, and becoming a member of a local congregation as a part of the greater body of Christ. All who believe in Christ look for His soon return to take the church, His bride, home for all eternity.
D. That the Holy Bible is inspired by God; inerrant in the original documents, and valid for all times. Jesus is central to the message of all the Scriptures. The doctrine and instruction of the New Testament is the final rule of life for the believer in the Kingdom of God.
E. That God, at creation, has established that marriage is only between one man and one woman and is binding until dissolved by death. God established unique roles for man and woman, with man being given the responsibility of leadership. This order is symbolized by the short hair, and uncovered heads of men, and the long hair and covered heads of women.
F. That, as the Bride of Christ, we are called to live holy lives guided by transformed minds, refusing to be shaped by the influences, principles, and practices of the godless world.
G. That there are two kingdoms: the kingdom of Christ and His church, and the kingdom of this world. Our primary allegiance is to the kingdom of Christ. We honor civil authorities, pay taxes, pray for our leaders, live obediently and peaceably. We abstain from political involvement, demanding our rights, warfare, and unequal alliances with unbelievers. We practice nonresistance in our daily lives, as taught and demonstrated by Christ and the apostles. In matters where we are unable to defer to both kingdoms, we choose loyalty to the kingdom of Christ, while maintaining our attitudes of honor and respect.
For additional reading and study see the Dortrecht Confession of Faith adopted in Holland, 1632 or the Doctrines of the Bible by Daniel Kauffman.
Mission & Objectives
The mission of Calvary Bible School is to partner with families and churches in developing young people who love God with all their heart, soul, mind,
and strength; are deeply rooted in the word of God; and are committed to advancing the Kingdom of God.
To this end we hold forth the following objectives:
1. To encourage wholehearted commitment and surrender to our Lord Jesus Christ
2. To establish a solid foundation of Biblical doctrine and principles, and to instill appreciation for our Anabaptist Christian heritage
3. To develop spiritual disciplines and a growing God-consciousness
4. To encourage and assist personal spiritual victory in thought, word, and deed
5. To promote emotional maturity and stability
6. To instill a greater appreciation for the Word and to develop both motivation and skills for further study
7. To encourage practical application of Scripture to daily living
8. To prepare for a lifetime of service in and through the church, and to enlarge the vision for fulfilling the great Commission
9. To stimulate loyalty, commitment, and wholesome attitudes toward one’s own congregation
10. To develop solid, loyal Kingdom citizens whose total lifestyles reflect Kingdom values
We seek to meet these objectives by offering solid Biblical instruction,
providing meaningful and inspirational interaction and fellowship, and
maintaining a disciplined environment for study, learning, and growth.