By God’s grace, we have completed another year at the Tom Gentry Bible Training Centre and celebrated the graduation of 14 men who faithfully met every requirement of their training.
Since the Bible School began in November 2018, 101 men have completed training. Most graduating classes have been made up of young men preparing for ministry. However, last class was a unique group of 14 pastors who enrolled specifically to deepen their biblical understanding. If we count only the young men trained for future ministry, the total comes to 87 graduates.
These young men began their studies on December 4, 2024, and completed their training on November 8, 2025. Pastor Keith led the graduation service, commissioning them to preach Christ and disciple new believers.
In a tradition that has continued since the school first opened in 2018, a couple from First Baptist generously provided funds to outfit each graduate with a new suit. Their love and faithfulness have blessed every class that has gone out to serve.
Mission statement, vision, objective and the plan for this part of our ministry: Tom Gentry Bible Training Center.
History:
Graduation of the 1st generation of students. Nov. 10, 2019. 16 students.
Graduation of the 2nd generation of students. Nov. 14, 2020. 15 students.
Graduation of the 3rd generation of students. Jan. 15, 2022 (for 2021 generation). 14 students.
Graduation of the 4th generation of students. Dec. 3, 2022. 14 students.
Graduation of the 5th generation of students. Nov. 12, 2023. 14 students.
Graduation of the 6th generation of students. Dec. 8, 2024. 14 students.
Graduation of the 7th generation of students. Nov. 8, 2025. 14 students.
Continuing in our mission to equip the next generation of pastors, missionaries, and ministry leaders for Africa and beyond, we are grateful to begin the 8th year of training at the Tom Gentry Bible Training Centre.
This new class began on November 11, 2025. By God’s grace, they will complete their studies and graduate at the end of the year. We continue pressing toward the vision of raising up strong, faithful leaders who will impact lives and transform communities for Christ.
100 men – 100 villages – 100 churches.
I am grateful to pastor Keith for preparing the curriculum, and to every teacher who traveled to teach or joined us online. I am grateful for our local team who translate, transport, manage finances, cook, and care for the students throughout their training. I am grateful for those who pray and give so that this ministry can continue and grow.
At the end of it all, the glory belongs to the Lord.
