Rosedale Bible College : Ministry Formation : FAQ

Q: How do I get involved?

A: During new student orientation, students will be given the details about how to get involved in particular ministry opportunities. The dean of students will appoint student leaders to coordinate the logistics of a particular ministry and provide sign-up sheets for students to indicate their interest in a particular ministry. Sign-up sheets will be located in the chapel lobby.

Q: How do I record my hours?

A: There is a notebook located at the receptionist's desk where you can record your hours. The receptionist will be available to answer any questions related to recording your hours.

Q: How many hours do I need to complete?

A: Each student needs to complete 1 hour of ministry per credit hour attempted up to, but not exceeding, 12 hours per semester and 6 hours during the winter term. Hours should be completed within the term the classes are taken. However, students may accrue up to six hours of service to be applied to subsequent terms. Accruement is valid only in the academic year in which it was earned. Variations to this policy must be approved by the dean of students.

Q: Must I choose one ministry or may I be involved with several?

A: We encourage long-term students to identify and faithfully plug into one ministry if at all possible in order to more fully participate in a particular ministry and form life-changing relationships with the people they are serving. Ministry Formation assignments for winter-term-only students will necessarily be more transient in nature. Students are encouraged to find a ministry opportunity that suits their interests and gifting, and may need to try a few options before settling on a regular ministry. Thus, students are not required to stick with just one ministry initially.

Q: What happens if I do not get my hours completed?

A: Being involved in ministry is essential to your educational success at RBC. In order to graduate all ministry hours must be completed. Students who fall behind 12 or more hours will be placed on academic probation and will need to have a written plan approved by the dean of students prior to enrolling for additional classes.

Q: Why is ministry required at RBC?

A: We believe that “faith without works is dead” (James 2:26). Jesus’ teaching and example demonstrate the importance of ministering to other people. A Bible college education is not complete if the student has not invested time serving other people.





	F R E Q U E N T L Y A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S Q: How do I get involved? A: During new student orientation, students will be given the details about how to get involved in particular ministry opportunities. The dean of students will appoint student leaders to coordinate the logistics of a particular ministry and provide sign-up sheets for students to indicate their interest in a particular ministry. Sign-up sheets will be located in the chapel lobby. Q: How do I record my hours? A: There is a notebook located at the receptionist's desk where you can record your hours. The receptionist will be available to answer any questions related to recording your hours. Q: How many hours do I need to complete? A: Each student needs to complete 1 hour of ministry per credit hour attempted up to, but not exceeding, 12 hours per semester and 6 hours during the winter term. Hours should be completed within the term the classes are taken. However, students may accrue up to six hours of service to be applied to subsequent terms. Accruement is valid only in the academic year in which it was earned. Variations to this policy must be approved by the dean of students. Q: Must I choose one ministry or may I be involved with several? A: We encourage long-term students to identify and faithfully plug into one ministry if at all possible in order to more fully participate in a particular ministry and form life-changing relationships with the people they are serving. Ministry Formation assignments for winter-term-only students will necessarily be more transient in nature. Students are encouraged to find a ministry opportunity that suits their interests and gifting, and may need to try a few options before settling on a regular ministry. Thus, students are not required to stick with just one ministry initially. Q: What happens if I do not get my hours completed? A: Being involved in ministry is essential to your educational success at RBC. In order to graduate all ministry hours must be completed. Students who fall behind 12 or more hours will be placed on academic probation and will need to have a written plan approved by the dean of students prior to enrolling for additional classes. Q: Why is ministry required at RBC? A: We believe that “faith without works is dead” (James 2:26). Jesus’ teaching and example demonstrate the importance of ministering to other people. A Bible college education is not complete if the student has not invested time serving other people.