Brian Baker Speaking

The Bridge: March 1, 2024

Note from Brian   

An important part of the life of a believer involved in ministry is rest. As your student returns home for Spring Break, they will need some rest. They have served well over the last several weeks. I want you to know how incredibly proud I am of them. They have represented you well, Word of Life Bible Institute well, and most importantly, Christ well. To God be the glory!  

Latest News   

New York 

  • Next Steps Seminar:
    • On Wednesday evening, February 7, about 50 students attended the Next Steps Seminar presented by Mrs. Michele Jones, Dean of Women (Florida Teaching Site). Practical and timely advice was shared about what students should consider after graduating from the Bible Institute.     
    • Online and on-campus options, including Davis College, were discussed for those seeking to continue their education, along with how to apply to different schools.  The seminar also covered useful advice for those going into ministry versus those going into a career.  
    • Parents interested in viewing the seminar can do so by clicking the following links:
  • Alternative Halftime Show:
    • The Alternative Halftime Show was a huge hit! We had over 1200 viewers, which included groups that met to watch as well.   
    • We had Andy Finch and Mary Morgan Howell perform a stunt that you’ll have to see for yourself. https://www.youtube.com/live/JlRYmqva34A?si=hVsTYvii2Qcb8tq7.  
    • Most importantly, Tommy, our camp director, shared the gospel clearly, and we had 33 text responses to the “That’s Me” system setup for the Alternative Halftime Show. 

 
College Fair: On February 19–20 we had colleges represented to our students. We also opened the fair to local high schoolers.   

Florida 

  • FL Pursuit Camp and OH & CA Intersect Weekends have been the focus of the last six weeks. We have seen God at work in the campers’ lives and also in our students’ lives as they served as counselors, activity leaders, and extra service assignments. We have seen many campers come to know Christ as Savior and many dedicate their lives to Him.  
  • Campus Preview Days was Feb. 1–2. We had about 25 visitors and parents come to see the campus and spend time in class and chapel. We are praying many of these students will attend the Bible Institute.    
  • Superbowl Party Feb. 11 – Students gathered in the Student Lounge for snacks and  fellowship.  
  • Puppy Love Event – On Valentine’s Day, our staff and RV Park residents brought their dogs on campus for an hour of puppy love and playtime with the students. Everyone who came got treats, including the dogs!    
  • Student Council has led some on-campus events like having cookies & coffee after the exam on Feb. 13, a Tuesday Tournament and Tacos after study hours, a Pool Party on Feb. 19, and a Bob Ross Painting Party on Feb. 21.  

Upcoming Events   

New York     

  • Spring Break: March 4–18.
    • Students may leave on March 4, after the 8 AM exam. They will need to return on the 18 by 11 PM.  
  • Campus Preview Days: March 21–23.
  • Easter Weekend: March 29–April 1. Easter weekend is not an official school break. This means that if your student would like to go home for the weekend, they are responsible for putting in a “Special Permission Request.” If they are missing a service or ministry assignment, they need to find a replacement, as is the procedure for a Special Permission.   

Florida   

  • Spring Break is March 1–18.  Students may leave after the 8 AM exam on Friday Mar. 1 and are to return by 7 PM on March 18 for a Welcome Back meeting.  
  • Campus Preview Days: March 21–23.  
  • Easter Weekend: March 29 – April 1. This is not an official break, so students will need to be put in for special permission if they want to go home for the weekend.