Display Name: Irish Bible Institute
Hometown: Dublin
Homechurch: Irish Bible Institute
Ministry Region: Ireland

What's Happening:
--- Tuesday 29th of September 2009 ---
Exciting things have happened at IBI over the past few months. Carraig Eden Theological College, which trained students mainly for the Assemblies of God in Ireland, decided to close and we have now incorporated their students and two of their staff into IBI. This is great for the college and more generally for promoting good interdenominational relationships among Christians in Ireland. It means that we are filled beyond existing capacity and have had to rearrange all teachings schedules to accommodate such numbers. On the other hand fees for the 09/10 academic year will cover approximately 50% of our budget for the first time (up from 37% in 07/08). Please pray that the Lord will richly bless the integration of both staff and students. We all enjoyed a wonderful celebration last Sunday at our graduation ceremony.Please pray that the Lord will bless each graduate as he uses them in their different ministry positions in their churches.

--- Thursday 21st of February 2008 ---
The Irish Bible Institute is committed to excellence in biblical education and leadership training for the church in Ireland. The Irish Bible Institute offers courses in Applied Theology at all levels, from a Certificate right through to a BA and MA. Being evangelical and non-denominational, IBI has students and teachers from many church backgrounds and every corner of the island. IBI exists to contribute to making a practical difference in the everyday life of the church in Ireland, the aim being that each student will make a difference both in their local Christian community and the wider church. IBI strives to equip men and women who have a deepened passion for God and a compassion for people; who not only know, but are willing to wrestle with how best to apply and communicate God’s Word in Ireland today and who have a Christ-like desire to serve others sacrificially.

Jacob will be visiting Christ Church Nashville on March 8th and 9th to speak about the work of IBI in Ireland.

--- Wednesday 20th of February 2008 ---
The Irish Bible Institute is committed to excellence in biblical education and leadership training for the church in Ireland. The Irish Bible Institute offers courses in Applied Theology at all levels, from a Certificate right through to a BA and MA. Being evangelical and non-denominational, IBI has students and teachers from many church backgrounds and every corner of the island. IBI exists to contribute to making a practical difference in the everyday life of the church in Ireland, the aim being that each student will make a difference both in their local Christian community and the wider church. IBI strives to equip men and women who have a deepened passion for God and a compassion for people; who not only know, but are willing to wrestle with how best to apply and communicate God’s Word in Ireland today and who have a Christ-like desire to serve others sacrificially. Jacob will be visiting Christ Church Nashville on March 8th,9th and 10th to speak about the work of IBI in Ireland.

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History:
Jacob Reynolds, as Principal of the Irish Bible Institute has overall responsibility for the development of IBI in Ireland. He graduated (Bachelor of Biblical Studies) at Peace River Bible Institute, Alberta, Canada and received a Masters of Divinity in Education and Biblical Studies at Providence Seminary in Winnipeg. He then had 8 years experience in pastoral ministry in Dublin before heading up the Irish Bible Institute for the past six years. Born into a farming family in Termonfeckin, Co. Louth in 1961, he came to faith in Christ at the age of 18 years. He met his wife Lori while studying at Bible college in Canada. They have 4 children, Kieran 15, Ailis 13, Niamh and Orla (twins) 8 years. At IBI Jacob teaches in the areas of Communication and Ministry and Leadership Development. As well as being the Director of IBI he is also an Elder at Ballycullen Community Church. Jacob is also a teacher for Walk thru the Bible ministries. Jacob’s passion is to see Irish men and women being equipped for leadership for the Irish church, whose hearts are given to Great Commandment and Great Commission living.

Interests:
When he is not building up future leaders at IBI he is building extensions to his home. Jacob loves DIY, and home improving.

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