SCHOOL OF MINISTRY & MISSIONS

FALL SEMESTER LAUNCHING AUGUST 2025
Tuesdays 6:30 PM-9:30 PM - August 19 to December 16
Classes are available in-person (Novato) and via Zoom.

Optional 4 Semesters

The New Life School of Ministry & Missions (SOMM) is a 4-course track that also satisfies the 4 practical ministry course requirements of New Life Bible College (NLBC). Students that also complete the remaining 12 NLBC courses may earn a degree in Biblical Studies.

Schedule

  • Tuesdays: 6:30 PM- 9:30 PM 
  • Prayer, worship, and student devotions.
  • 2 lectures per night (subject to change).
  • Some nights will involve guest speakers.

What's Required

  • Application
  • Attendance
  • Weekly Prayer
  • Assignment Completion
  • Church Attendance
  • Outreach

Missions Trips

We are planning a tentative mission trip to the Dominican Republic, dates TBA. Students are highly encouraged to take at least one missions trip while enrolled in SOMM. (Please note: enrollment does not guarantee approval for trips).
New Students: please complete the application to begin the enrollment process.
Returning Students: please complete the continuing student form.

COST
Students may choose to pay their tuition in full ($379) OR opt for a $100 payment plan per month, totaling $400 for each semester. Tuition funds include books and materials, but do not cover mission trip(s) expenses.

WE BELIEVE
Every believer is a minister and is to be a part of the Great Commission to go into all the world and make disciples.
We believe that the Book of Acts was not a “back then only” book.  It is the foundation of what we are to walk on today.  We also believe that God’s kingdom is an ever-increasing kingdom and that our best is yet to come!
We believe it all starts right where we live and then moves toward influencing our world.
“The light that shines farthest shines brightest nearest home.” – C.T. Stud

BE INSPIRED
We believe that having an intimate love relationship with God through praise, worship, prayer and Bible study along with reaching a generation with the compassionate love of Christ is the most fulfilling life one could have.

BE EQUIPPED
We believe that we need character and the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Each student will be taught how to recognize and obediently respond to the voice of the Holy Spirit.

BE ACTIVATED
We believe that faith is active.  Our works demonstrate the faith that we possess. We also believe that every Christian has an anointing.  Each one has been endowed with unique gifts, calling, and destiny, and each believer should live out their calling. Every student will be greatly encouraged to be actively involved, utilizing their God-given gifts and talents.

BE RELEASED
We believe that doing is just important as teaching. Emphasis will be on experience and application of the truths taught through ministry in the region of the San Francisco Bay Area and the nations of the world (field trips, street evangelism, church ministry, missions trips).

Some of the topics that will be covered in the program include:
  • Culture of Honor                           
  • Flowing in the Prophetic
  • Spiritual Authority & Safety        
  • The Language of God
  • The Gifts of the Spirit
  • Leadership       
  • Identity as Sons and Daughters
  • Calling                                        
  • Prayer and Intercession
  • Healing  & Deliverance                
  • Restoration Ministry
  • Missions/Church Planting      
  • Expressions of Praise & Worship  

FAQ's

Here are a few responses to some of the frequently asked questions about the School of Ministry and Missions (SOMM).

WILL I BE REQUIRED TO TRAVEL?
Overseas trips are not required for SOMM, but several opportunities will be made available during the course of the classes.
IS THERE HOMEWORK?
Each semester, there are 3-4 books (cost included in tuition) that supplement the lectures. Each student is required to write a brief summary of each book. In addition, we ask students to choose 2 local outreach or service opportunities to participate in over the course of the semester.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO COMPLETE THE SCHOOL?
SOMM is a two year program comprised of 4 Semesters. A second year is available for those students who want to continue into an internship.
HOW LONG DOES A SEMESTER LAST? HOW LONG ARE CLASSES?
A semester lasts approximately 17 weeks, and classes take place on Tuesdays from 6:30-9:30 PM. Each evening combines two 90 minute sessions.
WHAT IS THE DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION?
Students may register up to the starting date of the semester.
WHAT IF I MISS A FEW CLASSES?
It is recommended that students do not miss more than 2 classes per semester.
ARE THERE ANY AGE OR EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CLASS?
SOMM requires that students graduate from high school before enrolling. Exceptions can be made for students that have completed Levels 1 & 2 of the Movement Youth Student Leadership program and are over 16 years of age.