🌿 Elid Alliance Bible Institute

🎓 Vision

To train passionate, Spirit-filled men and women to plant churches, disciple communities, and serve the body of Christ with sound doctrine and practical skills.

🧭 Mission

• Equip students with strong biblical and theological foundations
• Prepare church planters to engage in real urban ministry
• Offer practical and livelihood electives to support full-time ministry
• Disciple servant leaders for long-term local and global mission

🏫 Program Highlights

• Trimester System (3 terms per year)
• 3-Year Classroom Learning + 4th Year Internship
• 10 Units per Trimester only (manageable load)
• 4 Levels of Church Planting Courses
• Focus on Urban Evangelism & Ministry
• Livelihood-Based Electives for Tentmaking Pastors

📚 Academic Programs Offered

1. Certificate in Church Planting – 12 Units
2. Diploma in Theology – 2 Years
3. Bachelor of Theology (Ecclesiastical) – 4 Years
   • Pastoral Studies Track
   • Christian Education for Ladies

Bachelor of Theology (Ecclesiastical)

Duration: 4 Years (Trimester System)
Format: 3 Academic Years + 1 Internship Year
Total Units: 120
Trimester Load: 3 subjects (3 units each) + 1 unit Weekend Ministry
Mode: Zoom / Face-to-Face in Metro Manila
Tuition: ₱500 per unit
Focus: Church Planting, Urban Ministry, Tentmaking
Weekly Chapel: Non-credit
Tracks: Pastoral Studies / Christian Education for Ladies

📅 Trimester Academic Schedule

🧑‍🏫 Faculty

Our instructors are seasoned CAMACOP pastors and educators with Master's and Doctorate degrees, trained in both academic excellence and practical ministry.

🌱 About Us

The vision for Elid Alliance Bible Institute was born during a time of reflection at the General Assembly held on June 3-7, 2025, in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Its founder, Pastor Rhodnnie Jessnor Elid Austria, was inspired by a conversation among pastors about the positive impact of Bible schools on the growth of Alliance churches. This vision became even clearer during an alumni fellowship at City Alliance Church of Palawan, where a pastor shared the story of a student who was sent to Mindanao for ministry training but ended up settling there and did not return to serve in Palawan.

Determined to ensure the continuity of ministry in his home region, Pastor Austria set out to establish a Bible school in Luzon. His goal is to train and send out 100 students, so that the work of the ministry will continue for generations. With the encouragement and support of Rev. Faustino Aguilar Jr.—a retired worker and assistant pastor at Mutual Homes Gospel Christian Church—Pastor Austria was further inspired by Rev. Aguilar's experience in helping to start PACT with former Bishop Dr. Valmike Apuzen, where church planting was a graduation requirement. In the same spirit, Elid Alliance Bible Institute is dedicated to training students to plant churches throughout Luzon.

The institute is named in honor of the late Rev. Reynato Elid Sr., Pastor Austria's grandfather, who faithfully served as a pastor in Sulu and Tawi-Tawi for 25 years and was well-known within CAMACOP. The school is a tribute to his enduring legacy in ministry.

Pastor Rhodnnie Jessnor Elid Austria, the founder, has served as a pastor for nine years and is currently the head pastor of Mutual Homes Gospel Christian Church (CAMACOP), a position he has held for nearly five years. He is the author of Identity First, Destiny Second, a discipleship material used by his church for outreach and spiritual growth. In addition to his ministry work, Pastor Austria is an entrepreneur and a Certified Technical Analyst from the Society of Technical Analysts Philippines.

He believes that, unlike insects such as ants who specialize in a single task, humans are meant to be generalists—continually learning and growing in many areas. As the saying goes, "Jack of all trades, master of none, but still better than a master of one." This philosophy shapes the vision of Elid Alliance Bible Institute: to equip future leaders who are well-rounded, adaptable, and ready to serve wherever they are called.

🧭 Founder's Philosophy in Doing Ministry

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In his study of the economic context during the time of Jesus, the founder of Elid Alliance Bible Institute discovered a profound truth: Rabbis and scribes were not paid for their ministry. Their calling was considered so holy that it could not be equated with monetary compensation. Instead, they were known for their secular trades—just like the Apostle Paul, who was a tentmaker.

Paul's life gives us a powerful example: when the church couldn't support him financially, he didn't abandon the ministry—he returned to tentmaking. But when the support resumed, he also set aside the business to focus fully on preaching. This balance of calling and practicality shaped our founder's conviction that it is both wise and biblical for pastors to have a side business or source of income, especially if their churches are not yet able to support them fully.

In fact, the founder testifies that his own business income not only supports his family, but also helps sustain and grow the church through faithful giving.

Another core belief he holds is this:

"Insects specialize. Humans grow."

In the insect world, if an ant is born to gather food, that is all it does until it dies. If it is a soldier, it will guard the queen for life. But humans were created to adapt, to learn many skills, and to never stop growing.

Unfortunately, many people live their entire lives focused only on the one degree they finished in college, limiting their growth and opportunities. The founder teaches his students that ministers should not stop learning or exploring. He believes in this popular saying:

"Jack of all trades, master of none, is still better than master of one."

This is the heart of Elid Alliance Bible Institute's training philosophy: to develop multi-skilled, self-sustaining, and spiritually grounded pastors who can lead churches, support their families, and impact communities without depending on others for survival.

🗂️ Bachelor of Theology Curriculum (120 Units)

💰 Tuition and Fees

• Tuition Fee: ₱500 per unit
• Full load per trimester: ₱5,000 only
• 🔔 Full Scholarship for the first 10 students — from enrollment to graduation!

🖥️ Learning Mode

• 👨‍🏫 Face-to-Face (Metro Manila)
• 💻 Online via Zoom (Flexible Setup)

📝 Admission Requirements

• At least High School Graduate (Grade 12)
• Pastoral Recommendation
• Simple Interview / Orientation

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