Our Mission

The mission of W. L. Bonner College is to equip and empower students with Christian values grounded in the Holy Scriptures, preparing them for service to the Church and the broader community. This is accomplished through biblical instruction, ministry and vocational training, and general education within the Apostolic-Pentecostal tradition.

We affirm that effective service begins with a personal relationship with God, empowered by the Holy Spirit, enabling students to reflect His image, love, and compassion in all areas of life.

Our academic programs integrate biblical and theological foundations, general education, and ministry development, intentionally connecting theory with practical application.

The College’s goals, projected outcomes, core values, and educational philosophy are derived from and aligned with this mission, ensuring the fulfillment of its institutional purpose.

Our Statement of Faith

The mission and calling of W. L. Bonner College are rooted in the historical and theological vision of The Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith, Inc.. In alignment with this denominational heritage, our theological foundation is firmly grounded in the Holy Bible, the inspired Word of God, which serves as the ultimate authority for faith, doctrine, and Christian living.

As a product of the Apostolic-Pentecostal tradition in America, we affirm the Oneness of God, who has revealed Himself as Father in Creation, Son in Redemption, and Holy Spirit in regeneration and empowerment of believers, while remaining one God.

We believe in the Incarnation and Virgin Birth of Jesus Christ, His death, burial, and bodily resurrection, and His promised Second Coming. We affirm the Pentecostal experience of the infilling of the Holy Spirit, evidenced by speaking in tongues, and recognize the operation of spiritual gifts as outlined in First Epistle to the Corinthians Chapter 12.

We further believe that holy living is a biblical mandate and an essential expression of a transformed life committed to Christ.

Our Vision

W. L. Bonner College (WLBC) aspires to be recognized and respected within the higher education community as a premier institution for students pursuing education in religious and theological studies. As a Christ-centered institution dedicated to preparing and equipping Christian leaders, WLBC seeks to develop individuals who are called to serve churches, families, communities, and congregations through ministry, education, and outreach.

To fulfill this vision, WLBC is committed to the following:

Establishing annual funding and capital campaigns to strengthen organizational capacity and support the continued expansion of the College’s mission and impact.

Pursuing excellence as an accredited institution of higher learning;

Maintaining compliance with the standards of internal and external governing agencies and accrediting bodies;

Expanding enrollment by attracting and training Christian workers serving in ministry roles such as pastors, evangelists, teachers, mission leaders, and youth ministers across various denominations;

Providing continuing education opportunities that support lifelong learning and ministry development;

Recruiting high school graduates from Christian schools who demonstrate academic promise and spiritual commitment;

Hosting annual college fairs that engage students, parents, and guidance counselors from middle and high schools;

Strengthening families, communities, and congregations through educational conferences, ministry initiatives, and outreach programs;

Building and sustaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders, churches, colleges, universities, and community partners;