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On March 13, 2025, faculty and students from OTCS Riverside (RS) attended the Los Angeles Theology Conference (LATC) at Biola University in La Mirada, California. This year’s conference focused on the theme “Receiving Redemption,” exploring how individuals and communities receive the blessings of salvation through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Olivet University representatives attended a local tree grafting event hosted by Knöppelåsen, a newly established nonprofit dedicated to promoting regenerative agriculture, permaculture, and the restoration of native plant life in chaparral and desert regions.
Olivet University’s Wednesday service welcomed guest preacher Pastor Jon Runnfeldt, who brought an uplifting message that resonated deeply with students, faculty, and staff. Pastor Runnfeldt, the head pastor of Valley Gospel Chapel for the past five years, was accompanied by his family and members of his church’s youth group, including their leaders.
Olivet Theological College & Seminary (OTCS) hosted a Faculty Development Retreat at its San Francisco (Mill Valley) campus this summer. The retreat centered on enhancing courses, exploring collaborative projects, and providing professional development opportunities for faculty members.
Representatives and theology students from Olivet University recently had the pleasure of attending an annual fundraising event hosted by friends at KOYT 97.1 FM, Anza's beloved local-run broadcasting station.
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Olivet University students joined local Anza Christian churches for a heartfelt evening of worship at the United Praise Night, held at the Anza Community Hall. The event showcased worship teams from Living Hope Christian Fellowship, Anza Valley Christian Fellowship, Anza Valley Gospel, and Olivet University, each leading the audience in a series of inspiring praise performances.
Olivet University St. Louis celebrated its Winter Convocation at the St. Ann Campus, bringing together students, faculty, staff, and friends in a spirit of unity and shared purpose. Notable guests, including the President of Brookes Bible College, the Mayor of St. Ann, a representative of Olivet Assembly, the general secretary of Jubilee World, and members of the St. Ann Police Department, joined the evening to show support.
Anza, CA — As part of an ongoing preaching series hosted at Olivet University, Pastor Matthew Nevills of Anza Baptist Church delivered a sermon titled "In Humility, Value Others Above Yourselves" to an audience of undergraduate and graduate students. Rooted in Philippians 2:3-5, his message emphasized the centrality of humility and unity within the Christian faith.
The Olivet School of Art and Design (OSAD) will host an exhibition to showcase the work of its graduating students and current OSAD participants. The event will feature projects that students have worked on throughout their four years of study, reflecting their growth and achievements.
On the evening of Wednesday, November 13, Olivet University Riverside’s main campus hosted guest preacher Pastor Kevin Watson during the Chapel service. His inspiring message, titled “Holiness," drew from Isaiah 6:1-8 and urged attendees to reflect on the majesty and purity of God, calling them to revere and pursue a life set apart for Him.
Olivet University has donated over 1,000 new bento lunchboxes to local families and residents in collaboration with Anza Electric Cooperative. This initiative aims to provide a practical, reusable option for community members to take meals on the go, whether for work, school, or events.
This past weekend, Olivet University (OU) students joined the annual Michelle’s Place Cancer Walk, participating alongside Anza community members to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer patients during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. OU is a proud sponsor and a second-time participant in this Cancer Walk, underscoring the institution's commitment to supporting local initiatives.
In a spirit-filled gathering, Olivet University (OU) students were warmly welcomed as they performed at the local Praise Night in Anza. Organized by Pastor Kevin Watson from Living Hope Christian Fellowship, the quarterly event brought together congregations from all local churches for an evening of praise, prayer, and community support.
From September 22-28, 2024, representatives from Olivet University participated in the Fourth Lausanne Congress in Seoul-Incheon, South Korea. This pivotal gathering brought together evangelical leaders from around the world to address the pressing challenges and opportunities in fulfilling the Great Commission.
Dr. Nathanael Tran, Chairman of Olivet University, was officially sworn in as the newest member of the Anza Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) during the council’s meeting this week. The ceremony took place on September 18, where Melissa Morfin, Assistant to the Board of Supervisors, administered the oath of office, welcoming Dr. Tran to the five-member board.
Olivet Theological College & Seminary (OTCS) initiated the Faculty Training Workshop Series on January 5, featuring specialized lectures tailored for faculty members.
Olivet Theological College and Seminary is pleased to welcome Dr. Andrew Glen Daniel, who will join the faculty as an adjunct faculty of Biblical Hebrew from the 2023-2024 academic school year.
Olivet Theological College and Seminary (OTCS) San Francisco offered an onsite course "Christian Apologetics" for the Winter 2023 quarter. Both US and International students enrolled in the online course. Students will delve deep into the reasons for Christian faith - a critical topic in relation to evangelism and spiritual growth.
Representatives from Olivet University gathered in Schloss Mittersill, Austria to attend the Global Strategic Forum (GSF) 2022 Symposium. The event brought together global Christian leaders to form a think tank that would produce strategies for influence within the 12 mountains of culture.
Representatives from Olivet University attended the 18th Global Consultation of the International Council for Evangelical Theological Education, ICETE, C-22 conference in Izmir, Turkey.
Olivet University's Master of Divinity students engage in a deep investigation of the tradition of faith in the Church through their systematic theology study series this summer.
Olivet Theological College & Seminary (OTCS) in Orlando, FL extension has been operating with a missions-focused approach since Fall 2021 upon receiving approval by accrediting agency Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE).
Dr. Christy Tran, professor of New Testament whose work primarily focuses on Pauline theology, discussed her latest project: Romans bible study catered to frontline mission workers.
Olivet Theological College & Seminary newly offered Exploring the Life and Theology of Influential Christian Missionaries over the Fall quarter.
Old Testament assistant professor Dr. Kathy Tran is instructing the course 'Introduction to Biblical Hebrew' as an inductive approach to help students interact with and learn Hebrew naturally.
