Principal's Message

Greetings from South India Biblical Seminary!

South India Biblical Seminary (SIBS) is an institution that has stood the test of time, transitioning from a humble beginning in 1937 to becoming a place that has produced many men and women of God who have contributed to the extension of God’s ministry. SIBS celebrates its rich legacy of nurturing individuals who have gone on to establish and serve in numerous churches, mission organisations and charitable institutions across India and abroad. We also share a rich history with the Indian Evangelical Mission (IEM), the Friends Missionary Prayer Band (an outcome of our Seminary Missionary Prayer Band, where the students develop mission consciousness), Vacation Bible School which recently celebrated 75th years of existence.

The institute is firmly rooted in biblical teaching, emphasising the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition. While evangelical in conviction, SIBS respects and appreciates other Christian denominations. The seminary is committed to grooming students to become conscious of God’s calling and to develop a heart sensitive to the needs of those around them. It emphasises character formation, academic proficiency, a mission-oriented outlook, and the cultivation of the heart of Christ, placing others above self.

Over the years, the seminary has produced many pastors, leaders, preachers, and scholars. Today, some of them are serving the Church and various institutions as bishops, executive secretaries, principals, and in many other significant roles. We rejoice in God for all that He has accomplished through SIBS. We continue to reap the blessings of the sacrifices made by the pioneers of the institution and the legacy carried forward by successive leaders.

SIBS will continue to thrive and strive despite the many turbulences and circumstances it may encounter, holding firmly to its motto, “Saved to Serve.” God has been good to SIBS, and the seminary stands as a witness to the truth expressed in Romans 8:31: “If God is for us, who can be against us?” He has led us thus far, and we remain grateful for His faithfulness.

The seminary is deeply convicted of its purpose and therefore places a strong emphasis on quality rather than quantity. We believe that the seminary should admit only those whom God brings to us. We hold firmly to the truth that “little is much, when God is in it” (Matthew 14:17).

The seminary is affiliated with the Senate of Serampore College (University) for the Bachelor of Divinity (BD) programme. It is also accredited by the Asia Theological Association (ATA) for the Master of Divinity (MDiv) programme. In addition, we offer theological education through extension programmes. These programmes are affiliated with the Senate of Serampore College, and we are also working towards offering online and short-term courses designed to benefit churches and Christian leaders.

We seek your prayers and moral support as we endeavour to fulfil the Great Commission. We also invite you to partner with us in whatever ways possible as we move forward in a rapidly changing world, remaining faithful to the Word of God.

Thank you for taking the time to discover more about SIBS. We eagerly anticipate your collaboration, friendship, and active involvement as we continue our efforts to advance theological education and ministerial formation in our nation.

In Christ,

Dr. Ipetlung Lungalang

Interim Principal

SIBS, Bangarapet.