Objectives, Values, and School Rules

“Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering (for he is faithful that promised), and let us consider one another to provoke unto love and good works; not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another; and so much the more as ye see the day approaching.”  Hebrews 10:23-25

“… therefore for men and women professing Godliness we expect indications of a superior order of things within; that is, the hidden man of the heart.”  Brother John Thomas

To educate (mental enlightenment)

  • To promote the doctrine of God manifestation as the central principle
  • to educate by means of sound scriptural reasoning and evidence
  • to demonstrate the value and relevance of the
    pioneer writings
  • to provide the leadership of Bible principle as the only basis for
    conviction.
To inspire (moral encouragement)
  • to excite with the power and wonder of the scriptures
  • to inspire to a higher standard of zeal
    and service in the Truth
  • to renew the spirit of love and the joy of fellowship with the Father,
    and the Son, and the saints
  • to encourage with the reality and certainty of the kingdom.
To empower (personal commitment)
  • to enthuse to the responsibility of personal commitment in the Truth
  • to empower with spiritual material that helps to effect personal change
  • to develop helps for personal progress in Bible study, prayer and application
  • to nourish the virtues of reverence and humility in spiritual development

The following rules, which apply to both schools, are based upon the School Objectives.

  1. The basis of fellowship at the School is the BASF without reservation, extended to members
    of the Central Christadelphian Fellowship.
  2. Parents are responsible for their children, and should be aware of where they are at all times.
  3. In every way we should show ourselves to be true followers of Christ, and so leave behind a
    good impression that will be a testimony to the Truth and bring glory to God.
  4. So that the programme might operate to everyone’s benefit, all study sessions, meals,
    activities etc should be attended on time.
  5. For the benefit of the School, everyone should be settled in their rooms at a reasonable time. For the dormitories, this means being in rooms by 10:15pm with lights out by 10:45pm.
  6. Men are not permitted in women’s rooms and vice versa.
  7. We have come together for a week of fellowship around the Word of Life. To maximise the
    benefit from our week together we have a policy that attendees are encouraged to stay
    within the School grounds. However if you need to leave the School for any reason, please
    note it in the absence register prior to your departure from the School. For any person age 18 or younger who is leaving the School, you must have Hosts permission before you note it in the Absence register. This will also help us account for people in the event of any emergency.
  8. Outside of the School programme, no promotional activities or meetings of any sort are to be conducted at the School without the prior approval of the Committee.
  9. The world is experiencing an explosion of technology used for both entertainment and communication.  Many of these devices are not helpful to the objectives of the School because they intrude upon the spiritual environment that is being encouraged.  For this reason, electronic devices are not to be used for entertainment at the School.  Any use of electronic devices should be consistent with the aims and objectives of the Family Bible School and considerate of others.  For the sake of preserving the School environment they should be used discreetly and for essential purposes only. Cellphones should be turned off during all sessions.
  10. No alcohol is to be consumed at the School (emblems excepted).
  11. Consistent with the School Objectives, we ask that dress be modest and suitable at all times. At all sessions, dress should be dignified rather than casual, and proper footwear should be worn. For women, trousers are not permitted at any activity, and head coverings are considered scriptural for studies. For men, shorts are not permitted at sessions, and ties are preferred.