Contact: Dr. David Selvey, Crossroads Bible College, 317-789-8255

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., July 19, 2018 /Christian Newswire/ -- Crossroads Bible College, with campuses in Indianapolis and Ft. Wayne, announced today that they have entered into an agreement to pursue a merger with the College of Biblical Studies in Houston, Texas. The two Bible colleges hope to combine resources in an effort to strengthen Crossroads and increase offerings to students. Both colleges focus on multiethnic urban ministry and have predominately ethnic minority students.

President Emeritus Dr. A. Charles Ware believes the opportunity to pursue this merger with the CBS-Houston will be an example of how kingdom work can strengthen and advance when ministries with common missions unite for the greater good. "CBS-Houston brings value to CBC such as regional accreditation, a developed online platform, and a strong team of professionals with a history of success. It also allows us to combine some resources, such as software licensing and information systems."

CBS-Houston President Dr. William Blocker believes Bible colleges must come together to remain viable in today's world. "Bible colleges are facing some enormous challenges, but when we come together, we are stronger, more efficient, and a more effective ministry. Together we can focus on preserving our past, impacting our present, and shaping our future for the cause of Christ."

About Crossroads Bible College
Crossroads Bible College has its main campus in Indianapolis, IN, and a site in Fort Wayne, IN. CBC offers a nationally accredited education on campus and online. CBC leverages the experience and expertise of its faculty, staff, and partners to provide sound biblical training of Christian leaders to serve in ministries, business, government, and social services. Students are prepared to engage and transform their communities through the truth of the Scriptures. Since 1980, CBC has provided biblical education to thousands of students serving around the world.

About the College of Biblical Studies-Houston.
The College of Biblical Studies is located in Houston, Texas. Leveraging its academic rigor and biblical worldview training, CBS-Houston offers a nationally and regionally accredited college education on campus and online, with several programs offered in the Spanish language. Students receive transformational education and training for service to families, ministries, businesses, and communities around the world. CBS-Houston has provided biblically based education to more than 26,000 students since 1976.

President William Blocker came to CBS-Houston in 2012 from Moody Bible Institute in Chicago where he served as a vice president. A former pastor, he holds a Master of Divinity and a Doctor of Ministry in Christian Education.