33rd Graduation--24 Nov 2012

Diploma in Theology--Tony Banda, Rosemary Namwaya, Langford Phiri, Fred Brown Phiri
Certificate in Women's Ministry--Agnes Nyowani, Maureen Chongo
Bachelor in Theology--Webster Bwalya, Lawrence K. Mwanza
Nonresidential Theological Training Institute--Brian Milimo, Bridget Minyoi, Peter Mung'omba, Jacob Masiye Phiri, Alfred Sakala, John Hazi Tembo
Mamvule Bible School--Benson Tembo; Chongwe Bible School--Ezron Ngosa, Michael Lukonko

Academic Dean--Dr. John McPherson

Rev. Peter Mwila and Dr. McPherson

Graduation Speaker--Rev. Chalwe, Pastor Central Baptist Church, Kitwe

BTSZ Principal Rev. Ezron Musonda congratulates each graduate.



Seminary Day in the Copperbelt, Kitwe

On Sunday, 4 November the churches of the Copperbelt observed
"Seminary Day."
Staff and students travelled to 17 different churches for this special day.

Kitwe Central Baptist Church was the
headquarters for this emphasis.

 Executive Secretary of the Baptist Fellowship of Zambia, Rev. Luke Buleya
gives a word of encouragement to seminary student Issac Banda.

Dr. John McPherson, professor from the seminary visits with the
Chairman of BFZ, Golden Kyengupyengu.

Everyone enjoyed the fellowship with the churches of the
Copperbelt. The seminary is grateful for the love offerings
given to the support of the ministry of the Seminary.

Book Link Container Arrives!

In October the seminary received a container
from Book Link International.

Professor James Pack discovers some "treasures"
among the many boxes of books

Students and staff work together to unload the boxes.

Mrs. Songja Pack rejoices over clothing for children
that was a part of this shipment.

Laban and Victor handle the boxes with smiles
and gratitude in their hearts.

Dr. John McPherson and new teacher Chris Etheredge
serve as a part of the unloading team.

Student body chairman, Kennedy Hakobwa ponders
one of the many titles included.

Searching for sewing materials for the ladies' sewing class.



"Chicken Tracks" on Gingham (checked) material

Agness works on double cross stitches, straight stitches, and circles

Teacher, Mrs. Songja Pack learns the stitches in class.

Student Maureen adds stitches for a teacup and teapot.

Outline of teacup and teapot with doublecross stitches in yellow thread on dark red checks.

Guest teacher, Mary Thompson brings the pattern and other materials.

2012 Graduates Share Testimonies in Chapel



Lawrence Mwanza, 2012 graduate, prepares
to give his testimony in Chapel
.

Lawrence expresses appreciation to his wife for support.

Juma Banda relates how seminary has equipped him
to serve as a more effective pastor.

Webster Bwalya encourages the remaining students
to grow closer as a Christian community.



 Langford Phiri shares how special this community

at the seminary has been in his life.

 Langford testifies that he is a truly changed man

because of his seminary studies.

 Although her husband continues with degree studies Maureen Chongo

 is completing the Women's Programme.

Maureen proudly shares her testimony

in English a proficiency she has developed at the seminary.

Rosemary Mazyopa recollects her many challenges
and struggles as wife, mother, and seminary student. 
She thanks God for his sufficient grace.

Students and faculty are privileged to hear

from the graduates in their daily chapel times

Faith Chimfumpa, BTSZ Librarian marries David Chibanga



Woodlands Baptist Church, Saturday 22 September 2012



Rev. & Mrs. David Chibanga

Seminary pastorate at Ngungu Baptist



Worshiping in Ngungu Baptist Church served by seminary student, Davy Mukangasa



One of the choirs at Ngungu Baptist shares a song in the service.



Seminary student Lawrence Mwanza shares a special song with congregation.