Student Testimonials

Pastor Dorian R. Williams

I have been operating in the gospel ministry for over 13 years, as well as serving my country as an officer in the United States Air Force. As a Pastor of 200+, I could not find time to further my education until a friend told me about Summit. After receiving my third secular college degree, I was in desperate search of a Christ-centered education, and I did not want to attend one of those "Diploma Mill" schools. I wanted to work for my degree, while knowing after graduation that I have earned the title of Doctor! The virtual classes and correspondence courses were a perfect fit for my busy schedule and my spiritual hunger.

It is an honor to be an alumnus of this Spirit-led institution, and I will proudly hang this diploma next to my others. The course work was intense, and I loved the fact that the textbooks were from current pioneers like Mahesh Chavda, as well as classical pioneers such as F.F. Bruce.

I am proud to be an aerospace/human factors engineer, but I am prouder to be a theologian. I would recommend SBC to anyone who is serious about receiving a Godly education!

Pastor Dorian R. Williams
Lester Gospel Fellowship
Okinawa, Japan

Kathy F.

I have thoroughly enjoyed taking Summit Bible College classes. The staff is great, the instructors are incredible, and it's been a pleasure to interact with other students in the classroom who love the Lord and love to learn. It's been a great experience!

Mark Marquez

My Bachelor of Science helped me to substitute teach and tutor Native Americans. I later was selected to a youth director position for the Jicarilla Apache Tribe in Dulce, NM. I helped to bring both secular and religious programs to the community. I later got married, and my wife and I were selected to work for AMEN ministries in Azusa, California. As a development director, I assisted ministers to training programs from all over North America and South America.

I returned to New Mexico to help my mother, and I worked with my brother's ministry as an editor for the Resurrection Newspaper, a local resource for gospel readers. I then became a teacher where I now help and teach Navajo students at Rock Point Community School. God has helped me at every turn. It has been a struggle but through His Word and by finishing my master's degree and now working for a doctorate in counseling, I want to help those who are lost both mentally and spiritually. Pray for my personal ministry. Summit has given me an opportunity to meet those challenges I face daily through excellent courses.

Mark Marquez
Minister to the Hopi, Apache, and Navajo

Caitlin Colebrook

I started attending Summit in January of 09’ when I was 20 years old. Within my first year at this college I have found what I’m most passionate about, that is living for Jesus. It’s very common for people my age to lose themselves in their college years, but I have found myself! Summit is like a fountain of living water in my life; Jesus is here and ready to give us what we need to be healed, delivered and equipped to minister to those in need. The professors are the most positively influential and compassionate people I’ve ever had the opportunity to learn from. I encourage anyone who is looking to learn more about Jesus to come to this college and learn more about what the Lord has planned for them!

Come Volunteer with us!

Summit Bible College, located in downtown Bakersfield, is seeking the following volunteer positions:




Events & Outreach Assistant - Individual should have a strong interest in non-profit communications, public relations, event planning, and fund-raising to assist the development staff with a wide range of events and administrative tasks.




Graphic Design/ Computer Technician - Ideal volunteers will have experience in graphic and web design, advertising or communications, and computer technology. Volunteers should be comfortable with Adobe Creative Suite and be able to assist in creating promotional and member recruitment materials. Short and long term projects are available. Please submit a portfolio of your work when applying for this position.




Administrative Assistant - This position requires strong database knowledge and experience. Duties include but are not limited to supporting directors, data entry for fund raising and accounting, answering multi-line telephone system, setting up for meetings, taking and transcribing minutes and providing great customer service to our students and partners. Full job description will be provided when a candidate is interviewed. A bachelor’s degree is helpful but not necessary, experience is highly desired.




HOW TO APPLY: To volunteer with Summit Bible College please fax your resume and cover letter to 661-328-1191- or email lporter@summitbiblecollege.com

“For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited Me in, I needed clothes and you clothed Me, I was sick and you looked after Me, I was in prison and you came to visit Me.

"Then the righteous will answer him, 'Lord, when did we see You hungry and feed You, or thirsty and give You something to drink? When did we see You a stranger and invite You in, or needing clothes and clothe You? When did we see You sick or in prison and go to visit You?'

"The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did for Me.' Matthew 25.35-40

Summit Bible College is praying for donations to help us achieve the goals of our wish list:

1. Land (Acreage for our new campus)

2. Qualified Volunteers (Office Admin, Computer Tech, Fund raising, etc.)

3. Front and Side building signs for our existing Campus

4. Completion of Grants for future ministries

5. Sponsorship for our “Gear UP” Radio Program ($100 per show)

6. Office equipment for our volunteers (Desk, computer, phone, etc)

Summit Bible College exists because of God’s grace and the generosity of those sharing our vision. Our goal, as a college, is to educate others of God’s grace, instill through our curriculum the opportunity to be an influence anywhere at any time and provide our students with the necessary means to live a life of service.
The estimate of the costs to achieve these important goals is about $3 million over the next five years.
Don't let this amount intimidate you and please don't think that you can't help us reach this goal. It is possible and we will make it!!
The only way for us to achieve it is to ask for continued financial support from everyone connected with our mission. Every check for $20, $50 or more puts us closer to success. No amount is too small to help. Pass this on to relatives, friends or co-workers and don't forget to remember us in your prayers.
We cannot do this without your help. Thank you for your kindness and generosity.

You can read more about us at our Web site, if you have any questions or need more information please don't hesitate to contact us at
(661) 328-1151

With sincere thanks and blessings,

Summit Bible College

Please make checks payable to:

Summit Bible College
2525 M St.
Bakersfield, CA 93306

You can also donate using our secure PayPal at the top of our Blog.
All contributions are tax deductible - Tax ID number 77-0509269

Gear Up! Listen to our Radio show, 1410 KERI AM

Gear Up! Summit Bible College is now on the Radio!

Stay tuned in to "Gear Up", our weekend radio program; Saturday's at Noon and Sunday's at 5:00pm on 1410 KERI.This week we interviewed SBC alumnist, Chuck Lawson, who talks about the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and visions of the future...Click Here to listen to our latest Gear Up radio program.