Presenting CFNI
Jesus gave His disciples concentrated and practical training for evangelism.
They went out and changed the world! This biblical concept is the basis of
Christ For The Nations Institute, a Bible school where Jesus, through the
Holy Spirit, is still preparing disciples to change the world. Christ For
The Nations Inc. was founded as a missionary enterprise in 1948; the institute
was established in 1970. The emphasis of the school is rightfully placed upon
evangelism, thus obeying Christ's Great Commission. Many practical ministry
tools are used and taught at CFNI to reach all ages, all strata of society
and all ethnic groups. CFNI is more than a Bible school; it is a spiritual
experience and an incomparable door of ministry opportunity.
About the Cover
The Dallas skyline forms a striking backdrop against the multifaceted training
programs offered at Christ For The Nations Institute. On CFNI's 75-acre campus
is a caring community which provides for personal growth and academic excellence.
The institute has become a launching pad from which more than 26,000 students
have been trained in the Word and empowered by the Spirit to reach their world
of influence.
About Dallas
The Dallas/Ft. Worth area is a cosmopolitan center with 4.6 million people.
At the center of a major highway hub and serviced by one of America's leading
air service centers less than three hours from either coast
Dallas is a gateway to the historic Southwest and the fascinations of Mexico.
Home of the world's largest wholesale merchandise complex, it is a major world
marketing center. It is also a major religious center and the home of many
national ministry headquarters.
About Christ For The Nations Institute's Campus
The Christ For The Nations campus is located seven minutes south of downtown
Dallas, Texas, between R.L. Thornton Frwy. (I-35E) and Marvin D. Love Frwy.
(Hwy. 67) freeways. The Institute Building is located at 3315 Conway Street,
near the corner of Conway and Kiest Blvd. The Admissions and the Registration
Offices are located in the Student Center, one block south of the Institute
Building at 444 Fawn Ridge Drive. Phone: (214) 376-1711.
The purpose of this school is to teach students to love and serve God, to develop a consistent prayer life, and to learn His Word, thereby assisting them in finding their place in His unique plan. Many who attend CFNI come to prepare themselves for full-time ministry preaching, teaching, music, child evangelism, youth work or missionary endeavors. Others attend in order to develop greater effectiveness as a witness for Christ in the marketplace. It is our goal to equip individuals for the work of the ministry wherever the Lord may guide them.
Each faculty member has been prayerfully chosen, not only for his or her teaching ability, but also for sensitivity to the Holy Spirit. Thus, the Word goes forth from the lips of anointed teachers who encourage the gifts and fruit of the Spirit to function freely and in balance, both in and out of the classroom.
CFNI's wide curriculum provides an expanse of opportunities for the student. All subjects are carefully selected and offered to prepare the individual for their destiny in the Kingdom.
CFNI is one big family. Most of the faculty and staff live on our campus in close proximity to the students. The faculty not only teach the students in the classroom, but interact with them in social events, sports, etc.
Age or nationality is not a factor in the student's learning experience. About one-third of the students are single men, another third are single women, and the final third are married. International students number about 15% of the enrollment, so students have the opportunity to fellowship with believers from many countries.
We invite you to be a part of our CFNI family, which has always extended open arms and a helping hand to believers from around the world those with a burning desire to know God and His Word intimately and to share the Good News with people everywhere.
In His service,
Dennis Lindsay, Chairman of the Board, President and CEO
The President
President Dennis Lindsay, son of Gordon and Freda Lindsay, maintains a close
relationship with the students and academic staff at CFNI. He was a full-time
instructor of apologetics and practics at the institute for 12 years before
assuming the full weight of his current administrative responsibilities. Today,
he continues as an instructor at the Institute to maintain personal rapport
with the student body. President Lindsay received a B.A. in Bible from Southern
California College and has done graduate work at L'Abri, Institute of Evangelism
and University of the Nations. He has traveled extensively in missions endeavors,
and is particularly qualified for his present leadership role by a lifetime
of consistent service to Christ within the multifaceted ministries of Christ
For The Nations.
Christ For The Nations A Long History in World Missions
In 1948, Gordon and Freda Lindsay founded Christ For The Nations, a interdenominational
missionary organization. Since its inception, this ministry has continually
grown and to date has reached into 120 nations teaching the Word of
God through Bible institutes, publishing books in 77 languages, aiding in
worldwide relief projects, and assisting native congregations to complete
their church buildings. The emphasis of the organization is to obey Christ's
Great Commission.
Bible Schools Around the World
Dallas
Jamaica
Germany
Canada
Belarus
Moldova
Romania
Brazil
CFNI is more than just a Bible school; it's a spiritual experience! Since
the Dallas' school's founding, over 26,000 students of all ages and backgrounds,
from every state in the U.S. and 45 nations, have been prepared to minister
the Gospel. CFNI presently has eight associate schools and has helped establish
many others.
· People who have a calling to the ministry missions, evangelism, music, youth, children, pastoral, prophetic or teaching.
· Believers from the marketplace who wish to receive a basic foundation in the Christian faith.
· Christians desiring spiritual growth as well as practical, hands-on training.
· Middle-aged or older Christians who are seeking greater fulfillment in their lives.
· Believers who feel a lack of spiritual balance in their lives and realize their need for development of the gifts and fruit of the Spirit, discipline or stability.
· Young people who have already received their formal schooling, yet need a deeper knowledge of the Scriptures.
· Anyone 17 years or older who is committed to Jesus and has a desire to
learn about the importance and uniqueness of each Person of the Trinity and
a willingness to be led of the Spirit. (Special provisions may be made for
selected high-school-aged students to attend during the summer term.)
The CFNI Concept of Spiritual Training
Long ago God spoke in many different ways to our fathers through the prophets
... telling them little by little about His plans. (Heb. 1:1 LB)
God's ultimate Word is Jesus Christ. Yet the Spirit uses different ways at different times to reveal Him. Men and women of God have often moved cities and whole countries to revival, not by eloquent preaching, but by demonstration of the Spirit and power. The miraculous working of God on earth is vital to world evangelization. Organizational methods or styles may change, but yieldedness in the lives of believers is always necessary.
Christ For The Nations Institute is a place of learning in which the emphasis is more upon the ways of the Spirit than upon techniques. The institute offers an environment of Christian love in which disciples of the Lord Jesus can live, learn and grow together. The vision of its founder, Gordon Lindsay, is being wonderfully blessed by the Lord. More than 26,000 have been led to come and study at this school, where one of the most important subjects is the student's own spiritual life, which results in richer and more productive ministry to others.
We believe Christ For The Nations Institute has been brought into existence because the Holy Spirit wants to work through yielded people everywhere, not just through professionally trained ministers.
The training program at CFNI blends the spiritual and the practical in a most effective manner:
· Brief, concentrated courses of study in the Bible by anointed and qualified faculty so students will become grounded in truth.
· Encouragement of prayer and yieldedness so students can learn directly from the Holy Spirit and experience His marvelous gifts.
·Participation in vibrant praise and worship so students will experience restoration and refreshing in the presence of God.
· Unparalleled opportunity to learn from and observe various types and methods of ministry from guest teachers from many parts of the world so students can see that God can use them to reach their sphere of influence with the power of the Gospel.
· Practical, hands-on training through weekly metroplex ministry and yearly faculty-led international outreaches (optional) so students will learn through experience and can apply what is being taught.
· Specialized training programs for ministry: pastoral, youth, missions and music.
Students will find the greatest treasures of life at CFNI: a passion for
God, practical wisdom from His Word, and His vision for their future.
Since most of them arrive at CFNI fresh from field ministry, they not only build faith through the impartation of their knowledge and experience, they provide practical examples of effective ministry. Miracles of healing, guidance and revelation are often experienced under these Spirit-filled leaders.
Some examples of guest instructors are:
Tommy Barnett
Reinhard Bonnke
Mary Ann Brown
Dick Braswell
Rachel Burchfield
Michael Cavanaugh
Judson Cornwall
Loren Cunningham
Jesse Duplantis
Dick Eastman
Tony Evans
Paul Finkenbinder
Ted Haggard
Jack Hayford
Marilyn Hickey
Benny Hinn
Terry Law
Ralph Mahoney
Larry McLean
Nevers Mumba
Joyce Meyer
Wayne Myers
Sam Nix
Winkie Pratney
R.W. Schambach
Paul Schoch
Jay Sekulow
Chuck Shoemake
Don Stephens
Vinson Synan
Dwight Thompson
Iverna Tompkins
Marcos Witt
· Missions Conference
· Israel in Prophecy Conference
· Annual Seminar
· Youth For The Nations
· Women's Conference
· Worship Conference
1. The One True God.
The one true God has revealed Himself as the eternally self-existent I Am,
the Creator of the universe and the Redeemer of mankind (Deut. 6:4; Ex. 3:14;
Isa. 43:10,11). God has further revealed Himself as a triune Being, manifested
as Father, Son and Holy Spirit (Isa. 48:16; Matt. 28:19; Lk. 3:22).
2. The Scriptures Inspired.
The Scriptures, both Old and New Testaments, are verbally inspired of God
and are the revelation of God to man; they are the infallible, authoritative
rule of faith and conduct (II Tim. 3:15-17; I Thes. 2:13; II Pet. 1:21).
3. The Deity of the Lord Jesus Christ.
The Lord Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God and as such shares in the
divinity and deity of God (Matt. 1:23; Jn. 5:22,23; II Jn. 3; Heb. 1:1-13).
4. Original Sin and the Fall of Man.
Man was created good and upright; for God said, Let Us make man in Our
image, according to Our likeness (Gen. 1:26). The first man, Adam, through
disobedience fell from the grace of God; therefore, sin and death entered
into the world. Adam's transgression incurred not only physical death for
man but also spiritual death, which is eternal separation from God (Gen. 2:17;
3:6-24). Man's propensity to sin because of his sinful nature necessitates
salvation from the power of sin and a Savior to provide that salvation (Rom.
5:12-21).
5. The Salvation of Man.
Man's only hope of redemption and salvation from the power of sin is through
the shed blood of the Lord Jesus Christ (Acts 4:12; Rom. 5:8-13; 10:9; Jas.
1:21; Eph. 2:8).
6. Christ, the One Shepherd.
Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd (Jn. 10:11) and the Great Shepherd (Heb.
13:20). There is only one spiritual shepherd referred to in the New Testament
and Jesus Christ is that One (Jn. 10:16).
7. The Church and Its Mission.
The Church is the body of Christ, the habitation of God through the Holy Spirit,
with divine appointments for the fulfillment of its Great Commission. Each
believer, born of the Spirit, is an integral part of the general assembly
and the Church of the firstborn, which was written in heaven (Eph. 1:22,23;
2:22; Heb. 12:23).
Since God's purpose concerning man is to seek and to save those who are lost, to be worshiped by man and to build a body of believers in the image of His Son, the responsibility of the Church is:
a. To be an agency of God for evangelizing the world (Acts 1:8; Matt. 28:19,20; Mk. 16:15,16).
b. To be a corporate body in which man may worship God (I Cor. 12:13).
c. To be a channel of God's purpose to build a body of saints who are being perfected in the image of His Son (Eph. 4:11-16; I Cor. 12:28; 14:12).
8. The Ordinances of the Church.
a. Baptism in Water.
The ordinance of baptism by immersion in water is commanded in the Scriptures.
All who repent of their sins and believe in Christ as Savior and Lord are
to be baptized. This is a declaration to the world that they identify with
Christ in His death and have been raised with Him in newness of life (Matt.
28:19; Mk. 16:16; Acts 10:47,48; Rom. 6:4).
b. The Lord's Supper or Holy Communion.
The Lord's Supper, consisting of the elements the bread and the cup
of the fruit of the vine is the symbol expressing our sharing of the
divine nature of our Lord Jesus Christ (II Pet. 1:4), a memorial of His suffering
and death, and a prophecy of His Second Coming (I Cor. 11:26), and is enjoined
on all believers till He comes!!
9. The Baptism in the Holy Spirit.
The baptism of believers in the Holy Spirit is evidenced by the initial physical
sign of speaking with other tongues as the Spirit of God gives utterance (Acts
2:4). With the baptism in the Holy Spirit comes the enduement of power for
life and service, the bestowment of the gifts or enablements of the Holy Spirit
and their uses in the ministry of the body of Christ (Lk. 24:49; Acts 1:4,8;
I Cor. 12:1-31). This experience is distinct from and subsequent to the experience
of the new birth (Acts 8:12-17; 10:44-46; 11:14,15; 15:7-9).
10. Divine Healing.
Divine healing was provided for in the Old Testament (Ex. 15:23-26; Psa. 103:1-3;
Isa. 53:4,5) and is an integral part of the Gospel (Matt. 8:16,17; Acts 5:16;
Jas. 5:14-16).
11. The Second Advent of Christ.
The Second Coming of Christ includes the catching away of the Church (I Thes.
4:16,17), followed by the actual, visible return of Christ with His saints
(the Church) to reign with Him on earth for one thousand years (Zech. 14:5;
Matt. 24:27,30; Rev. 1:7; 19:11-14; 20:1-6). This millennial reign will bring
the salvation of national Israel (Ezek. 39:28,29; Zeph. 3:19,20; Rom. 11:26,27)
and the establishment of universal peace (Isa. 11:6-9; Psa. 72:3-8; Mic. 4:3,4).
12. The Final Judgment.
There will be a final judgment in which the wicked dead will be raised and
judged according to their works. Whosoever is not found written in the Book
of Life, will be consigned, together with the devil and his angels, the beast
and the false prophet, to everlasting punishment in the lake which burns with
fire and brimstone, which is the second death (Matt. 25:46; Mk. 9:43-48; Rev.
19:20; 20:11-15; 21:8).
13. The New Heavens and the New Earth.
We, according to His promise, look for new heavens and a new earth in
which righteousness dwells (II Pet. 3:13; see also Rev. 21:1).
Purposes and Objectives
Christ For The Nations Institute is dedicated to training believers of all
ages, ethnic backgrounds and denominations to reach this generation with His
truth and His supernatural ministry.
Some of the purposes of the institute are:
1. Balanced Training. CFNI provides a broad curriculum taught by dedicated and competent faculty along with a variety of guest speakers. Christians at different levels of need from those who do not yet have a basic foundation in the Word to ministers and layworkers needing to gain knowledge in certain areas can benefit from the extraordinary program.
2. Demonstration and Example. At the Institute, students have an opportunity to observe the gifts of the Holy Spirit in operation and the all-important place of the supernatural and steadfast faith. Both the faculty and the guest speakers are men and women of God, well-proven in their varied ministries, encouraging each student to develop the gifts God has bestowed on them to their full potential.
3. Spiritual Unity. The institute promotes a unity in the Spirit among believers a unity of love that transcends our differences.
4. Conformity to the Spirit. Because CFNI draws believers of various ages, walks of life, ethnic backgrounds and religious affiliations, students arrive with differing beliefs, values and attitudes. The institute faculty and staff work with the students individually and collectively to help correct inconsistencies in character and deal with the sources of problems. The goal is to encourage students to move in accordance with the leading of the Spirit and the principles of the Word rather than conform to the standards or customs of man. Students are expected to be tolerant and loving toward other dedicated believers, even though their opinions about extraneous issues may differ.
5. Growth through Fellowship. In addition to offering a well-balanced curriculum, CFNI believes it is imperative that the student transfer the knowledge gained from the head to the heart. Only when knowledge enters the heart, becoming part of the individual's life, does it become lifegiving and capable of producing fruit.
CFNI's leadership believers that one of the most effective ways to change selfish values and attitudes is through living in a Christian community. We are convinced that God demands more of Christian love than a kind of interpersonal coexistence. For this reason, we desire to foster fellowship on our campus in which love is the perfect bond.
To become part of this community, there are four guidelines to which each student should agree:
a. To submit to the Word of God and abide by the principles and goals that Christ taught;
b. To make a commitment to the body its preservation and welfare;
c. To attend classes and join in CFNI functions;
d. To submit to authority and agree to the requests made of the individual or the body by CFNI's established rules and regulations.
6. Practical Personal Learning. CFNI seeks to help every student learn to:
a. Understand the Bible, with emphases on developing consistent Bible study habits and increasing the capacity to memorize Scriptures;
b. Witness and be a witness;
c. Live a disciplined and consistent Christian life in a non-Christian world;
d. Walk the faith life empowered by the Holy Spirit;
e. Be an instrument of the Holy Spirit willing and able to demonstrate in daily life both the fruit and the gifts of the Spirit for the edification of the Church;
f. Teach others by instruction and example.
The day-by-day operation of the institute is conducted by the Institute Executive
Committee members: Dennis Lindsay, President and CEO; Randy Bozarth, Vice
President and Executive Director of External Ministries; Mark Ott, Director
of Business Affairs; Larry L. Hill, Executive Director of the Institute; Dr.
Harold Reents, Academic Dean, Director of Alumni; Dr. Eric Belcher, International
Student Adviser, Director of Alumni Ministers' Fellowship.
Admission Requirements For All Applicants
Because of the purposes and objectives of CFNI, it is necessary that each
student have a born-again experience and display a life dedicated to Christ.
Applicants must give evidence of a sound moral character and a willingness
to live in harmony with the standards and ideals of Christ For The Nations
Institute.
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
1. Application for admission filled out completely.
2. A recent photograph included in the appropriate space.
3. A completed CFNI health admission form signed by a registered physician and returned with the application.
4. A 300-word autobiography explaining how the applicant came to know Jesus Christ and why he/she wants to be trained at CFNI.
5. A nonrefundable $25 application fee.
6. An official transcript from your high school or certification of the satisfactory completion of the GED test. Official college/university transcripts must also be provided.
7. The return of the Personal and Pastor's Recommendation forms.
8. Freedom from drugs, alcohol and tobacco for at least six months before enrolling. Past involvement with homosexuality or lesbianism must be fully documented and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
9. Participation in a local church for at least six months.
10. The return of the signed Objectives and Standards Agreement on the reverse side of the application form.
11. A $100 tuition deposit and a $150 housing deposit (for those requesting
family housing) is required upon acceptance.
Since it usually takes six weeks for government benefits to begin after registration or initial paperwork is started, applicants seeking these benefits should make every effort to begin the admission process at least three months before the term begins. By obtaining CFNI acceptance and submitting government forms at least two months before the term begins, a student is more likely to receive a timely response and payment from the government office.
Veterans
Veterans who plan to attend the institute and obtain benefits through the
Veteran's Administration should contact the CFNI Veteran's Clerk in the Student
Center for the proper forms. These forms should be completed and sent with
the application or soon thereafter. Veterans receive a pro rata refund from
date of withdrawal on tuition expenses.
· V.A. Benefits 1/2 Time Benefits
For students who are veterans and are required to attend a minimum of 12 class
hours per week.
· V.A. Benefits 3/4 Time Benefits
For students who are veterans and are required to attend a minimum of 18 class
hours per week. (See requirements for graduation.)
Special Loans and Grants
At this time, CFNI is not approved for students to receive government aid
in the form of scholarships, grants or loans, including the Basic Education
Opportunity Grant.
1. The Leadership Certificate is awarded exclusively to international students who complete CFNI's one-year program. This certificate requires the successful completion of two semesters (one fall, one spring) and one summer term.
2. The Practical Theology Diploma is awarded upon completion of CFNI's two-year program four semesters and one summer term.
3. The Advanced Biblical Principles Certificate is awarded to those who successfully complete an additional two semesters (fall and/or spring) after having received the Practical Theology Diploma.
4. The Advanced Missions and Cross-Cultural Training Certificate is awarded to those who complete CFNI's Third Year School of Missions. Applicants for this program must have completed CFNI's two-year program. The School of Missions consists of two semesters. During the first semester (fall) the student will attend classes preparing him/her for cross-cultural ministry. The spring -semester will provide a practical approach: The student will be an intern with a seasoned missionary on the field.
5. The Advanced Pastoral Ministry Diploma is awarded to those who complete CFNI's Third Year School of Pastoral Studies.
6. The Advanced Children's Ministry Diploma is awarded to those who complete CFNI's Third Year School of Children's Ministry.
7. The Advanced Worship Diploma is awarded to those who complete CFNI's Third Year School of Worship and the Arts.
8. A limited number of internships are available to those who have completed CFNI's two-year programs. The program offers students an opportunity to gain experience in their field of study. Each intern will have a member of the faculty or administration as an adviser. Preapproval from the institute administration is required.
A full-time student is one who attends school from 8 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday, plus the 7 p.m. session on Tuesday. A full-time student must also participate in a student ministry each term.
On the Course Schedule, all courses of study are identified by a course number which precedes the title of the course (e.g., BI101-03 Old Testament Survey). The first two letters designate the area of study: BI-Bible; TH-Theology; MI-Ministry; PR-Practics; CO-Communication Arts; CE-Child Evangelism; MU-Music; LA-Languages.
The last two numerals of the course number designate the credit value of
the course of study (e.g., -01, -02, -03. When a course is offered during
the summer, it will carry a lower credit than when offered during the fall
and spring terms due to the reduced time of instruction. From time to time,
courses may be offered which do not appear in the Course Description Booklet.
Some courses listed are not offered every term.
Transfer of Credit
For those who wish to pursue a four-year degree, we have found that both accredited
and nonaccredited colleges and universities have accepted CFNI credits in
the past. Check with the school of your choice for information concerning
credit transfer.
Grading System
CFNI uses a four-point system to calculate semester and cumulative grade point
averages.
Description Letter/Points
Work of an exceptional quality A/4
Work of a commendable quality B/3
Work of an acceptable quality C/2
Work of minimal but passing quality D/1
Failing work, no credit given F/0
Incomplete I
Satisfactory S
Unsatisfactory U
Withdraw Passing W
Withdraw Failing X
Audit *
Students unable to complete a course for reasons beyond their control may request an incomplete. Upon satisfactory completion of the work, within six weeks after the end of the semester, a letter grade is assigned.
Withdraw Passing (W)
A withdrawal is assigned if the student voluntarily leaves school.
Withdraw Failing (X)
Students dismissed for any reason receive an X on their records,
and a failing grade of zero points is awarded for the designated number of
credits attempted.
Academic Policies
Attendance
· Weekly Schedule
CFNI's core classes are held Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-noon. Attendance
is required for the session on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Extra cost electives are
held at other various times as listed on the Course Schedule. In addition,
all CFNI students are required to attend Sunday morning service at a local
church or on campus.
Elective subjects and other optional activities are scheduled for other times.
· Daily Schedule (Mon.-Fri.)
8-8:30 a.m. Chapel
8:45-9:35 a.m. Required Subjects
9:35-10 a.m. Snack Break
10-10:50 a.m. Required Subjects
11 a.m. United Session
2. The applicant should be a person who has proven spiritual strength and stability prior to application, and who has been involved in some type of Christian ministry under the leadership of a minister for at least one year. It is recommended that the applicant also has at least one year of Bible school.
Steps in the Admission Process
1. The applicant must complete a preliminary questionnaire and application
and return with all items requested to CFNI's International Admissions Office.
2. In response to the application, the applicant will be notified by mail as to whether or not he/she is being considered for admission.
3. If the applicant is being considered for admission, the letter will contain the name and address of a contact person in the applicant's country. To continue the admission process, the applicant must be interviewed by and receive a favorable recommendation from that person. (An applicant who does not have a valid passport should begin the process to obtain one immediately.)
4. If a favorable recommendation is received from the contact person, additional application materials will be sent to the applicant to further determine their qualifications and give understanding of the institute's requirements. The applicant must agree to fully cooperate with CFNI in every way and willingly conform to all its regulations and directives while a student.
5. The applicant or a church, individual or business qualified to guarantee full support for the applicant must then produce a legal document, such as a letter from a bank, verifying the applicant's ability to pay tuition and living costs, plus round-trip transportation in advance. Sponsors must accompany the bank statement with a notarized Affidavit of Support form. Some positions are available on the Work Study Program, which helps the student with tuition and living costs, but CFNI never assists with the cost of transportation. A current cost information sheet for CFNI is enclosed.
6. Upon receipt of the requirement stated in number 5 (above), the applicant will be sent a Certificate of Eligibility (Form I-20), along with an official acceptance letter. These are required by United States Consulates for the applicant to obtain a student visa.
Note: For more information, contact the International Student Admissions
Office. (214/302-6414).
Christ For The Nations is a charter member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) and enthusiastically subscribes to good and wise stewardship of all funds entrusted to us. We promise to use these gifts wisely and effectively in Christ's Name.
Now this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in our relations with you, in the holiness and sincerity that are from God. We have done so not according to worldly wisdom but according to God's grace (II Cor. 1:12 NIV).
Financial Equality Policy
Students who are veterans and eligible for educational benefits shall never
be subjected to charges which exceed those of other students pursuing the
same or similar courses of instruction.
Advertising Policy
In the publications of Christ For The Nations Inc. and Christ For The Nations
Institute, no advertising of any type will be knowingly included which is
erroneous, misleading by actual statement, omission or intention, or not in
harmony with the standards or ideals of the school and ministry.
Productive Labor Policy
Employment of students and the utilization of facilities and equipment shall
never be applied to compete with private industry.
No-Discrimination Policy
CFNI policies concur with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (PL 88-353)
and all regulations adopted pursuant to such Title VI. No person shall, on
the grounds of race, color or national origin, be excluded from participation
in, be denied the benefit of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination
under any program or activity of CFNI.
Liability Policy
Student accident and health insurance (minimal) is purchased for each student
as a part of the Activity Fee. Christ For The Nations Inc. and Christ For
The Nations Institute are not responsible for loss or injuries caused by or
incurred by students or their families while in attendance at CFNI.
Endorsements
Christ For The Nations Institute is approved for veteran's training. It is
also approved by the U.S. Department of Justice for the training of international
students. CFNI is not approved for the Basic Education Opportunity Grant or
other government grants.
Student Housing
All full-time students are required to live on campus, with the exception
of metroplex residents (must have minimum six-month residency in the Dallas
area, a Texas driver's license, and Texas auto plates). Nonresident single
students may apply to the Dean of Students for permission to live with parents
or legal guardians who reside in the metroplex.
· Singles
A housing security deposit will be required of all single students by the
time of registration. This will be refundable when the student checks out
properly (see Finance insert for amount).
Students are expected to provide their own personal items for apartment living as follows: pillow, pillowcases, sheets (single students will have twin-sized beds), blankets, bedspreads, towels and washcloths. For single ladies and families, kitchen utensils such as skillets, saucepans, tea kettles or coffeepots, toasters (if desired), table settings, kitchen towels, etc., would be needed. Only coffeemakers, microwave ovens and compact refrigerators (not exceeding 1.7 cubic feet) are allowed in the men's dorm.
In an effort to maintain an atmosphere conducive to good study habits, television sets are not allowed in the single students' dorms.
· Families
CFNI families are provided with campus housing. After having been accepted
for admission, families should verify their accommodations in advance of their
arrival.
For planning purposes, CFNI requires a housing deposit following a married applicant's acceptance. A housing form will be included in the packet of information the student receives upon acceptance. The student will return the form with the designated deposit to the Housing Department as soon as possible. This deposit will be credited toward the student's school account and will automatically enter his name on the housing list. If the student has to cancel or postpone entrance to school, he/she must notify the Housing Department at least two weeks prior to the beginning of his initial term to receive a refund or transfer the deposit to a future semester. If this two-week deadline is not met, the deposit is nonrefundable.
Usually, CFNI has sufficient family housing; however, in the rare event that housing on campus is not available, there are some apartments within the immediate vicinity of the campus. If it is necessary for a family to obtain off-campus housing, the deposit will be applied to the student's tuition costs.
The following factors are considered in making family housing assignments:
1. Standards of family size for each apartment.
2. Due to limited housing, families with more than four children may not be allowed to live on campus.
3. Because of the dormitory setting, pets (dogs, cats, etc.) are not allowed in student housing.
All dormitories are subject to regular inspection in order to determine maintenance needs and to assure cleanliness. Payment for damage to the apartment or its furnishings will be collected by the Finance Office from the student(s) responsible.
Nursery
Child care in CFNI's nursery is available at an extra charge when:
· Both parents are full-time students at CFNI;
· A single parent is a full-time student;
· Full-time students have spouses who work full time; or one parent is a full-time student, and the other parent is a part-time student (only during part-time student's classes).
· Nursery facilities are available at a prorated fee to parents who are registered
part-time for credit/noncredit attendance.
The nursery is available to children of parents who are in attendance at CFNI's
Tuesday evening services and during the 11 a.m. united sessions.
· CFNI nurseries are not babysitting services, but are rather, a Bible school training program for children.
Dress and Decorum
The purpose of a dress code for a community of Christian believers is not
to deprive the individual of personal prerogatives, but rather to provide
a unified representation of the objectives of that community. CFNI's objectives
involve ministry under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Such a desire for
service implies a willingness to be subject to established authority. Cooperation
in dress and appearance is solicited. Dress and hairstyles must conform to
Christian standards of good taste so as to refrain from offending anyone because
of dress or decorum.
· Women's Dress Code
Modesty and femininity are the guiding principles for women's dress at CFNI.
Extreme styles which do not reflect the Christian culture in America are prohibited.
- No body piercing, i.e. no studs in eyebrows, nose, tongues, etc. No tattoos,
if you have a tattoo see the Dean of Women for instructions.
- Skirts must be no higher than the top of the knee. No mini-skirts are allowed.
- No slits (front, back or sides) may be higher than regulation skirt length.
- Shorts or Capri's are acceptable on campus, but they must be no shorter
than 4" above the knee.
o Shorts are not permitted in office buildings.
o Shorts may be worn in the cafeteria during breakfast, dinner and Saturday.
o Please refrain from wearing them during lunch and on Sunday.
- Spandex must be worn underneath running shorts. Shorts must be regulation
length. Spandex may not be worn without shorts over them.
- Tank tops are permitted in your apartment complex courtyard only until 6:00pm
Monday through Saturday. Shoes must be worn at all times you are outside the
complex (this includes the parking lot areas).
- Sleeveless dresses our blouses may be worn, as long as they do not cut in
over the shoulder. Dresses with straps for sleeves must have a shirt under
them. No low-cut dresses (front, back or sides) are allowed. (No cleavage!)
T-shirts with writing on the front are NOT allowed to be worn during classes.
- No excessively tight clothing may be worn (including shirts, shorts, skirts
and pants). If you can see the outline of your undergarments, it's too tight.
- Pants that are allowed to be worn to class MUST fall into one of the following
categories: Dress Slacks/Khaki Pants/Cargo Pants (no denim)/Corduroy Pants
- Pants types that are NOT allowed are: Denim Jeans/Spandex Slacks (or spandex
blend)/Sweat Pants/Over-alls (bibs)/Camouflage/Capri Pants/Nylon Draw String
Pants.
- Please keep in mind, as with all dress code regulations, modesty is required.
Pants must be in good, modest taste or you will be asked to change. If you
have any question, please contact the Dean of Women's Office.
- Sandals are acceptable in class, but no flip-flops.
- Only modest on-piece swimsuits with straps are permitted. Absolutely no
two piece swimsuits. French-cut (high cut) legs or very low cut backs are
not to be worn on campus.
- No baseball caps are allowed in the cafeteria or class.
- Dress code is in effect during break, has to be adhered to off-campus and
must be observed at all regularly scheduled CFNI functions.
· Men's Dress Code
The guiding principle for men at CFNI is to be well-groomed, clean and tidy.
Attire For Classes, Services, And Official Functions
- Men are required to wear slacks such as neatly pressed "Dockers"
or Khakis are acceptable. International attire can be worn during class hours
or special events. Camouflage pants are not to be worn at all. Denim jeans
only be worn on Jean Day.
- Men may wear dress shirts or sport shirts (E.G. golf shirts), which have
a folded down or banded collar. They may also wear a dress pullover that has
three or four buttons with the appearance of a banded collar. Turtlenecks
and mock turtlenecks are acceptable. A sleeveless sweater-vest may be worn
with an acceptable dress code shirt but NOT with a T-shirt, T-shirts, both
long sleeved and short sleeved are not acceptable for regular classes nor
on Jean Day. Dress tees may be worn as long as they are NOT cotton. Only Hawaiian
shirts, Mexican shirts, and sweaters are allowed to be worn untucked. All
other shirts must be tucked into the slacks and belts must be worn. Athletic
jerseys and sweatshirts are not allowed.
- Socks and shoes must be worn. Athletic shoes are acceptable for Tuesday
night services. No sandals.
Hair Styles And Jewelry
- Men are required to be clean or have neatly trimmed beards. Beards may not
be grown after the school term begins. This includes Goatees and Fu-Man-Chu
styles. No spiked hair. No wild or multiple-colored hair dyes, nor half shaven
hair styles allowed.
- Haircuts are to be MODERATE and MODEST, not trendy. Spiked hair is not allowed.
Hair must not extend to be bottom of the collar nor cover the top of the ears.
Side burns may be worn to the bottom of the ear.
- No earrings or Body Piercing may be worn by male students or male children.
Any trendy jewelry that is unacceptable will be addressed by the Dean of Men.
- Do not get a tattoo while you are enrolled as a student.
- No colored nail polish to be worn by males.
· Student Families Policy
Married students must adhere to the same dress code as single students. Students
with families at CFNI do not relinquish their scriptural responsibilities
as parents. Parents cannot be too busy with working and studies and leave
their child's training to others. Christian schools in the Dallas area place
great responsibility upon the parents to allow time to assist their children
in homework and discipline.
Worldly Personal Habits
Students are expected to abstain entirely from the use of tobacco, alcoholic
beverages and illicit drugs, both on and off campus. They will also maintain
behavior above reproach in relationships, avoiding all appearances of evil.
Supplies Needed by Students
The Bible is the main book for study. Any required textbooks for CFNI courses
will be available at the campus bookstore. A concordance, Bible dictionaries
or other research materials would be very useful.
Employment
Most campus jobs are reserved for international students. (The U.S. government
will not allow them to work off campus this includes Canadian students.) Therefore,
it is important for U.S. students to obtain a job in the community if they
need to work.
CFNI is conveniently located near downtown Dallas and jobs are usually available
to the persistent who demonstrate a strong desire to work. Having personal
transportation is an advantage in finding and maintaining a job.
The CFNI Employment Office is located in the Student Center. There listings
of current job openings and other employment information are available to
students and family members.
It is vital that each CFNI student try to have as much in savings as possible before coming. Keeping a balanced budget it an important part of preparation for Christian service.
Physical Fitness and Athletics
With an intramural sports program available, students may play on teams such
as softball, basketball, football and volleyball. Each student is encouraged
to participate in some physical exercise on a regular basis.
The Student Center has a gymnasium for basketball, an indoor pool, a weight lifting and exercise area and a fellowship area for games such as table tennis, etc. Many opportunities are available for children to participate in athletics. For additional information, students should contact the Athletic Director.
Health Care
CFNI provides a minimal, supplemental health insurance program for full-time
students. The cost of this insurance is included in the Activity Fee and is
charged per semester. Dependent coverage is available at an extra charge,
and the necessary forms for enrollment in this plan are available from the
Records Secretary, located in the Student Center. This student health insurance
program does not apply to nonstudent personnel of CFN or CFNI. Students with
children between the ages of 0-5 are strongly encouraged to see that the children
have regular pediatric care.
The beautiful multipurpose Student Center (SC) provides an indoor Olympic-sized swimming pool, an exercise and weight room and a specially-equipped gymnasium which can be converted from a basketball court into a 1,500-seat auditorium. There are several small classrooms, offices and a lounge area.
The Library contains approximately 27,000 volumes of theological books with emphases on Charismatic ministry and the Holy Spirit. A tape library is available to students for individual study of the lectures of teachers and guest speakers, as well as outside sources. These may be used in the Library or checked out. Computers are available to students for data processing.
The beautiful Prayer Chapel seats approximately 300. The Library/Chapel (LC) building also provides office space, several small classrooms, a prayer-room with individual prayer closets, and, of course, the Library.
The first floor of the Headquarters Building (HQ) contains Wayne Myers Auditorium, seating 600, one classroom, and several nurseries and offices. On the second floor are CFN's executive offices.
The Christian Center (CC) has excellent kitchen facilities and is used for dinners and luncheons; it also serves as a large classroom.
The 13-story Gordon Lindsay Tower (GLT) houses all CFNI's single men, the school cafeteria and offices for the Men's Department.
The Music Building (MB) is used for choral and orchestra practice, music classes, and individual voice and instrument lessons.
Single women students reside in dormitory apartments Mary Martha (MM), Agape House (AH) and Gospel Courts (GC). These apartments contain kitchen facilities.
Married students and those students with children reside in apartments in Kings House, Courts of Praise, Luke House, Dayspring, Morningstar and Cornerstone. One-, two- and a limited number of three-bedroom units are available in these complexes.
Christ For The Nations Bookstore supplies all of the students' needs for textbooks and materials and carries an additional selection of outstanding Christian reading and reference materials.
Laundry facilities are provided in all apartment complexes, and most have a swimming pool within the confines of the apartment courtyard.
Other facilities include a gazebo, tennis courts, track, football and softball
fields and a delightful tree-shaded park area for picnics.
So that we may efficiently serve students, we ask that they arrive between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on weekdays. If a student comes to Dallas by plane, upon arrival at the Dallas/Ft. Worth Airport or Love Field, he/she should call SuperShuttle at (972) 329-2000. The student should instruct the driver to take him/her to Christ For The Nations Institute, located at the intersection of I-35E and Hwy. 67S in Oak Cliff. The student is responsible to pay the charge for this transportation (approximately $30 for the first rider and $6 for every additional rider). A student arriving on campus before 5 p.m. should ask the driver to take him to the Student Center at 444 Fawn Ridge Dr. If he/she arrives after 5 p.m., he/she should ask the driver to take him/her to the CFNI Dept. of Public Safety office located in front of Gordon Lindsay Tower at 321 W. Kiest Blvd.
Christ For The Nations Magazine
In continual publication since 1948, Christ For The Nations magazine is one
of the most enduring Spirit-filled publications in the world. Dynamic articles
and prophetic reports are featured in each issue. The magazine also reports
on CFN's upcoming seminars, retreats and tours. A free subscription is available
upon request in the U.S. and Canada. (Due to high mailing costs, foreign subscriptions
require $10 per year.)
For a subscription, contact:
Christ For The Nations Inc.
P.O. Box 769000
Dallas, TX 75376-9000
Phone: (214) 376-1711