Purpose
BFC Conference formed a committee to explore the possibility of broadening our understanding of the Millennial Kingdom to include both the Premillennial and Amillennial perspectives.
The Study Committee is inviting you to a one-day informational meeting so you can hear the committee’s rational from Scripture, get a sneak-peak of potential suggested legislation updates for Articles 24-27, and share your questions and concerns with the committee.
This informational meeting is open to all members and attenders of Bible Fellowship Churches. The committee is especially desirous for pastors and elders to attend.
Meeting will be held at Trinity BFC, 220 Main Street, Blandon, PA 19510
Schedule
9am Doors Open – Refreshments
MORNING SESSION
9:30 Session 1: Definition of Terms & Statement of Intent (Tim Schmoyer)
10:30 Session 2: Redemptive Historical Approach to Interpreting Scripture (Tim Bertolet)
11:30am-1pm Lunch Break (a list of local restaurants will be provided or you are welcome to pack your lunch)
AFTERNOON SESSION
1:00 Session 3: A Present Day A-millennial Interpretation of Eschatology (Aaron Susek)
2:00 Session 4: Two Views on Reading Revelation 20 – Difficulties with Apocalyptic Lit (Aaron Susek & Tim Bertolet)
3:00 Wrap-up: Theological Triage and Panel Discussion (Andy Crossgrove & Dan Hoffstetter)
Register
Please register ahead of time so our host church can be prepared for all who are coming. You can register individually or for a group of people.
Please register regardless of whether you will watch online or come in person.
Resources
BFC Articles of Faith
Download a copy of the current Articles of Faith. This particular informational day is focusing on Articles 24-27.
Study Committee Report
Download the Study Committee’s report to BFC Conference. This report outlines the options considered, the unique challenges of this presentation, the common commitments between premillennialist and amillennialists, and the recommended next steps.
Study Committee Presentation
View the Study Committee’s oral presentation to BFC Conference. Presentation is approximately one hour in length.
Four Views on the Millennium
Need a refresher of the four major views of the Millennium? Watch a 20 minute presentation by Study Committee member and BFC Ordained Minister Tim Bertolet.