open classes
The regular CLBI program offers week-long modules taught by experienced, engaging, and knowledgable instructors, some of whom are also world-renowned in their field.
Some of these classes are open to the public to audit, or take for credit (in-person or online).
Whether you are new to the faith, a life-long believer, curious about God, or unable to commit to a full year at Bible school, our open classes are for you!
Explore & register for open classes below!
Our open classes follow the normal class schedule day-to-day.
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1x optional introduction to class & instructor Monday afternoon
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3x class periods Tuesday & Wednesday
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2x class periods Thursday, & Friday
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(detailed schedule available upon request)
There are 3 registration options:
1. $150 - Class & course content
2. $200 - Class, course content, & 1 lunch per day
3. $400 - Class, course content, room & board on campus
*note: online option not available
discipleship & the nations
Oct 20-23, 2026
MSC - Discipleship And The Nations
Instructor: Emily Adamow
theology of worship
Nov 10-13, 2026
THL - Theology of Worship
Instructor: Rev. Dr. Jay Dyrland
the book of hebrews
Feb 17-19, 2027
BIS/NT - The Book of Hebrews
Instructor: Rev. Dr. Orrey McFarland
the gospel of mark
Oct 20-23, 2026
MSC - Discipleship And The Nations
Instructor: Rev. Dr. Daniel Berge
Rev. Dr. Daniel J. Berge teaches at Lutheran Brethren Seminary, where he currently serves as Professor of New Testament. He has served as a youth pastor at Peace Lutheran Church in Calgary, AB, Canada, as sole pastor at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Eugene, OR, and currently serves Living Faith Church in Fergus Falls, MN. He and his wife Meghan have 8 kids together, and currently live in Fergus Falls, MN.
1 & 2 corinthians
Nov 10-13, 2026
BIS/NT - The Books of 1st and 2nd Corinthians
Instructor: Rev. Dr. Leon Miles