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APTS 2 Chalice 2014 3
Greetings from Past Presidents
Chalice 2014
From the President
From the Academic Dean
From the Dean of Students
Board of Directors
Administration
Faculty
Missionaries
Staff
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Graduates
Student Body
Postgraduates
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Historical Timeline
Highlighting Past Graduates
Highlighting Current Graduates
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Classroom
Library
Annual Lectureship
APTS Extension & Press
English Language Program
Special Programs
Field Education
Impact Teams

Spiritual Emphasis Week
Chapel
Missions Conference
International Night
Selah Worship
Prayer Mountain
Small Groups
Campus Life
School Outing
Christmas Candlelight
Student Council & Chalice Team

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Greetings & Messages Graduates and Students A Glance at the Past Growing Academically Growing Spiritually Growing in Community
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Greetings From Past Presidents
Rev. Everett L. McKinney
President 1977- 1984
I am greatly honored to greet you as we celebrate the Golden Anniversary of APTS. The leadership of the
national churches of the Asia Pacifc region expressed the need for a school to be established to assist pastors
and workers to complete degree programs beyond the three-year Bible institutes scattered throughout the
region. It was a small, but important, beginning when founding President Harold Kohl welcomed six students
to study the frst trimester.
No one could have imagined the development of APTS over the next ffty years. The original purpose of
providing high quality training has been an anchor guiding the seminary in developing degree
programs to meet the changing needs of the Asia Pacifc region and beyond. As the
national churches and Bible schools advanced to where they could meet their
needs at a given level, the leadership of APTS proudly handed over degree and
ministry programs to them. APTS was able to creatively develop higher
level degrees and programs to further meet their needs.
I congratulate the Board of Directors, administrators, faculty and staff for the team effort that has
earned APTS a reputation as one of the leading seminaries in the region.
Paul’s appeal to Timothy in 2 Timothy 2:2 has been an admonition not taken lightly by all
involved in pouring their lives into the students the Holy Spirit has led to walk the halls of
APTS over the last 50 years: “And the things you have heard me say in the presence of
many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualifed to teach others.”
We are so thankful to the Lord for the many hundreds of graduates serving as
presidents, deans and faculty of many fne colleges and schools in many nations, and
as pastors, church planters, missionaries, and church workers who serve in many
nations of the world.
Keep up the excellent work. Congratulations for a job well done.

Everett L. McKinney
Dr. David Lim
President 1987- 1989
The challenge of APTS has always been “to the
Regions Beyond.” We need to understand the
missionary heart of Father God who sent Jesus
to incarnate in this sinful world that would reject
Him in order to reach the unreached for Jesus. But
to do this APTS has sought to challenge leaders to
go to the regions beyond:
Our comfort zones. We have a temptation to get stuck
in a rut, to be comfortable with our present roles of
ministry, to seek fnancial stability, dignity, and to “do”
God’s work in familiar territory.
Our present intellectual growth. APTS was meant to challenge our thinking, to break down
presuppositions that do not hold up to the tests of biblical truth, to have the tools that would help us be
true students of the Word, to hear the ringing, life-changing truths of God, and to communicate them to
others.
Our methodology. Every nation is going through major upheavals in culture and perspective. A younger generation
may not tune in to older ways of communication. There are many unreached people groups that may not be reached with
traditional methodology. We must seek the wind of the Spirit to help us creatively fnd new ways to share the gospel.
Our abilities. Human abilities will never change the world for God. We need Holy Spirit power. That means an undying hunger for God, a
consistent prayer life, and learning to step out in faith.
Past successes. Over 50 years APTS has trained many of the top leaders in over 20 countries. We were training Asians to impact Asia. But we
cannot rest there. This new generation needs to dream bigger dreams, climb higher mountains, and claim more territory for Jesus! May God
bless APTS in greater ways than ever to meet the increasing populations of Asia.
David Lim
Dr. John F. Carter
President 1996- 2004
It is a joy for me to offer greetings in this Jubilee edition of the APTS Chalice. My own involvement
with APTS began over 20 years ago and has continued until now in a variety of roles. During these
years I have had the pleasure of seeing the seminary develop in many signifcant ways including the
construction of outstanding facilities, creation of new academic programs and contribution to the
advancement of Pentecostal theology and mission through its journal and other publications, and the
annual William Menzies Lectureship.
APTS was founded with the purpose of educating leaders who would be in the forefront of the
expansion of the Pentecostal movement throughout the region. Today, we celebrate the
seminary’s accomplishments over its frst 50 years. Hundreds of pastors, Bible
school leaders and missionaries have graduated from APTS and gone on to
signifcant ministries in their own nations and around the world. Indeed,
there is hardly a Bible school in Asia Pacifc that lacks an APTS alumnus
as an administrator or faculty member, and many of the largest
churches in the region are pastored by an APTS alumnus.
As you, the class of 2014, join their ranks as our Jubilee graduates, we are confdent God will
continue to lead you in the fulfllment of the vision for service and ministry that He has given
you, and we, the board, administration and faculty of APTS, are pleased to have played a part
in your preparation! As you go, never forget the motto of APTS “Zeal with Knowledge.” Let
zeal empower and drive you forward, but let your zeal be tempered by your knowledge
so your ministry will be effective and sustainable through the challenges that you will
undoubtedly face. My earnest prayer is for God to richly bless your lives and ministries!
John F. Carter
Dr. Wayne Cagle
President 2004- 2009
Congratulations President Yee Tham Wan, APTS
Board, Administration, Faculty, Staff, Student
Body and Alumni on the occasion of this 50th
Anniversary celebration of Asia Pacifc Theological
Seminary from 1964 to 2014.
As you celebrate this anniversary, we join you in giving
thanks to God for this seminary and the thousands of
students who have been trained in theology, missions,
practical ministries and Pentecostal studies. We rejoice in
God’s goodness, in the alumni who have gone all over the world
serving as leaders, teachers, pastors, evangelists and missionaries. “Zeal with Knowledge” has been
the guiding theme under God’s leadership and provision.
I count it the privilege of a lifetime to have had the opportunity to attend APTS as a student, teach as a member
of the faculty, serve on the Board, and lead as President from 2004- 2009. I was constantly aware of the legacy
we had received from leaders, donors, supporters, organizations and churches who faithfully assisted in the vision and
ministry of APTS. We stood on the shoulders of those who went before us in leadership and godly wisdom.
May God continue to anoint all those who participate in the ministry of APTS in this 21st century and guide the seminary in new areas of
development. May God continue to bless APTS as more workers are trained and sent out into the Harvest Fields of the world until Jesus
comes!
Wayne Cagle
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From the President jubilee Chalice
“This Is the Year of Jubilee!” That is the title of our theme song for
the 2014 APTS Jubilee celebrations.
We actually started this Jubilee journey in September 2009 when we
adopted the four-pronged “2014 Jubilee Vision” of (1) 200 students; (2)
14 qualifed faculty; (3) a prayer mountain; and, (4) a debt-free status.
We have fulflled items number (3) and (4) already. We have a beautiful
prayer mountain that we continue to develop, and we are now offcially
debt-free as well. Praise the Lord! We still have items number (1) and
(2) and we are praying that in the course of the 2014-2015 school year,
we will see these come to pass as well.
Jubilee is a time of freedom – a time to rejoice, to give thanks and to
celebrate. Jubilee is not just a once-in-ffty-years event. It is an everyday
attitude – a lifestyle. We are commanded to rejoice in the Lord always
(1Thess. 5:16; Phil. 4:4) and to give thanks in everything (1Thess. 5:18).
This celebratory lifestyle of joy and thanksgiving is possible when we are
in the Lord’s will. When the prodigal son returned home, the father said,
“. . . we had to celebrate . . .” If we are where God wants us to be, it is easy to celebrate.
The APTS graduands this year are a very special batch because their commencement exercises coincide
with the Jubilee celebrations. They have so much to be thankful for. They have so many reasons to rejoice.
So, I say to them: “Go out and celebrate your calling and your ministry!”

Hallelujah!
The work of preparing this Chalice for the 50th year
of APTS has focused on two sets of themes. First, we
wanted to present a Chalice that looks back to our
heritage and looks forward to where we are going.
We trust that we have accomplished this objective,
particularly in the timeline, the greetings from current
and former presidents of the seminary, updates on
graduates, and future plans of current students, as
well as our theme of “growing” that is woven through
this Chalice.
The second set of themes was a bit more
complicated to present. We began by trying to
organize the Chalice into three cleanly-divided
sections that would demonstrate the three-fold
character of APTS: International, Pentecostal,
and Missional. We very quickly realized that it is
not possible to divide the experiences of being a
student, faculty member, or staff member at APTS
into three neat categories. In truth, the entire
atmosphere of APTS—academic, spiritual, social—is
beautifully colored by all three of these aspects. The
International-Pentecostal-Missional nature of APTS
is what continues to draw students and faculty from
all over the world. With gratitude to our Lord and a
healthy sense of pride, we think there is no place on
earth like APTS.
May this Chalice bless and encourage you as you
remember what God has done through APTS over
the last 50 years, and look with courage and hope
toward all that He will do in and through us in the
coming years.
INTERNATIONAL
PENTECOSTAL
MISSIONAL
The Year of Jubilee!
Rev. Yee Tham Wan
President
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The Jubilee year in Israel’s history was a time of release of captives,
cancelling of debts, and rejoicing in God’s goodness and faithfulness. For
APTS we have much for which we can thank God. Over the last forty-nine
years His faithfulness and goodness have been constantly seen in the
school. Obstacles have been faced and overcome. The school has grown,
both physically, and I believe in the spiritual realm, and the effect that its
graduates have in the nations of Asia Pacifc will only be fully understood
when we all get to heaven.
It is my great joy to be the Academic Dean at this signifcant time in the
seminary’s history. While we have so much to be grateful for, we also have
exciting and awesome challenges ahead. Remaining relevant in a fast-
changing world is a key to the ongoing success of the school. But
remaining true to God in a highly secularised world is an even more important key.
As we move forward into the next 50 years, may we not only maintain that academic excellence
which is the hallmark of the seminary but also maintain a passionate spirituality which is so vital to
success in ministry. May we continue to impart to students, not only the truths of God’s word, but
the passion for God Himself, which is what fres all signifcant spiritual accomplishments.
We cannot afford to rest on past achievements, but must push on to greater and more signifcant
ones. The whole world still needs Jesus, and we are here to train people who can take Jesus not
only to the geographical ends of the earth, but to the depths and heights of society. My prayer is
that graduates from APTS will be found ministering the gospel in every strata of society, in every nation of the
region, faithfully fulflling God’s mandate to make disciples until He comes.
From the Academic Dean From the Dean Of Students
Congratulations to the Class of 2014! It is a joy to see each of you come
this far and then commence the next phase of the LORD’s purposes and
plans for your life. As I look over the graduating Class of 2014, I am thrilled
to see those who are concerned about the unreached, the marginalized,
the hungry, and the forgotten. I am excited to see others enter into the
ministry of discipleship, teaching, and pastoring. In order that missio dei fnd
completion and fulfllment we need to make sure that we begin well. Rev.
Everett McKinney preached a powerful message encouraging us to fnish
well. We also must begin well.
When we commence various phases of life, the beginning can have a rocky
start. How can we begin the ministry or the call of God for our lives with a
sense of wholeness and success? There are several things that will help us
to begin well, which will also help us to fnish well. My encouragement to you is to have a growing
relationship with the LORD. Moreover, there are three ingredients that will help us to always begin
well and maintain our spirituality throughout life.
The most essential ingredient to beginning well is a strong relationship with the Word. Life is to
be founded upon the Word. The Word is a spiritual source that preserves stability, strength, and
sustenance. Another fundamental ingredient to beginning well is prayer – conversation with the LORD.
Prayer means that in talking with the LORD there is peace, power, and presence. When there are
tough spiritual battles prayer will carry us through to joy, gladness, and put a new song in our spirit.
Finally, the third ingredient to help us begin well is establishing a strong and growing relationship
with the body of Christ. Not only should there be a healthy and growing relationship with the LORD, but the
follower of the Lord must cultivate relationships with one another. This cultivation helps strengthen us, helps
us endure, and holds together the body of Christ. In addition, the body of
Christ will shine forth the grace, love, and power of the LORD to the
entire world. The follower of Christ who commits to these ingredients at
the beginning of ministry will fnish well!
Class of 2014, my wife and I are confdent of the power of the Holy
Spirit that resides in your lives; and you will make a difference in this
world flled with sin, strife, and sickness!
Committed to His Mission,
Dr. A. Kay Fountain
Academic Dean
Dr. Weldyn Houger
Dean of Students
Begin Well to Finish Well Jubilee Year... and Beyond
Board of Directors 2014
Dr. John F. Carter, Chairman
Assemblies of God, USA
Rev. Tamotsu Uchimuru, Vice Chairman
Assemblies of God, Japan
Rev. Steven Lilly, Secretary
Northern Asia Representative
Rev. Lim Yeu Chuen, Treasurer
Assemblies of God, Malaysia
Dr. Anthony Phua
Assemblies of God, Singapore
Dr. Ron Maddux
Regional Director, Northern Asia
Rev. Mark Durene
Area Director, Peninsular Asia
Dr. Russ Turney
Regional Director, Asia Pacific
Rev. Bill Snider
Area Director, Central South East Asia
Rev. Ken Benintendi
Area Director, Northern Pacific Rim
Rev. Jerry Jacob
Area Director, Pacific-Oceania
Rev. Yawhan
General Superintendent, Myanmar
Rev. Leo Heve
General Superintendent, Papua New Guinea
Dr. Stephen Fogarty
Assemblies of God, Australia
Rev. Moses Cakau
Assemblies of God, Fiji
Dr. Benjamin Sun
General Superintendent, Hong Kong
Dr. Bae Jin Gi
General Superintendent, South Korea
Rev. Iliafi Esera
General Superintendent, New Zealand
Rev. Rey Calusay
General Superintendent, Philippines
Rev. Joe Amosa
General Superintendent, Samoa

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Administration
Rev. Yee Tham Wan
President
Dr. A. Kay Fountain
Academic Dean
Dr. Weldyn Houger
Dean of Students
Ms. Heather Jacob
Business Administrator
Dr. Joel Tejedo
Faculty Representative
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Resident Faculty
Non-Resident
Faculty
Teresa Chai, Ph.D.
John Bueno Chair of Intercultural
Studies
Carsten John Aust, Th.M.
Herman Dionson, M.Div.
Assistant Dean of Students
Faculty Development
Kay Fountain, Ph.D.
Academic Dean
Thomas Bohnert, D.Min.
Director for Distance Learning
Galen Hertweck, D.Min.
Field Education Coordinator
John Carter, Ph.D.
Marlene Yap, M.Div.
Faculty Development
Weldyn Houger, D.Miss.
Dean of Students & Post-Graduate
Coordinator
Rosanny Engcoy, Ph.D. Jun Kim, M.Div.
Faculty Development
Im-seok Kang, M.Div.
(David) Faculty Development
Tham Wan Yee, M.Th.
President
Hirokatsu Yoshihara, M.Div.
Faculty Development
Joel Tejedo, D.Min.
Impact Ministries Coordinator
Dave Johnson, D.Miss.
M.Th. Coordinator & AJPS Editor
APTS Press
Barbara Houger, Ph.D.
D.Min. Coordinator
Tom Dooley, Ph.D.
Debbie Johnson, M.A.
ELP Coordinator
Lindsay Crabtree
Faculty Development
Kent Parrish M.Div.
Registrar
Joe Liu
Faculty Development
Heather Jacob, B.B.A.
Business Administrator
Melvin Johnson, M.A. Rick Howard
Ph.D. Studies
June LeBret, M.A.
Everett McKinney, M.Div Eq. Anthony Phua, D.Min. Ruth Phua, M.Th. Evelyn McKinney, M.Div Eq.
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Non-Resident Faculty
Adjunct Faculty
Missionaries
Joy Varnell, Ed.D. Jong-gum Ham
Lana Liu
Paige Parrish
Alice Hung
Dianna Clements Jae-youn Chun (Jane)
Sun-il Kwoun
Moon Tee Ngoh
Richard Varnell, D.Min.
Director of Advancement
Kim Snider, Ph.D. Dickie Hertweck
Andrew Mo
Carol Tejedo
Nick Wilson, M.S.
Librarian
Jin-young Nho
Miyuki Yoshihara
Fel Bagunu, D.Min. Michael Dalseno, Ed.D.
D.Min.
Kay Gross, D.Min. Eun-chul Kim, Ph.D.
(Joseph)
Don Ramanayake, D.Min. Ruth Peever, Ph.D. Peter Sutcliffe, Ph.D. Robert Menzies, Ph.D.
“I have learned a lot from
the faculty. They are the
models for my life.”
- Elma, China
Staff
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Standing:
Joey Francisco,
Danny Hill,
Jonjie Pili,
Wenton Dolo,
Joseph Caluza,
Jessie Dianson,
Christopher
Dado,
Romeo Baltazar,
Luis Cayabas,
Marcelo de la
Pena,
Carloy Binay-an
Sitting:
Frank Kalaw,
Ago Bumanghat,
Albert Miranda,
Jefferson Jimenez
Not pictured:
Philip Aquino
Standing:
Rodelo Corpuz,
Albert Ababulon,
Jerson Aglasi,
Vincent Ugay,
Roli Dumansi
Sitting:
Mely de la Pena,
Patricia Escuadra,
Linda Dado,
Cecilia Padilla,
Merlyn Ramos,
Jennie Baldin,
Eleanor Dado
It is the faithful service of these men and women that make APTS the beautiful, hospitable, and
functional place that it is. Many of them have dedicated decades of their life to serving APTS and
their commitment has been vital to the success of the school.
10+ Years
Romeo Masigman Baltazar
Ma. Mercedes Rapanut Panelo
Barbara Laayon dela Cruz
Moreno Omaging Milo
Jolina Maidap Pascual
Linda Juan Dado
Grace Corpuz Gapuz
20+ years
Merlyn Alvior Ramos
Patricia Banatao Escuadra
Marcelo Almeron Dela Pena
Philip Michael Soriano Aquino
Cheryl Joy Dirige Aquino
25+ years
Ricky Bolaket Caput
Jessie Cacao Dianson
Danny Solomon Hill
Cecilia Omar Padilla
Eleanor Gaspi Sebiano
Joseph Feliciano Caluza
Gloria Bueno Royeca
Fredy Bangayan, Teddy Ternura III, James Ollatew, Erlindo Bayon Jr., Randy Lorenzo, Cristobal Garcia, Alvin
Utrera, Elizalde Ocnang, Jeffrey Doria, Not pictured: Windel Masacal, Dennis Antonio
From Left to Right: Chouri Tavara, Ricky Caput, William Alcabedos, Jolina Pascual, Barbara de la Cruz, Maria Mercedes Panelo, Cheryl Joy Aquino, Sol Sacbat, Kristine Leah
Jimenez, Beverly Cawaling, Gloria Royeca, Anne Cachero, Ruvilyn Rimando, Chimine Atuban, Eleanor Sebiano, Moreno Milo, Darwin Barawid, Not Pictured: Grace Cheryl
Gapuz, Joseph Benigno
Honoring Faithful Service
Housing & APTS Services
Administrative Staf Security
Grounds & Maintenance
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Graduates
Analyn Conserman
D.Min.
Kevin Tucker
M.Div.
Darin Clements
M.Div.
Joshua Balite
M.A. in Intercultural Studies
Amanda
M.Div.
Elizabeth Ashley Pell
M.A. in Intercultural Studies
Yeu-chuen Lim
D.Min
Yao Jiugang (Stephen)
M.Div.
Phil-joo Jung (Jesse)
M.Div.
Solimar Conceja
M.A. in Theology
Taeleipu Moananu
M.Div.
Ann Mitchelle Rajapakse
M.A. in Ministry
Min-hwan Cho (Isaac)
M.Div.
Marcelina Annoque
M.A. in Ministry
Robert Lalrongheta
M.Div.
Young-sam Kang (Jeremy)
M.A. in Ministry
Young-Jung Park (Cara)
M.Div.
Kham Sian Khai
Graduate Certificate
APTS Extension Graduates
No Picture Available:
Moon-hyun Choi
M.Div.
Alapati Avealalo
M.A. in Ministry
Sui Khaw Len
M.Div.
Sherry
M.A. in Intercultural Studies
Stephen Sein Shwe
M.Div.
Li
Graduate Certificate
Taniela Seniloli
M.A. in Ministry
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Student Body
Donna Arukua Kelly
Lucena Callena Jung-gil Kim
Annabelle de Borja

Trevor Kopana
Billy Gabuay Ralf Goni Angelita Mangosan
Phi Aung (Shepherd) Hyun-gyun Jung
(Steven)
Hkinsar Chin Lai
(Davidson)
Mi-seong Kim (Mashiah)
Dedani Echasa Francis Kumi
David Ray Mayyam
Chona Grace Baniwas Sung-woo Kam (Yohan)
Mi-sun Cho (Sharon) Sung-sik Kim
Makisua Fatialofa Daniel
Yeremia Gurning (John) Eriya Mikami (Elijah)
Nissi Thang Khan Khai
Gil-seung Choi (Bob) Min-kwan Ko (Elisha)
Martha Fatialofa Jeremiah James Lopez
Stephan Hoertig Jaylord Millares
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Student Body
Raymond Miller Doutua Watchman
Young-soo Park
(Jerome)
Kyi Kyi Zin (Zin Zin)
Deanna Richardson

Mi-ra Im (Keren)
ELP
Baltazar Tictica Soo-hyung Kim (Sophia)
ELP
Lanilane Ocbina Moses
Jeffrey Kent Puckett Yun-hee Cha (Ruth)
ELP
Francisca Rimando Eun-jung Ki (Grace)
ELP
Seiuli Tinou Bill Toilolo Min Naing Kyaw (Joseph)
ELP
Gilmore Otculan Pau Suan Zam
Saraswati Pulami (Saru)

Delgersaikhan
Dagdansengee ELP
Jherssey Belle Sicam Hee-jun Kim (Hadassa)
ELP
Carlo Victa Sang-yeon Lee (Gloria)
ELP
Juanita Pacis Elma
Mrinal Ratna (Mark) Chan Chetana Hong
(John) ELP
Sunil Singh Jeong-sik Kim (Joshua)
ELP
Bettina Ye Li Li (Lili)
ELP
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Student Body PostGraduate Students
Deborah
ELP
Sung-gook Park (Philip)
D.Min.
Adlina Ratna
ELP
Daniel
M.Th.
Sitivine Aipolo (Steve)
D.Min.
Gee-woon Kim (Barnabas)
D.Min
Solomon
ELP
Samuel Pinzon
D.Min.
Anna
ELP
Yuri Nakagawa
M.Th.
Prudencio Coz
D.Min.
Eun-mi Oh (Sarah)
ELP
Seru Rokosawa
D.Min.
Sun-young Seo (Esther)
ELP
Anattiphong Phanon (K)
M.Th.
Zoo Yee Liew (Henry)
D.Min.
Zuchoberu Christina Ezung
D.Min.
Suan Poh Kong (Melissa)
D.Min.
Eun-ju Park (Esther)
ELP
Mesake Sivoinavatu
D. Min.
An-cheol Song
ELP
Mi-seun Yoo (Sarah)
ELP
Dhan Prakash
M.Th.
Chalearm Gergaew
D.Min.
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A look through Time
1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010
1964
FEAST was birthed within the Bethel Bible
Institute premises in Metro Manila, with six
Filipino students.
1966
Student Body of FEAST
1964
Rev. Harold Kohl
answered God’s
call to become the
first president of
the school.
1974
FEAST Graduating Class
1966
The first graduating class was made up of two
students who graduated on the 22nd of April,
1966.
1964
Groundbreaking for the first FEAST facility.
1973
Rev. James Long succeeded Rev. Kohl to be
the second president of FEAST.
FEAST launched extension
campuses in Kuala Lumpur,
Cebu, & Korea.
1985
Dr. Klaude Kendrick became the fourth
president of FEAST.
1986
Dr. David Lim became
the president.
1989
Dr. William Menzies
became president of
APTS.
1982 Class with Dr. Gordon Fee
1986
FEAST moved to Baguio City.
1987
The new facility, complete with
an administrative building, library,
classrooms, chapel and student
accommodation was dedicated for the
glory of God.
1989
FEAST officially
changed its name
to Asia Pacific
Theological
Seminary.
1993
The annual Lectureship was first introduced
to promote Pentecostal theology. Dr. Roger
Stronstad initiated the series.
1995
Fulfilling the need of providing Pentecostal
literature, APTS Press was created in 1995.
1995
Dr. John Carter
became the seventh
president of APTS.
One of the significant developments during
the 90’s was the introduction of the faculty
development program with the intention of
raising up qualified Asian faculty. By the end of
the 1990’s three of the five APTS administrators
were Asian.
2000
APTS launched a Th.M. degree in Pentecostal/
Charismatic studies. The same year, an
agreement for a ‘split’ Ph.D. program was signed
between APTS and the University of Wales, UK.
2010
President Tham Wan
launched the Jubilee Vision
for APTS to have 200
students, 14 qualified faculty,
a completed prayer mountain
and to be debt free!
2013
Institute of Church Action
on Poverty Studies was
launched by Dr. Joel
Tejedo, in order to equip
the church to handle
the issues that surround
them.
2010
The Chinese Leaders
Program was also started in
2010, which was founded to
equip the Chinese Christians
to effectively reach their own
countrymen.
By 2000 APTS achieved the distinction of being
the only seminary to be accredited by all three
(ATA, APTA, ATESEA) accreditation associations
of the Asia Pacific region.
2002
A D.Min. program was added, continuing the
emphasis of the school on advanced education
and development of Asian Pentecostalism.
2003
Asia Pacific Center for the Advancement of
Leadership and Missions (APCALM), now
known as the GMC building, was completed as
one of the largest facilities of the seminary.
2004
Dr. Wayne Cagel became the eigth president of
APTS.
2009
The current president, Rev.
Tham Wan Yee, a missionary
from Malaysia of Chinese
origin, became the first Asian
president not appointed by the
AGWM.
1974
The Fiji extension campus was established.
1976
Rev. Everett McKinney assumed
leadership of the school.
1978
Moving towards providing advanced education,
the first masters level programs were
introduced in 1978; Master of Arts in Theology
and Master of Arts in Religious Education.
INSTITUTE FOR CHURCH
ACTION ON
POVERTY STUDIES (ICAPS)
Description of the Program

The Institute for Church Action on Poverty Studies
is a two-week intensive training that provides
biblical foundations, contextual models, and
innovative approaches on how to address the multi
images of poverty in the global context. ICAPS is a
training program that empowers community
development workers, NGOs, and church planters
toward the creation of just and caring community
and the transformation of individual and communi-
ties.
VISION STATEMENT
To train Spirit-filled
workers become agent of
social change by championing
the rights of the poor.
For more information, please contact
Dr. Joel A. Tejedo
Asia Pacific Theological Seminary
444 Ambuklao Road, Baguio City, 2600
Philippines
Email: [email protected]
Mobile #: 09187334955
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
• Fill up the application form with 2x2 photos
• Submit two character references from
your local pastor and church leader
• He/She must have a strong personal
relationship with Jesus.
• Has a vision and burden to the most
vulnerable people in the community.
• He/she must be college level or
college graduate
• He/she must presently involve
in a community work
• Ministerial essay on how this training
can contribute your ministry
[email protected]
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Update from the field
Highlighting the current ministries of four APTS Graduates
“I am currently teaching in the capital city of Nepal at Nepal
Theological College, one of the very few colleges with accredited
programs in the country. We offer a Diploma of Theology program
in Nepali and a Bachelor of Theology program in English. I teach
courses for both programs. I am also a regular speaker at differ-
ent churches. APTS’s training is the only biblical academic train-
ing I have received thus far; and although I do strongly feel the
need for further education, the training at APTS has enabled me
to be in this teaching ministry at present
that I believe God has called me to.”
Amar Pandey, 2008
“At APTS I learned many things about management,
discipline, integrity, administration and leadership
through the professors by having good relationships
with them. Since I graduated, I have established an
Assemblies of God Bible school in Quetta by the grace
of God. Secondly, I have established a secular mission
secondary school for under-privileged people of our
church and community. In addition, Assemblies of God
Church Drigh Road, which I have pastored for over
thirty years, is planning to open a retirement home and
orphanage in our locality. I be-
lieve APTS played a great role
in my character building and
academic pursuit. Now, I am
55 years old and am serving
my country as a pastor, Bible
teacher, theologically-equipped
leader, counselor, and princi-
pal. God has richly blessed me
with APTS friends and profes-
sors who support me with their
prayers and genuine concern.”
Pastor Zia Paul, 2001
“While our primary job here in Mongolia is
teaching children in a secular school, God
continuously provides opportunities for us
to share his love and his message with the
future leaders of Mongolia. I am also able to
apply my studies more directly as I minister
at the Mongolia Assemblies of God Bible
Training Center, teaching the future spiritual
leaders of the country. We are able to be part
of the growing Christian church here, and
everything we learned at APTS about mis-
sions, ministry, history, theology, education
and more has created a solid foundation for
our continued work in the region.”
Roger and Glenda Dutcher, 2010
“Presently, I serve in Bible school
ministry with my father where I am
involved in administration, student
counseling and teaching. APTS
has greatly impacted my life. It
gave me a special love for people
which enabled me to love the Paki-
stani people. I learned through the
lives of the professors and fellow
students to depend totally on God.
That’s why today I am serving God
in a very difficult area of our coun-
try named Quetta.”
Rebecca Paul, 2012
APTS Graduates, 1964-2014
Total Graduates: 1,166 from
44 different countries
We have had students from all over Asia, the
Pacific Islands, Australia, New Zealand, Europe,
Africa, and North America. For the past 50 years
APTS graduates have been sharing the love of
Christ and building the Kingdom of God virtually
all over the world.
Pastor Zia and Rebecca Paul are a father-
daughter team operating a Bible school, or-
phanage and church.
Roger and Glenda are teaching in a secular school
as well as equipping future leaders at Mongolia AG
Bible Training Center.
Amar is serving as a Bible school teacher and traveling
minister.
Melody and Chester are operating Faith Mission Center
and working alongside the local church.
“My husband, parents and I started International Faith Missions
Center in Davao, where we accommodate missionaries and pas-
tors and organize missions teams from Taiwan and Korea. We
also have a preaching ministry and conduct seminars in churches,
and recently we started working with a pioneering A/G church.
Lastly, our team is starting a self-sufficient farm to support our
ministries.
“Because of the intercultural environment at APTS, it is easier for
me to adapt to Mindanao culture. I am able to use the methods
that I learned at APTS, to organize missions teams, prepare ser-
mons and seminars, and to have effective time management.”
Melody (Hung) Tesoro, 2013 and Chester Tesoro, 2012
Zia and Rebecca Paul
Serving in Pakistan
Roger and Glenda Dutcher
Serving in Mongolia
Amar Pandey
Serving in Nepal
Melody and Chester Tesoro
Serving in the Philippines
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Mitchelle has a burden for the young men and women of Sri Lanka who
have a call to serve in rural areas. Many of these areas are hostile to
openly Christian ministries. Mitchelle plans to return home after graduation
to serve in a training program which provides basic biblical knowledge and
life skills training (pre-school teaching, sewing, baking, English, computer
literacy), so that young church planters will be valuable assets to their
communities as they follow God’s call to plant churches.
“I learned a lot both
in and outside the
classroom, academically
and practically. APTS
has made me confident
to attempt greater things
for God in my nation!”
Isaac has a burden for the integration of churches and
primary/secondary education in Asian countries. He has
a desire to see churches and schools raised up that will
train authentic disciples of Jesus who are unstoppable
witnesses empowered by the Holy Spirit. If God permits
and provides, Isaac would like to study education at a
doctoral level in the future.
APTS has been a place of great growth for Isaac.
“Most of all, I learned the importance of the
Word of God and prayer to transform my
spirit, soul, heart, mind and will. Without this,
I realize that I cannot live a holy life for God’s
glory or preach the Word of God in a way that
will touch spirits and transform lives.”
Pastor Analyn currently serves as a church
planter and pastor of Jesus Harvest Assembly
in Manaoag, Pangasinan, Philippines. She
also serves as registrar and faculty at Harvest
of Jubilee Bible College in Northern Luzon,
Philippines. Her future plans for ministry are focused
on planting churches and training/mentoring leaders who
will impact their own societies and generations.
“APTS shaped my life and impacted my
ministry tremendously, such as providing
sound Pentecostal foundations, dynamic
spiritual formation, and relevant and strategic
approaches in ministry.”
The Pentecostal movement is growing powerfully in Stephen’s country,
but a ministry of teaching that is Bible-based and Christ-centered has
not been growing at the same rate. Stephen feels a great burden to
return to his home city after graduation and engage in a ministry of
teaching, both in his home church and in a Bible school setting.
“I have been educated
by the lectureships,
I have been enriched
and nurtured by
beloved professors,
and I have been
empowered by chapel
and other worship
services. Now I am ready
to reenter my practical
mission field with a clear
understanding of zeal with
knowledge.”
Mitchelle Rajapakse
Sri Lanka
M.A. in Ministry
Stephen Shwe
Myanmar
M.Div.
Analyn Lapides
Conserman
Philippines, D.Min.
Cho, Min Hwan
(Isaac)
South Korea, M.Div.
Into All The World...
Highlighting the future ministries of four Jubilee Graduates
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Classroom Library
Nothing exemplifes the International,
Pentecostal, and Missional aspects of APTS like
the classroom experience.
INTERNATIONAL: With students from about
20 countries and faculty from more than 12
countries, APTS students gain an international
perspective on ministry and build lifelong
relationships that span the globe.
PENTECOSTAL: The professors are
academically qualifed men and women who
are flled with the Holy Spirit and sensitive to
His leading in their ministry of teaching. Quite
literally, the classroom is the classroom of the
Holy Spirit.
MISSIONAL: With faculty who have years of
on-the-ground ministry experience and a student
body coming directly from local church ministries
and positions of leadership, the command to
make disciples of all nations drives the learning
environment of APTS.
The APTS library is one of the largest theological collections
in the Philippines. Our library staff are knowledgeable and
helpful. Apart from the huge book collection (over 50,000
volumes), online access to journals, and other electronic data
makes the library an ideal place from which to do research in
theology, biblical studies, ministry or missions.
“The library is
indispensable
in my studies
and it is truly
God’s abundant
blessing.”
- Daniel, Northern Asia
“The library has never let me down. I always fnd more than I need for my research and the most important authors are
always included.” —Darin Clements, USA/Cambodia
“I love the APTS library! There
are tons of books—always more
than enough for me to write my
papers with! I also appreciate
the atmosphere, which
encourages concentration and
seriousness to studies. And the
staff are wonderful—friendly
and always willing to help!”
- Deanna Richardson, USA/
Thailand
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“Classroomdiscussions with
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backgrounds are an amazing
experience for me.”
— Solimar Conceja, Philippines
“Hearing about Pentecostal
expressions in many different
nations is very exciting to me. It is
a unique experience I can get only
at APTS.”
—KhamSian Khai, Myanmar
“What is next for Pentecostals?
It is all about education.”
—Dr. KimEun Chul, South Korea
“It is very precious to me to have the chance to develop inter-cultural relation-
ships and to learn different cultures. I learn a lot from my classmates’ lives.”
- Kelly, Northern Asia
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The goal of the APTS Press and the Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies is to
provide a place for academic, theological, missiological and pastoral reflection by
Asians and others working in Asia on the issues impacting the Church in the Asia
Pacific and Pacific Oceana regions of the world. In 2013, the Journal published
two editions that dealt with a biblical response to social concerns. In 2014,
we are publishing an edition dedicated to the Jubilee theme in celebrating
APTS’ 50th anniversary. In 2013, APTS Press published the disserta-
tions of Dr. Dave Johnson and Dr. Russ Turney, the regional director
for the Assemblies of God World Missions USA. In 2014, the Press
may publish as many as four books, including one that explores
a new approach to reaching the members of the Philippine
cult, the Igesia ni Cristo, for the real and living Christ.
APTS PRESS
The Extension Program of APTS offers world-
class ministerial and theological graduate
education to students all over the region. The
faculty is made up of an outstanding group of
educators from both the APTS faculty and visiting
professors from Asia and the United States.
APTS currently has extension sites in Fiji, Samoa, Bangkok,
Taiwan and Myanmar with the potential for more sites opening up
in 2014. Online courses will also be available in June 2014.
“I am a frm believer in
the extension program
of APTS. I have been
privileged to be a part
of this program for 37
years. It is so rewarding
to see the development
of this ministry,
which now makes it
possible for leaders to
complete much of their
graduate level work by
extension.”
—Everett L. McKinney,
Former President and
Extension Coordinator
“I completed my
M.A. through the
extension site in
Bangkok and now
I am finishing my
M.Div. on campus.
The professors
that came to teach
were excellent. The
extension program
gave me the chance
to start on my
advanced studies
without leaving my
place of ministry.”
— Darin Clements,
USA/Cambodia
“In 13 years I have taught 12 courses at
seven sites in six countries in the program.
I am impressed with the great service that
the Extension Program of APTS offers
throughout the Asia Pacific Region. It is
a great outreach which allows students to
get their M.A. degrees without ever leaving
their home country. I, as a professor, along
with the many students who have received
their theological education by extension,
say “Thank you” to APTS for offering such
an effective educational program!”
— Dr. Galen Hertweck, Extension Coordinator
APTS Extensions
Annual Lectureship
Dr. Tim Bulkeley sought to enrich our “picture
language” of God with a close look at the motherly
language found in Scripture and how the church has
used it throughout history. “Picture language is always
dangerous,” he says, because no human language is
adequate to speak of God, who is sui generis (unique,
of its own sort). The motherly language about God in
Scripture tells us not to limit our understanding of God
to a certain group of people (male or female, Western
or Asian). To view God as anything other than “God
alone” (Dt. 6:4) is to make God “a god,” one who is
inadequate to meet all our needs, including those
which are not covered by the picture of God as “father.”
“The lectureship was challenging
and thought-provoking.”
–Angelita Mangosan, Philippines
“Dr. Bulkeley brought back to
memory that God is much more
than a father and shows himself
to us as mother and redeemer
throughout the Bible.”
–Kevin Tucker, USA
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Chinese Leaders
Training
Program
The Chinese Leaders Training
Program was started in 2010 by
President Yee Tham Wan and
Ngoh Moon Tee. Joe and Lana
Liu now lead the program which
sees 20-30 students coming to
the campus in July and August for
seven weeks of encouragement
and training. Their passion for
their nation made a great
impression on everyone this year
as they sang and shared their
testimonies in chapel services.
Institute of Islamic
Studies
Rev. Michael Langford, director
for more than a decade of the six-
week Institute of Islamic
Studies, has helped equip over
400 workers from 40 nations
representing over 20 mission
agencies. Instructors are
outstanding scholars in the
Islamic faith, and missionaries
from around the world. This year
IIS will be held in conjunction with
MTI.
Asian Institute of Youth
Studies
The Asian Institute of Youth
Studies is a 10 day joint program
of Asia Pacific Campus Challenge
and APTS designed to raise up
Pentecostal youth workers to
reach the over 300 million high
school and college aged youth
in the region. The 2012 program
featured both Campus and Youth
Ministry tracks and featured the
greatest number of participants
yet – over 100 attendees repre-
senting about 20 nations. The
next AIYS is scheduled for May
2015.
Missionary Training
Institute
Missionary Training Institute (MTI)
is a six-week program coordinated
by Dr. Sam Bowdoin to
accelerate the cross-cultural
learning process. Participants
acquire the skills necessary
to develop new, creative, and
contextualized ministries in an
ever-changing global
environment. The MTI in April-May
2014 will include sessions with Dr.
Sam Bowdoin, Dr. Kevin Hovey,
Drs. Weldyn and Barbara Houger,
Rev. Hiro Yoshihara, and Rev.
Shellie Bowdoin.
Institute of Church
Action on Poverty
Studies
The Institute of Church Action on
Poverty Studies (ICAPS) was
started in 2013 by Dr. Joel Tejedo
to provide biblical foundations,
contextual models, and
innovative approaches that
address the many images of
poverty in the global context.
This intensive training program
empowers community
development workers, NGO’s, and
church planters to bring just and
caring transformation to
individuals and communities.
Christian Counseling
Program
The Christian Counseling
Program, led by Dr. Evelyn Biles,
is offered annually in partnership
with Trevecca Nazarene Universi-
ty in Nashville, TN, USA. Dr. Peter
Wilson and Dr. Susan Lahey
together with their Ph.D. in
Counseling students were on
campus in October 2013 to teach
the course “Crisis Counseling
and Counseling with Families and
Teens/Children.” Students also
had the opportunity to receive
counseling services from the
Trevecca team.
English Language Program
The English Language Program is the
gateway to APTS for many students. We
had 25-30 students in the ELP each term
this year, including students from Korea,
Mongolia, Bangladesh, China, Taiwan,
Myanmar, Japan, and Cambodia. Earning
an advanced degree in one’s second (or
third) language is not easy, but the access
to the vast amount of English language
scholarship is well worth the effort. We
have the greatest respect for those who
have overcome the English language
barrier in obedience to God’s direction for
them to come to APTS.
“I really enjoy studying with American teachers.
They are very encouraging and make learning
grammar interesting.”
- Ruth Yun Hee Cha, Korea
“I only had basic
English when I came
to APTS. The ELP
helped me to develop
my reading and
communication skills
so that I could start
my M.Div. with
confidence.”
—Kham Sian Khai, Myanmar
ELP Teachers and Assistants:
Stephen, Donna Arukua, Yuri Nakagawa, Dianna Clements, Jeffrey Puckett,
Debbie Johnson, Lindsay Crabtree, Dickie Hertweck
“Our goal is to bring the loving commitment and ministry of
Christ into the English language classroomin order to give the
students the courage and ability to study regular APTS courses
in English as quickly as possible.”
- Rev. Debbie Johnson, Program Director, USA
“I love having the opportunity to teach English and equip future leaders,
pastors, and missionaries with the very fundamental skills and tools they
need to succeed at APTS.”
—Lindsay Crabtree, ELP Teacher, USA
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Nothing exemplifies the missional focus of APTS like Field Education. All M.Div. students are required
to complete a ten to twelve week field-based internship. This year APTS students served in the Czech
Republic, the Philippines, Samoa, Singapore, Switzerland, and the United States. Areas of ministry
included pastoral ministries, teaching in Bible schools, business as mission, and community development.
Field Education Impact Teams
Pastor Alapati Avealalo (Samoa,
M.Div.) conducted his field education
in business as mission. His sewing
and fashion shop is already
supporting him to teach at the Bible
school. He has a vision to see it
grow and impact his community
by cultivating a strong Christian
atmosphere in the workplace and by
employing people so that they can
support themselves and tithe to their
churches.
Sunil Singh (Nepal, M.Div.) and his wife Saru
spent eight weeks at Trinity Christian Center in
Singapore where they were exposed to almost
every area of church ministry and had the
opportunity to learn how a cell-based church
functions.
Pastor
Alapati’s
son
wearing a
shirt from
the
missions’
shop
Pastor Lucy Callena (Philippines, M.Div.) conducted
her field education with the Foursquare Gospel
Church in several different locations on Luzon Island,
Philippines. She was the principal of a Vacation Bible
School program, helped to administer a youth camp,
taught at two Bible school extensions, and served
as an interim pastor in Baguio City for four months.
The highlight of Pastor Lucy’s field education was
seeing many parents of the children in the VBS
program give their hearts to Christ on graduation
day.
Sunil and Saru Singh
Singapore
Lucy Callena
Philippines
Alapati Avealalo
Samoa
Following the missional focus of APTS,
teams of students, coordinated by Dr. Joel
and Carol Tejedo, reach out to those in
need in the community as well as in the
nation.
Barbara de la Cruz leads a team of 10
APTS students to teach values education
and share the love of Jesus every Monday
to all seven grades at Lamut Elementary
School, a public school near the APTS
campus.
APTS students are involved with a weekly
feeding program and Bible study with
the children in Lower Rock Quarry, a
neighborhood in Baguio City.
Students also minister in chapel services
twice a month at the Baguio city jail and at
the Benguet provincial jail in partnership
with International Praise Center.
Typhoon Yolanda
The Philippines was devastated by the largest
typhoon in recorded history on November 8, 2013.
APTS students and faculty fasted and prayed
for the victims and sent offerings to help with the
overwhelming relief effort. Dr. Joel Tejedo and his
wife Carol organized a team of students who went
to Telegrafo, Tacloban City, Leyte from December
12- 17 to reach out to those in need. They distributed
food and relief goods as well as brought the hope and
encouragement that only comes from Jesus Christ.
“Our teamfinished
our mission with
a great sense of
fulfillment as we
sawsmiles on the
faces of the people
who had lost so
much. I don’t know
when I will be given
another opportunity
to go back there,
but I believe that
Tacloban City will
someday be restored
because of the
great revival that is
happening nowin
that place.”

-Chona Baniwas,
Philippines
“Ministry at Lamut Elementary School has been one of my highlights while
here at APTS! We pray that the lessons about God, His Word, and His
love, will work their way deep into their hearts, and that the children will
remember themas they grow, committing their lives to Christ!”
- Deanna Richardson, USA/Thailand
“Chapel services
are one of my
favorite aspects
of the APTS
campus mainly
because of the felt
presence of the
Lord Jesus Christ
as we corporately
worship Him.”
– Sherry
APTS Chapel is an integral
part of community life and
probably the most effective
barometer of one’s spiritual
life on campus. It provides
a balance between the
Pentecostal identity against
the academic and
scholarly identity of the
campus life. It continually
connects students back to
the place where they heard
the call of God for a life of
ministry and the reason for
the current season in their
lives. The Hurst Chapel is a
witness to the many
commitments that are
birthed in people’s lives as
God meets them during
chapel time.
Scheduled during the first
trimester, the Spiritual
Emphasis week jumpstarts
another season on the
campus. The excitement
that comes with the new
school year is given
direction as both students
and teachers alike set
apart time for reflection
and dedication to the call
of God. During this week,
“God reminded
me that I am
called to serve a
God with limitless
possibilities. The
cross before me,
the world and the
past behind; no
looking back, and
no turning back.”
- Jeffrey Puckett,
USA
the Lord moved in our
midst in a powerful way
and we were met with His
presence.
Rev. Paul Wolfenden, a
senior minister from
Australia, was invited to
minister the word of God
during this special time.
He shared with simplicity
and humility and the Lord
moved through him with
profound authority.
Rev. Paul Wolfenden
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All the nations You have
made will come and worship before You, O Lord;
they will bring glory to Your name. Psalm 86:9
Missions Conference
is one of the highlights of the school year as it culminates with
International Night. Special speakers are invited to provide
a current perspective on missions to serve as a reminder of
the pressing urgency of living out the Great Commission. This
event is enriched with the countless dedication of students
committing to a life in the mission field.
Centered around an opportune theme “A Time for Harvest”
Rev. Simon Longden from Pioneers Australia challenged the
students to reconsider their priority, purpose, people, posture
and perseverance in the harvest.
International Night
displays the multicultural identity of APTS as it portrays the
many tribes and nations represented within the community on
campus. It is not just an opportunity to see and feel, but also
to experience the taste of various cultural cuisines prepared
by this international community. It is a glimpse of the beauty
and rich culture of varied peoples and nations, reminding the
students of the responsibility they carry to see the gospel
preached and lived out among the nations.
“In my 10 years of involvement with my APTS family, it is one
night in the calendar not to be missed. There is a sense that
night whereby people are confident and comfortable under
their own skin, colour and frame and show off God’s creation.”
- Makisua Fatialofa, New Zealand
A TIme For Harvest International Night
Missions Conference
“A missionary is like a seed buried in the soil to die so that it may grow and produce
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Selah Worship
Prayer Mountain
Set on the high side of a mountain overlooking the
beautiful skyline of the Cordilleras, the prayer mountain
provides a place of serenity and solace to encounter God.
It is a place where faculty and students alike, disappear
to be alone with God amidst the demanding activities all
around. For many it is a battleground where concerns about
the present and the future are settled before the Lord and
a place where needs are met in His presence. Surrounded
by the sheer magnificence of His creation, it is a place that
sticks close to the heart of everyone who visits it.
A time of rest in a place of surrender. Selah is a one-
night event every trimester where students, faculty and
missionaries come together for a glorious time of worship
and encouragement. Songs, poems, short messages and
testimonies are shared in an open-mic atmosphere to
encourage one another and to allow God to remind each
person of the very basic reasons why we are all here on
the campus.
“Selah Worship is not
only a time of powerful
worship but a time God
speaks to many through
words of prophecy for
our encouragement.”
- Sunil Singh, Nepal
“The prayer
mountain
is the place
where I come
near to God,
lay down
my burdens
before Him
and leave
refreshed
in His love
every day.”
-Kelly, Northern Asia
“I have found the prayer mountain to be a place where
I can talk to God. It is a good place if you just want to
be alone with the Lord. It is a highlight of my time at
APTS.”
– Mercy Annoque, Philippines
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Did you say Hundred Islands with Dr.Kay,
or Friday food parties with Pres. Tham
Wan? Small groups are great for
establishing warm fellowship between
faculty and staff in the community. These
groups eat together, play games together,
go on outings together, pray together, and
most importantly get to know each other
better as they meet together every Friday.
“In small
groups we
have food
and
fellowship,
and a sweet
prayer time
together.”
–Saru Pulami,
Nepal
“The APTS family is a family of love, compassion, encouragement,
sympathy and honor for each other.”
- Mark Ratna, Bangladesh
Hundred Islands with Dr. Kay’s Small Group
Final Option Beach Resort with Dr. Tess’ Small Group
“I enjoy my small group as
it serves as a great
opportunity for friendship.”
– Thang Khan Khai, Myanmar
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– Belle de Borja,
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Mission: Fun and Fellowship
Destination: Leisure Coast, Dagupan City, Pangasinan
Invitation: APTS Faculty, Students and Families!
“It was a great time for students to be in a
different setting, away from the school and the
pressure of all the requirements that need to
be completed. It was good to be in the water,
relaxing and swimming with friends. Though
the time was limited, it was a great time for
everyone.”
– Joshua Balite, Philippines
“I really enjoy the soccer games at APTS.
It is refreshing and I appreciate the
friendships built.”
– Moon-hyun Choi, South Korea
“It is refreshing to have a
fresh brewed cup of coffee
and toasted bread while
looking at the beautiful
landscape of mountains
and sunrise in the cafeteria.
I appreciate God’s creation
that makes me comfortable
with the pressure of studies
at APTS.”
- Billy Gabuay, Philippines
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The multi-cultural makeup of APTS makes for an enlight-
ening and rich community experience that is like a family
away from home. It is a cherished place that will be missed
when you leave it because of the warm community connection
you’ve experienced. APTS is indeed a place where you are loved and
have the opportunity to love others as well, as natural friendships flourish in
each corner of the campus. APTS provides just a small foretaste of the com-
munity we will enjoy in heaven where we will spend eternity with those from
every tribe, and nation, and tongue.
APTS 50 Chalice 2014 51
Chalice TEAM
Student council Christmas Candlelight
“Community. We all need it in our lives- especially ministers of God’s
Word. And it is loving, godly community that we have all experienced
while being on the Student Council this year.
“We laughed together, prayed together, and shared pains, struggles, and
joys. Some of our sweetest times have also been spent with other friends
on campus too! Our gratitude rises to God not only for opportunities to
serve him, but also opportunities to experience the joy of relationship
with others.
Our prayer is that wherever you are, wherever you are going, you would
experience deep, godly community & true friendships as well.”
—Carlo Victa, Student Council President 2013-2014
“We pray that you are blessed as you remember…
the memories shared,
the friendships built,
the long classroom sessions
and longer library stays,
the times of worship and of prayer,
but most significantly,
what the LORD has done
in our lives at APTS.”
- Ashley Pell,
Chalice Editor-in-Chief 2013-2014
Ashley Pell
Editor-in-Chief
Layout and Design
Dianna Clements
Editor
Darin Clements
Writer
Jeremiah James Lopez
Photographer
Mitchelle Rajapakse
Writer
Moon Hyun Choi
Photographer
Lanilane Ocbina
Writer
Weldyn Houger
Advisor
The Student Council serves the student body in planning
and executing various extracurricular activities through-
out the year. Working closely with the Dean of Students
office, this team is responsible for organizing some of
the key events of the school calendar such as Inter-
national Night, the annual student outing and monthly
prayer services.
Student
Council 1st
and 2nd
Trimester
Stephen Shwe
(Treasurer),
Carlo Victa
(President),
Sunil Singh
(Vice Presi-
dent),
Kelly Huang
(Secretary)
Student Council 3rd Trimester
Carlo Victa (President),
Deanna Richardson (Treasurer), Kelly (Secretary),
Sunil Singh (Vice President)
Christmas is among the
most-awaited times of the
year in Baguio and, of
course, APTS is no excep-
tion. The decor is appeal-
ing but the sense of com-
munity makes it priceless.
Our Christmas service
is a time when students,
faculty, and staff eat a
special meal together, sing
Christmas carols and join
together for a meaningful
candle-lighting ceremony
to welcome the birth of our
Savior.
Unto us a Child is born...

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