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History of
Manna Bible Institute

Teaching God's Timeless Truth Since 1944

The challenge of biblical education is to communicate the Bible creatively and relevantly in every generation. And for more than seven decades, Manna Bible Institute has accepted that challenge.

It’s an unfinished task, and always one with limitless possibilities ahead. It’s a challenge that takes seriously the tremendous value of God’s Word …

When Vaughn Smith retired in 1964, Rev. William Banks became Manna’s 5th President, serving for two years in that office. After serving for nine years as Dean, Rev. R. Clyde Smith died suddenly in May 1967. Dr. Banks became Dean at that time and served until December 1969 when he left Manna to serve on the faculty of Moody Bible Institute.

In June 1967, Rev. Harvey P. Davis was elected as the 6th President of the school, serving for twelve years in that capacity.

On Dr. Davis’ resignation, Board Chairman, Dr. Leonard A. Mollenkof, was elected as Manna’s 7th President, serving until 1986.

Following his departure, Dr. Raymond Thomas was installed as Manna’s 8th President in 1988, serving in that role until 1991 when he resigned due to his pastoral responsibilities.

Manna moves into the future with the assurance that God's purpose for this school of biblical learning has been a work in progress with demonstrated results for 78 years, but a work that must continue until Jesus returns.

History of Manna Bible Institute

Manna moves into the future with the assurance that God's purpose for this school of biblical learning has been a work in progress with demonstrated results for 78 years, but a work that must continue until Jesus returns.

History of
Manna Bible Institute