Equip Your Leaders With a Proven Portuguese Bible Curriculum

Many pastors step into the pulpit every week with a heavy burden. They carry the weight of a congregation, yet they lack formal biblical preparation.

Pastors carry the weight of ministry without seminary access

Local church leaders love their people deeply. They study the Word with dedication. But they have no access to a seminary or a Bible college. They face complex theological questions every single week. They counsel broken families. They guide congregations through difficult seasons.

The gap between their calling and their preparation is heavy. They need a structured way to study Scripture. They need a solid foundation and practical tools to understand sound doctrine. When leaders lack this foundation, the whole congregation feels the impact.

You see this reality in your own network. You know pastors who are eager to learn but cannot leave their families. They cannot quit their jobs. They cannot relocate to a distant city for an education. They need training that comes directly to them. They need a solution that fits their daily lives. They need a way to study the Bible deeply without leaving their local ministry context.

A translated foundation that equips leaders to multiply

You can bring structured biblical training to your network. Bible Training Centre for Pastors (BTCP) provides a Portuguese Bible curriculum designed for this specific situation. The material is translated into Portuguese. It gives pastors a comprehensive framework for ministry. Graduates are equipped to lead their congregations and train others.

BTCP is a member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability, its curriculum is used in 105 countries, and it has more than 200,000 graduates. Partner reports show more than 18,000 people have taken part in Brazil, Mozambique, Angola, and other countries.

The training happens face to face in the local context. Leaders stay in their communities. They study together. They grow together. This is not just about gaining knowledge. It is about multiplication.

Join our free introductory Zoom meeting to start training

The pastors in your network are ready to learn. They are waiting for someone to provide the structure they need. You have the opportunity to bring them that structure. We want to help you take the next step.

Join our free introductory Zoom meeting. This is your opportunity to see how the material works. We will show you how to implement the Portuguese Bible curriculum in your context. We will discuss how the material serves local leaders. We will answer your questions about starting a training group.

You do not have to figure this out alone. We partner with leaders like you. We provide the framework so you can focus on the people. Register for the free Zoom meeting today and give your pastors the biblical foundation they deserve.

Three tracks that fit every level of church leadership

Every leader can start at the right level.

BTCI (5 courses, 275 hours) equips lay leaders and small group hosts. Graduates can apply for advanced standing at Dallas Theological Seminary.
BTCL (8 courses, 400 hours) trains elders, deacons, and ministry leaders.
BTCP (10 courses, 520 hours) is the full program for pastors at any stage.

See the course lists on our three tiers of training page.

Live classes your own church can host

BTCP classes are live and face-to-face, led by a local instructor from your church or ministry. Instructors have theological training through seminary, Bible college, BTCP programs, or equivalent biblical education. BTCP prepares each instructor in a two-day teacher workshop and provides teaching guides and ongoing support.

Fees that keep training within reach

Fees are per student, per course, and depend on where the class meets: $20 in North America and $11 everywhere else. The five BTCI courses cost $100 in North America and $55 elsewhere. Manuals are included, and there are no franchise or subscription fees. If these fees are not workable in your setting, we accept applications for a reduced rate. Partners order materials through BTCP on our ordering page.

Common questions

Is the curriculum available in this language? Yes. The translation is listed as completed on our translations page. Our team will confirm which materials are available when you meet with us.

How long does it take? Partners set the schedule, as long as each course meets its minimum hours. Many classes meet once a week for a few hours; others hold week-long intensives each quarter. The BTCI track (275 hours) usually takes one and a half to two and a half years, depending on how often and how long classes meet.

Where can classes be held? Almost anywhere: churches, homes, rented spaces, even restaurants and other dining establishments.

How are students evaluated? Instructors look at attendance, participation, and consistent completion of the study-question sections in the manuals.

Can students in different tracks learn together? Yes. Students working toward different tracks can study in the same class for the courses their tracks share.

Can students take the courses online? No. Classes are live and face-to-face, so students and teachers learn together in the same room.