Equip your network with a comprehensive Tamil Bible curriculum

Ministry leaders oversee pastors who step into leadership out of necessity. You need a reliable Tamil Bible curriculum to establish a theological foundation across your network. A complete tool is necessary to train the pastors you oversee.

Pastors can build a strong biblical foundation in their native language

Many pastors serve congregations with no access to a seminary or a Bible college. They step into pulpits without formal theological preparation. Very few institutions offer comprehensive Bible training in Tamil.

These pastors prepare sermons every week, visit the sick, and counsel families in crisis. They answer difficult theological questions from their church members, yet they handle these responsibilities without a systematic theological foundation.

A working pastor carries multiple responsibilities. They cannot leave home to pursue distant education or step away from their ministry role for years of study. The local church needs their constant presence and leadership.

Ministry leaders oversee many of these pastors. You see their dedication to the church, but you also see their need for a structured study plan. They need a clear understanding of the Bible to shepherd their people effectively, and they must study the Word in the language they speak natively.

A proven framework prepares leaders to multiply disciples

The Bible Training Centre for Pastors (BTCP) curriculum is translated into Tamil, providing a structured biblical foundation. It covers essential areas of biblical study and theology so graduates are equipped to lead their congregations and train others in their communities. The material gives ministry leaders a clear path to develop the pastors under their care.

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 6,000 people have taken part, mostly in India.

The translated text allows pastors to study within their local contexts so they do not have to leave their churches. Ministry leaders can use this resource to establish a strong theological foundation across their entire network.

Start equipping your leaders today

You can bring this Tamil Bible curriculum to the pastors in your network, and the first step is to join our free introductory Zoom meeting. We will explain how the material works so you can learn how to implement it within your ministry context.

This is the starting point for developing your local leaders, providing the details you need to begin equipping the pastors you oversee. We will answer your questions about the implementation process and show how this resource fits into your current leadership development strategy.

Your pastors need a reliable way to study the Scriptures through a program they can complete while remaining in their current ministry roles. You have the opportunity to provide that structure. Register for the free introductory Zoom meeting today. Provide your pastors with the biblical foundation they need to lead their congregations.

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.