College of Biblical Studies Imagine Gala

Date and Time

• Thursday, Apr 30, 2026  6:30pm - 9pm

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The College of Biblical Studies (CBS) will host its 2026 Imagine Gala: Celebrating 50 Years at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown on April 30. This milestone event will honor five decades of God’s faithfulness while celebrating leaders who continue to shape churches, communities, and industries across the nation.

The College of Biblical Studies exists to glorify God through the education and equipping of multi-ethnic Christian leaders to impact the world for Christ. Crossroads Bible College of Indiana united with the CBS family in 2019.

The evening will feature a special performance by internationally acclaimed vocalist, pastor, motivational speaker Wintley Phipps. Ticket information is available at CBS.EDU or at 832-252-0704.

As part of the 50th anniversary celebration, CBS will recognize ministry partners and their impact on the community. Recipients include the following:

Pioneer Award: Rev. Thawngling Mualhlun, Senior Pastor, Chin Evangelical Baptist Church.
Honoring visionary leaders who open new paths for gospel ministry and strengthen communities of faith.

Community Impact Award: Dr. Kenneth Sullivan, Jr., Senior Pastor, New Direction Church
Celebrating leaders whose ministries uplift families and transform neighborhoods.

Ministry Partner Award: College Park Church- Recognizing partners who champion biblical education and leadership development.

Lifetime Achievement Award: Trudy and Dayton Molendorp- Honoring families whose faithful generosity and investment leave a lasting legacy for future generations.

Legacy Award: Dr. Jeffrey Johnson, Sr., Eastern Star Church- Celebrating leaders whose influence shapes generations through teaching, mentoring, and visionary ministry leadership.

Prices:
General Admission: USD 250.00
Alumni Discount Admission: USD 150.00

Category: Community | Fundraisers

Artists / Speakers: Wintley Phipps, Thawngling Mualhlu, Ken Sullivan, Dayton Molendorp

Date and Time: Thursday April 30, 2026 at 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Venue details: Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, 350 West Maryland Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46225, United States