Annual training held each June — equipping new candidates and strengthening veteran missionaries through instruction, fellowship, and shared field experience.
The BIO Training School is held annually during the third week of June. It welcomes both new missionary candidates and active missionaries of aligned beliefs — bringing together the entire BIO missionary family for a week of learning, connection, and mutual encouragement. A parallel Deaf Training School runs for those involved in deaf ministry.
Essential preparation for missionaries entering field service, covering the philosophy and practical mechanics of missionary work.
In-depth sessions for veteran missionaries, led by field veterans and specialists in medicine, law, pastoral care, and missiology.
Informal interaction among the missionary family — often cited as the most beneficial aspect of the entire Training School week.
On Common Fellowship: “The informal interaction during the training school is probably the most beneficial reason to attend. Missionaries are able to exchange contact information, resolve questions about many things, and be a mutual support to each other.”
The Training School is open to missionary candidates and active missionaries whose beliefs are in alignment with BIO. Both the standard program and the Deaf Training School option are available. Contact the BIO office for registration details and scheduling.
Held annually — third week of June
For registration, scheduling, and additional details, contact the BIO office: