Spurgeon's College facts for kids
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Former name
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The Pastors' College |
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| Established | 1856 |
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Religious affiliation
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Baptist Union of Great Britain |
| Chancellor | Rick Warren |
| Principal | Philip McCormack |
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51°24′23″N 0°05′10″W / 51.4064°N 0.0862°W |
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Spurgeon's College is a special school in South Norwood, London, England. It teaches people about the Christian faith, especially the Baptist way of life. It is connected to the Baptist Union of Great Britain.
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History of Spurgeon's College
How the College Started
The college was started in 1856 by a pastor named Charles Spurgeon. He called it "Pastors' College." His main idea was to teach people how to become good pastors and help others. He wanted the training to be very practical and focused on spreading the Christian message.
Growing and Changing Names
By 1892, the college had already trained 863 students! This shows how important it was. In 1923, the college moved to its current building. At that time, it was renamed Spurgeon's College to honor its founder, Charles Spurgeon.
What You Can Study at Spurgeon's College
Courses and Training Programs
Spurgeon's College trains people to become ministers for the Baptist church. This training happens in the UK and other countries too. The college also offers many other courses. You can learn online, or take a part-time degree course on Mondays. There are also several Master's courses for more advanced study.
Accreditation and Degrees
In 2008, the college was approved by the British Accreditation Council. This means its courses meet high standards. In 2012, the college started working with the University of Manchester. This allowed students to get degrees that are recognized by a major university. In May 2022, Spurgeon's College was given the power to award its own degrees. This means it can now give out official university degrees directly to its students.
Partnerships and Connections
Spurgeon's College works closely with important groups. It is a partner of the Baptist Union of Great Britain. It also works with the Evangelical Alliance. These partnerships help the college connect with the wider Christian community.
Famous People Who Studied Here
Many notable people have studied at Spurgeon's College. Here are a few:
- J. Sidlow Baxter: An Australian pastor and thinker.
- Dr George R. Beasley-Murray
- Rev John Charles Carlile
- Rev Steve Chalke: He started the Oasis Trust and Faithworks.
- Nick Mercer: A senior priest in the Anglican Church in London.
- Arthur Gostick Shorrock: A Baptist missionary who worked in China for 40 years.
- Dr Nigel G. Wright
In Spanish: Colegio Spurgeon para niños
