To educate students to read and study the Bible using a critical methodology which takes advantage of the latest in biblical scholarship.

To promote interfaith conversation and understanding by studying with others from a wide variety of religious persuasions and beliefs.

To provide a non-threatening environment in which all questions are welcomed and honored.

To build a caring and supportive community that reflects God’s presence.

To equip students to serve in their communities as faith-filled leaders.

To publish written and electronic material to support the above.