A solid foundation for Christian ministry
Would you like to develop a biblical and theological grounding for your work? Do you want to study a programme that will equip you in relevant and practical ways? Let's hear from some of our recent graduates who share more about what they've learnt about God in the...
Leadership changes
The Rev Dr David Hilborn announced today that, having led Moorlands College to a number of significant achievements, he will be moving on from the role of Principal in February 2022. Moorlands recognises Dr Hilborn as an eminent evangelical leader and theologian, and...
October 2021 – A thought from the Principal
Way before ‘Keep Calm and Carry On’, there was “Don’t Worry – Trust God”. One’s a Second World War slogan that’s come back into vogue. The other is the nub of Jesus’ message in Matthew 6:33-34. I’ve got a fridge magnet that shows the former, and its old-school,...
August 2021 – A thought from the Principal
50 years ago at this church side-entrance, my Christian adventure began. The photo was taken recently on a trip back in my hometown of West Wickham, Kent, visiting old haunts and putting flowers by my late mum’s burial plot. One of my other stop-offs was here at...
We’re open – our latest update
Since 1948 Moorlands College has been equipping people to transform the church and the world and through the extraordinary work of staff and the amazing resilience of students, we have continued to do this throughout the coronavirus pandemic. Our latest update We want...
Staff and undergraduate programmes celebrated in National Student Survey
We’re grateful for another academic year and all that God has done through those in our Moorlands College community. In a season of coronavirus, and the challenges this has brought, our staff and students have encountered and learnt a great deal. Many have thrived in...
Apply for September 2021
Begin your Moorlands College journey today. Since 1948, Moorlands College has given Christians passionate about Jesus Christ the knowledge and skills they need to impact the Church and wider world. We seek to cultivate an environment for learning that’s not just about...
Save the Date – Derek Copley’s Thanksgiving Service
Save the date We're privileged to circulate details of the Thanksgiving Service to celebrate the life of Derek Copley, former Principal of Moorlands College. Date and time: Saturday 24th July at 2pm Location: Cornerstone Hythe United Reformed Church in Hythe,...
June 2021 – A thought from the Principal
"The great Scots poet Robert Burns famously wrote: ‘The best laid schemes o’ Mice an’ Men Gang aft agley’. Meaning: even our finest plans can be disrupted. An old Jewish saying puts it more succinctly: ‘We plan; God laughs’. Of course, there’s exaggeration in...
Jim: Serving and Studying
Working as a Worship PastorAs someone who is working and studying at the same time, I’d love to briefly share my journey with you. I’ve had the great privilege of holding the post of Worship Pastor at Testwood Baptist Church since 2017. After lots of prayer and...
Discoverer in Dorset
Listen to our very own Chris Sinkinson as he chats to Steve Harris, BBC Dorset Breakfast, about the man who discovered Ninevah – Austen Henry Layard. We recently discovered that Austen had connections to Dorset; the home of our Christchurch Campus! Chris teaches on...
Bekah: Becoming Mindful – Of Christ
Life is busyI’m aware that the title of this post may cause some to sit uncomfortably in their seat. "Mindfulness?" I hear you say. "What place does it have in the Christian life?" The concept of mindfulness has some links to Buddhism, though not limited to it. For...
