Lincoln Seminary at Ozark Christian College

Today at Ozark Christian College and Lincoln Seminary, we celebrate 84 years of training men and women for Christian service. Join us in thanking God for his faithful provision, for our 16,000 Ambassadors who have served in all 50 states and over 100 countries around the world, and for all God has in store as he continues to "do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine." Happy Birthday, Ozark! 🎂 🎉

Today, OCC's Matt Proctor and Rapha International's Stephanie Freed signed an agreement between the two ministry organizations. Beginning this fall, Rapha and OCC will launch the Culture of Care partnership on Ozark's campus. The partnership is an expansion of Rapha’s Culture of Care program, which empowers church leaders, volunteers, and college students with the training and tools necessary to protect students, honor survivors, and integrate child protection into all aspects of ministry. Read more at occ.edu/rapha.

"God's power in you is not dependent on your power without him." At our commencement service earlier this month, Andy Nichols shared a compelling message on Exodus 3 with our Ozark Christian College and Lincoln Seminary graduates. Watch his message at https://ow.ly/3imA50Z5HuC.

Tomorrow, May 9, we'll celebrate the 2026 commencement at Ozark Christian College and Lincoln Seminary, with speaker Andy Nichols. Space is limited, so commencement will be a ticketed event. Guests without tickets won't be admitted, but we'll stream the ceremony live in the Mabee Student Center and at occ.edu/commencement. Read or download the commencement details at occ.edu/program. Join us in praying for the class of 2026 as they answer God's call to serve him as Ambassadors for Christ.

What a great week at the Preaching-Teaching Convention! We loved having 1,000 alumni and friends on campus. Mark your calendar now to join us next year—February 15-17, 2027.

In just one week, we’ll gather on Ozark’s campus for the 2026 Preaching-Teaching Convention (February 16-18). We’re looking forward to a meaningful time of worship, teaching, and encouragement as we explore what it means to be "Faithful Where You Are." There's still time to register at occ.edu/pt. You can also read or download the entire convention program at occ.edu/ptprogram. Hope to see you there!

Exciting news! Ozark Christian College has been awarded a $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its Pathways for Tomorrow Initiative. During the next five years, the grant will fund four strategies of Lincoln Seminary’s Lifelong Leaders Initiative. Read more at occ.edu/leigrant.

Join us in celebrating these students who are part of Lincoln Seminary’s 2025 graduating class.