Douglas W. Fombelle

2003-

Dean and Executive Officer Bethel Seminary of the East

Fombelle joined Bethel after a long tenure at Faith Baptist Church in Rexford, N.Y., where since 1977 he served as youth pastor, associate pastor, and for 21 years, senior pastor. He believes his service at Bethel is a natural extension of his life’s commitment to advance the kingdom of God using the pastoral gifts God has given him. Fombelle has mentored numerous associate pastors and has a strong commitment to the mentorship model that distinguishes Bethel Seminary of the East. Also in line with the regional nature of Bethel’s East Coast teaching sites is Fombelle’s call to serve the kingdom enterprise throughout a church’s surrounding area rather than within the confines of a single congregation. As a result, he has served in such parachurch ministries as the Schenectady Christian School, the Capital District Association of Evangelicals, and Youth for Christ.

Education

B.A., Grove City College;
M.Div., Bethel Theological Seminary;
D.Min., Bethel Theological Seminary

Contact Information

Office: Bethel Seminary of the East
Email: d-fombelle@bethel.edu