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ANCIENT PROMISE
PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 262573819 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE X20 · Religion-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.ancientpromise.org
revenue
$172K
expenses
$198K
net assets
$9K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

ANCIENT PROMISE IS A NON-PROFIT MINISTRY THAT IS COMMITTED TO HELPING THE CHURCH DEVELOP AN ATMOSPHERE WHERE DICSIPLESHIP THRIVES. WE DESIRE TO DISIPLE AND TRAIN CHURCH LEADERS IN BIBLICAL PRONCEPLES AND TRUTH TO EFFECTIVELY IMPSCT THE WORLD THROUGH THR LOVE AND KNOWLEDGE OF JESUS CHRIST

profile · synthesized from sources

Christian nonprofit focused on discipleship through Bible study training and curriculum development. The organization equips church leaders, pastors, and believers globally with tools to discover and teach the Bible, emphasizing spiritual transformation and inductive study methods. It operates internationally, with significant work in Africa and among immigrant communities in the United States.

named programs · 7 · from sources

what they call their work

A Life Devoted
Basic discipleship series focused on spiritual growth through Bible study, prayer, fellowship, and surrender
Church Planting & Discipleship Program
28-day comprehensive training for Bible colleges and theological institutions covering discipleship, spiritual renewal, and Bible study methods
Finding What Matters
Advanced spiritual formation series on renewal, God's love, and overcoming spiritual warfare
God With Us
Discipleship series for new believers teaching foundational truths about God's nature, purposes, and rule
Just the Bible
Inductive Bible study series teaching skills to interpret and communicate Scripture accurately
Timothy Project I
10-14 day training for pastors and church leaders on understanding, communicating, and living according to the Bible
Timothy Project II
10-14 day advanced training for church leaders on spiritual renewal and in-depth inductive Bible study methods
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Christian Ministerial Training & Ordination 11 activities
    • Church Planting & Discipleship Training Program
      Operates a 28-day Church Planting & Discipleship Program designed for use in Bible colleges and higher learning institutions to train leaders in establishing and growing churches.
    • Church Planting & Discipleship Training Program
      Operates a 28-day instructional program designed for use in Bible colleges and higher learning institutions to train leaders in church planting and discipleship.
    • Church Planting and Discipleship Program
      Operates a 28-day instructional program for church planting and discipleship, typically utilized in Bible colleges or higher learning institutions.
    • Church Planting and Discipleship Program
      Operates a 28-day instructional Church Planting & Discipleship Program, typically used in Bible colleges or higher learning institutions.
    • Church Planting and Discipleship Program
      Operates a 28-day instructional program for church planting and discipleship, typically utilized in Bible colleges or higher learning institutions.
    • Church Planting and Discipleship Training Program
      Operates a 28-day Church Planting & Discipleship Program designed for use in Bible colleges and higher learning institutions to train leaders in establishing and growing churches.
    • International Church Leader Training
      Conducts intensive training programs for pastors and church leaders globally, including "Timothy Project I" and "Timothy Project II," which focus on biblical communication, spiritual renewal, and inductive Bible study methods, with documented training in Asia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.
    • Leadership Training for Pastors and Church Leaders
      Equips church leaders globally through programs like "Timothy Project I" and "Timothy Project II," which are 10-14 day trainings focusing on understanding, communicating, and living God's Word, spiritual renewal, and inductive Bible study methods for sermon preparation. Also provides evangelism training in various African and Asian countries.
    • Leadership Training for Pastors and Church Leaders
      Equips church leaders globally through programs like "Timothy Project I" and "Timothy Project II," which are 10-14 day trainings focusing on understanding, communicating, and living God's Word, spiritual renewal, and inductive Bible study methods for sermon preparation.
    • Leadership and Pastor Training
      Conducts "Timothy Project I" and "Timothy Project II," 10-14 day trainings for pastors and church leaders focused on living devoted to God’s Word, spiritual renewal, and in-depth inductive Bible study for sermon preparation; also provides evangelism training in multiple countries including Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, and parts of Asia.
    • Leadership and Pastor Training Programs
      Conducts intensive training programs for pastors and church leaders globally, including "Timothy Project I" (10–14 days) focused on living devoted to God’s Word, and "Timothy Project II" (10–14 days) emphasizing spiritual renewal and in-depth inductive Bible study for sermon preparation and teaching.
  • Structured Bible Study & Spiritual Growth Programs 7 activities
    • Bible Study Methods Training
      Offers a Bible Study Methods Series that teaches inductive Bible study skills, focusing on finding the meaning of God’s Word and communicating it effectively.
    • Christian Faith Education and Community Development
      Conducts educational programs, spiritual guidance, community development projects, and resource distribution to promote Christian faith, including specific series like "God With Us," "A Life Devoted," and "Finding What Matters" for spiritual growth and renewal.
    • Christian Faith Education and Discipleship Programs
      Provides educational programs and spiritual guidance, including series for new believers on God's purposes, basic discipleship focusing on spiritual growth, and spiritual formation for renewal and understanding God's love. Also offers a Bible Study Methods Series to teach inductive Bible study skills.
    • Religious Education and Discipleship Programs
      Offers structured spiritual growth series for believers, including "God With Us" for new believers, "A Life Devoted" for basic discipleship, "Finding What Matters" for spiritual formation, and a Bible Study Methods Series to teach inductive Bible study and effective communication of scripture.
    • Religious Education and Discipleship Programs
      Offers a series of structured spiritual growth programs for believers at various stages, including "God With Us" for new believers, "A Life Devoted" for basic discipleship, "Finding What Matters" for spiritual formation, and a Bible Study Methods Series to teach inductive Bible study and effective communication of scripture.
    • Religious Education and Discipleship Programs
      Offers structured spiritual growth series for new and existing believers, including "God With Us," "A Life Devoted," "Finding What Matters," and a Bible Study Methods Series, focusing on foundational Christian teachings, spiritual growth, and inductive Bible study skills.
    • Spiritual Education and Discipleship Programs
      Provides various spiritual education and discipleship programs for new believers and those seeking spiritual growth, including series on God's purposes, living a God-focused life, spiritual renewal, and inductive Bible study methods.
  • International Mission & Church Planting 1 activity
    • International Evangelism and Curriculum Development
      Develops religious curricula and conducts evangelism training in multiple countries, including Asia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda, as part of ongoing global outreach efforts initiated in 2008.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Curriculum Development and Religious Teaching Missions
      Develops Christian curricula and conducts international religious teaching missions, beginning with the founding of Ancient Promise Ministries in 2008 and ongoing travel to Africa to share religious teachings.
    • Global Ministry and Curriculum Development
      Founded Ancient Promise Ministries in 2008 to develop religious curricula and travel to Africa to share teachings; equips church leaders globally through training and educational resources.
    • Leadership Training for Pastors and Church Leaders
      Equips church leaders globally through training programs such as the "Timothy Project I" and "Timothy Project II," which focus on understanding, communicating, and living God's Word, spiritual renewal, and in-depth inductive Bible study methods for sermon preparation and teaching.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$172K
Contributions & grants$172K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$198K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$9K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$9K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +10.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 4
  • CONRAD OBRIEN — BOARD MEMBER
  • CURT PEARSON — BOARD MEMBER
  • LAWRENCE BUREN — BOARD MEMBER
  • ROBBIE HARRINGTON — EXCUTIVE DIRECTOR
relationships · 23

who they work with

  • Ancient Promise Tanzania Division Partner — Partner organization whose Director, Ezekiel Makamba (also a Tanzanian Assemblies of God Bishop), provided a testimonial for Ancient Promise's trainings.
  • Auburn Grace Community Church, CA Partner — Partner organization
  • Baptist Missionary Partner — Partner organization whose missionary, Concord Niyigena from Rwanda, provided a testimonial for the "Discovering God Together" course.
  • Crossroads Baptist Church Carmichael, CA Partner — Partner organization
  • Diana Berns Partner — Joined the team at the end of 2008.
  • Emmanuel Light and Life Partner — Partner organization whose teacher, Binyam Temesgen, provided a testimonial for the "Being Renewed" course and "Discovering God Together" course.
  • Facebook Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and communication.
  • First Presbyterian Monte Vista, CO Partner — Partner organization
  • Global Fellowship International, CA Partner — Partner organization
  • Google Play Store Partner — Distributes the organization's mobile application.
  • Grace Bible Church, Ohio Partner — Partner organization
  • Kellie Haldeman Partner — Co-established Ancient Promise Ministries in 2008.
  • Meserete Kristos Partner — Partner organization whose Evangelist, Esayas Yilma, provided a testimonial for the "Being Renewed" course.
  • Pentecostal Church Partner — Partner organization whose Pastor, Sebuh (John) Arega, provided a testimonial for the "Discovering God Together" course.
  • Protestant Denomination Partner — Partner organization whose teacher, Tsegabrehan Dafar (Grace), provided a testimonial for the "Being Renewed" course.
  • Rim View Community Church, AZ Partner — Partner organization
  • Robbie Harrington Partner — Co-established Ancient Promise Ministries in 2008.
  • Tanzania Assemblies of God Partner — Partner organization whose Vice Presbyter, Thompson Mwamgunda, provided a testimonial for Ancient Promise's training.
  • Tanzanian Assemblies of God Partner — Partner organization whose Assistant Director of Education, Dr. Ole Ngyaine, provided a testimonial for Ancient Promise's training.
  • Tanzanian Assemblies of God Partner — Partner organization whose Pastor, Isaac Kimaro, provided a testimonial for Ancient Promise's program.
  • Tanzanian Assemblies of God Partner — Partner organization whose Sectional Secretary, Agnes Bambwamlia, provided a testimonial for Ancient Promise's seminar.
  • Village Meadows Community Church, AZ Partner — Partner organization
  • YouTube Partner — Platform used for sharing video content in support of the ministry's mission.