Peter is originally from Portstewart and practiced as a barrister in Northern Ireland for five years before completing his MDiv at Regent College, Vancouver, specialising in the area of ethics. He also works for a public policy think tank based in Cambridge where he specialises in the areas of family and social policy. He is married to Rose, and they have a new baby daughter, Keren.

Having completed doctoral studies in Edinburgh, David ministered at St Paul's and St George's Scottish Episcopal Church before joining the faculty of Briercrest Seminary in 2001, first as Associate Professor of Old Testament and later as Academic Dean. 

Since 2005, he has served as Principal of the college and Lecturer in Old Testament. Licensed to preach in the Diocese of Connor, he attends and assists at St Colman's Church of Ireland, Dunmurry, where he lives with his wife Hilda and daughters Anna and Sophie. In addition to scholarly articles on topics in both Testaments, he has written and edited volumes on ancient translation (Targum and Translation, 2004) and Bible and Film (Images of the Word, 2008). More popular works include Some Assembly Required (2001) and Seeking Sabbath (2007). He is currently writing a commentary on Ezra-Nehemiah.    

Originally from Plymouth, Massachusetts, Robert studied and lectured in New England before completing doctoral work in New Testament at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. 

Robert joined the college in 2005 as Director of Undergraduate Studies (QUB) and Lecturer in New Testament and Theology. Robert’s doctoral work focused on Paul’s self-identity and his current research interests include: the social life of the early Christians, the emergence and development of a uniquely Christ-centered theology in early Christian communities, and the relationship between Christian faith and research in the natural sciences. Robert lives with his wife Jill in Lisburn, where they worship at Lisburn Cathedral.

Ian joined the staff of BBC in 2004. After studying theology at Romsey House in Cambridge he worked in pastoral ministry for fifteen years before moving into theological education. 

After a short period as a freelance teacher and writer he became a Research Fellow at Cardiff University. At BBC he tutors in Christian Spirituality and Practical Theology and has responsibility for the Access Learning programme. His special areas of interest are preaching, ministry and spirituality, theology and intellectual disability. He is married to Yvonne and they have two children, Ross and Amy. 

Having studied economics in his home state of Kerala, Jacob's subsequent studies in theology led him to America and the Divinity School at Harvard. 

Following completion of his doctoral studies in missiology, Jacob was appointed as Assistant Professor of Christian Social Ethics at Union Biblical Seminary in Pune, where he also served as Academic Dean. An ordained minister of the Church of South India, Jacob joined the College in 2005 where he teaches and writes in the area of missiology. The author of From Lausanne to Manila: Evangelial Social Thought (ISPCK), Jacob teaches and ministers to  Indian Christians around the world.  He and his wife Elizabeth have three children. 

After pastoral ministry in Essex, Graham studied for an MPhil before serving in southern Nigeria with Mission Africa. Having lectured and directed the ministry training division at Samuel Bill Theological College for seven years, Graham returned to the UK in 1988 to take up the principalship of Belfast Bible College. 

In 2005, Graham stepped down as Principal to allow time to focus on his particular research and teaching interest in the area of theological education. Graham is the author of two books including Hyperchoice: Living in an Age of Diversity (IVP). Graham and his wife, Menita attend the Baptist Church in Finaghy and have three grown-up children.          

William is from England and studied theology at Durham and Oxford. After working for five years as a chartered accountant he returned to Durham for doctoral studies in Old Testament. This work has now been published as God, Pharaoh and Moses (Paternoster). 

In 2006 he started teaching at All Nations Christian College near London, and joined the college in 2009 to teach Old Testament and Hebrew. H is also responsible for co-rdinating the new University of Cumbria degree programme. His research interests are in the area of how to read theologically 'difficult' texts. 

Born and raised in Northern Ireland, Karen read Classics at Newnham College Cambridge before moving to London where she worked for a computer consultancy. After a number of years in the market place, Karen studied theology at King's College London specialising in New Testament Studies. 

In 1994, she left London for Kenya and Berea Theological College, where she taught men and women preparing for ministry in the Anglican Church in Kenya and neighbouring countries. Returning to the UK in 2000 to direct the College's certificate and diploma programs, Karen teaches in New Testament and her current research interests include the writings of Paul and the interface between New Testament studies and principles for contemporary ministry and mission. She lives in Saintfield and worships at Fitzroy Presbyterian. Karen is currently on sabbatical whilst completing her PhD studies.

Mark joined BBC in 2009 to teach in the areas of New Testament and Biblical Studies. Originally from Illinois, Mark studied at Huntington University and Wheaton Graduate School. 

Mark has taught theology at a number of theological colleges across Europe and the US for the past 25 years, including Gordon Conwell, Grand Rapids and Tyndale Theological Seminary. His home church is RiverTree Community Church in Michigan, but he currently worships at Lowe Memorial Presbyterian Church. Mark is married to Therese, and has four grown-up children, and three grand-daughters. In his free time, he enjoys travelling and long distance running.

Deirdre and Heather both came to BBC as students on the Women's Study fellowship course, but have now taken on a co-ordinating role. 

Deirdre previously worked as a primary school teacher, and Heather as  a training co-ordinator for a medical company. As well as developing the course and overseeing the administrative function, a major part of their role is guiding, assisting and encouraging the 100+ women who are taking the course.

Sharon joined CYMI in July 2009 after working in a youth homelessness prevention service in Belfast. 

She has a Masters degree in Youth and Community Work, is JNC professionally qualified and has experience working with young people and volunteers in different settings, including church-based youth work.  Sharon assists in the management and delivery of Centre for Youth Ministry courses at CYMI with a primary focus on the degree in youth and community work and practical theology.

Following an early academic background in Law, Jill completed a Master in Theology degree through Queen's University in Belfast. 

Her research centred on the field of Practical Theology, focusing particularly on the developing subject area of Theology and Disability. She is a member of the European Society for the study of Theology and Disability, and recently presented a paper at the society's second biannual conference in Switzerland. She is currently studying for a PhD in the area of spirituality and disability. Jill's teaching centres primarily on the area of Pastoral Theology with additional excursions into issues of spirituality and ecclesiology. Jill is married to William, and they have two sons and a daughter.

Originally from Coleraine, Geoff moved to England where he completed a degree in Business Studies with a focus on human resources. 

After completing a theology degree at London Bible College (now London School of Theology) he worked with UCCF for three years. Having been ordained to the Baptist ministry, Geoff pastored an inner-city multi-cultural church in Peckham. Currently he combines his role as Chaplain with being the Pastor of Lambeg Baptist Church. Geoff's current teaching and research interests include leadership, discipleship and theological education. He and his wife Rosaliene live in Lisburn with their three children, Jessica, Ryan and Lisanne.

Originally from Michigan, Therese joined BBC in 2009 to assist with the teaching and provision of pastoral care at BBC. 

She has an MA in Counselling Ministries from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, having worked as a nurse for 20 years in the areas of AIDS and home hospice care. Therese is married to Mark, and they worship at Lowe Memorial Presbyterian Church. Outside of BBC she enjoys travelling, running and spending time with people.

Irene joined the staff at BBC in 2008, having previously spent 18 years working for United Beach Missions. 

Her role at BBC primarily involves the organisation and co-ordination of student placements, coupled with work within the Education Supprt Team. Irene is married to Wesley and they have two grown-up sons, Mark and Tim and they are members of Malvern Assembly. Outside of college, Irene enjoys needlecraft, watching her son play hockey and working with young people. 

After studying for a degree in Communication, Advertising and Marketing at the University of Ulster, Catherine spent a year training in Devon as a youth & school's worker with South West Youth Ministries. 

At the end of that year she returned to Northern Ireland to take up a post with Interserve Ireland as their Youth & Development Worker, where she worked for almost five years. Catherine joined the college in June 2007 to take up the post of Recruitment & Communications Co-ordinator. Her day to day role involves dealing with applications and enquiries, attending recruitment events and co-ordinating marketing, publicity and advertising for the college. She currently lives in Newtownards with her husband Bobby, where they attend Scrabo Hall.

Rosie joined the college in 2007, having previously worked for an Independent Financial Adviser. 

Rosie assists with the processing of enquiries and applications for full and part time courses as well as other general administration in the I&A office. Rosie lives in Belfast with her husband Steve and their daughter Julia, where they attend Orangefield Presbyterian Church and are involved in the prayer and worship teams. Rosie enjoys music, reading, going for walks and taking Julia to the play park!

Isobel has worked at BBC for 25 years and has seen the college change and develop in many ways during that time. 

Following a significant birthday (!) in February 2009, Isobel now works at BBC on a part-time basis, with specific responsibility for maintaining connections with former students of the college and assisting with the work of the advancement team. Married to Ossie, Isobel worships at Lowe Memorial Presbyterian Church, where she is an elder and has specific responsibility for co-ordinating the church welcome team. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends, drinking coffee and playing golf, as well as walking and gardening!

Alan joined the staff in 2008, to take up the role of Director of Operations, having previously spent thirty years working in business. 

Alan has primary responsibility for overseeing the college's operational life, including  the facilities and HR and IT functions.  As part of the college's Senior Management Team, Alan also has responsibility for assisting with strategic planning for the college. Alan is married to Elizabeth, and has two grown-up daughters, both of whom are currently at university. Alan and Elizabeth worship at Greenwell Street Presbyterian, where he is an elder. Outside of college, Alan enjoys family holidays, reading and music.

Hazel has worked at BBC for over 14 years, having previously worked in a bank. 

Her role involves assisting with all aspects of the day to day running of the campus and it's facilities. Hazel is married with four grown-up children and lives in Lisburn where she worships at Lisburn Cathedral. She enjoys walking, reading and spending time with friends.

David joined the staff at BBC in 1999, and is responsible for ensuring that staff and students are well fed on a daily basis! 

David is married to Eleanor and they have two grown-up children, and one grand-daughter. Outside of college David enjoys travelling and water-skiing. David and Eleanor are members of Dromore Baptist Church. 

Jayne joined the staff at BBC in 2005, and helps David out in the BBC kitchen. 

Jayne has three sons and is married to Stewart and they are members of Ballynahinch Baptist Church. Outside of college, Jayne enjoys meeting friends,  walking, travelling and entertaining friends.

Dorothy has worked at BBC in her role as Librarian since 2005, having previously worked in Magee University College and Queen's University, Belfast. 

Dorothy studied French at Queen's (BA) and St Andrew's (B Phil) and Librarianship at Sheffield (MA) University. Dorothy is married to Terry and they have two grown-up sons. They currently live in Finaghy, where they worship at Lowe Memorial Presbyterian. In her free time, Dorothy enjoys reading and spending time with friends. 

Caroline has worked part-time at BBC since 2008, in the role of Assistant Librarian. She is studying for an MSc in Information and Library Studies at Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen. Caroline also has an honours degree in German and French from the University of Manchester and an honours degree in Theology from Queen's University, Belfast.

Caroline previously worked and studied in Edinburgh for eleven years prior to returning to Northern Ireland. She worships at Lowe Memorial Presbyterian Church. 

Joan has been on the staff at BBC for over 25 years, having previously worked for the Nationwide Building Society. 

Her role as the college Bursar involves collecting student fees, co-ordinating payment of invoices, ensuring staff salaries are paid every month, and liaising with Queen's in relation to payments for degree students. Joan attends Beersbridge Road Elim Church in Belfast. Outside of college, she enjoys reading, listening to music and walking.

Helen has worked at BBC since September 2007, when she took up the role of Receptionist on a part-time basis. 

She has also recently crossed the staff-student divide, as she has joined the Women's Study Fellowship course! Helen is married to Paddy, an ordained Church of England Minister, who now lectures at the Church of Ireland Theological Institute in Dublin. They have three sons, two of whom are at university, and currently live in Finaghy with their youngest son Timothy. 

Walter McConnell is originally from the USA, but now lives in Coleraine and worships at St. Patrick's, having previously spent time lecturing in Old Testament at Singapore Bible College.

Shirley Alexander has been a part-time lecturer in Belfast Bible College for a number of years. Her husband Gregg has recently been appointed as minister in the Methodist churches of Coleraine and Ballymoney.

Alan Wilson is the Pastor of Portstewart Baptist Church. Before returning to Northern Ireland to take up this role, Alan was the pastor of a church in Switzerland for 17 years.

John-Mark Mullan is originally from Lisburn and is currently on the staff of Mountsandel Christian Fellowship, having previously spent seven years working with IFES (International Fellowship of Evangelical Students).

Originally from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Scott has lived in the British Isles for over a decade. After completing studies in Ecclesiastical History and Historical Theology at the University of Edinburgh, he held positions at the University of Aberdeen, the University of Edinburgh and Trinity College Dublin.

Recently appointed as Lecturer in Church History and Historical Theology, Scott also acts as Director of Postgraduate Studies. His research focuses on religious identity and the formation of community in early modern Britain, Ireland and the Atlantic colonies. In 2007, his doctoral dissertation was published as Cromwell and Scotland: Conquest and Religion, 1650-1660. He serves as a council member of the Scottish Church History Society.