The Barnabas Grant

Applications welcome to all those applying for 2026 entry

Next course starts on Wednesday 8th January 2025

Encouraging Growth in Faith, Understanding, and Calling

“Barnabas… was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and faith, and a great number of people were brought to the Lord.”
— Acts 11:24

The Barnabas Grant is a student-led initiative established by the inaugural class of the Wimbledon School of Ministry (WSOM).

Inspired by Barnabas, whose name means “son of encouragement,” this grant was created to support future students on their journey of faith, learning, and spiritual formation.

It is open to anyone who desires to grow in their understanding of Scripture, theology, and Christian life whether for personal enrichment, deeper discipleship, or preparation for future ministry.

Purpose of the Grant

The Barnabas Grant was created to:

Encourage and invest in the next generation of WSOM students.
Make theological and spiritual study more accessible to all.
Foster a culture of generosity, encouragement, and community within WSOM.

This initiative represents more than financial support; it’s a legacy of faith and generosity, enabling students to help one another grow in Christ.

How the Grant Works

The Barnabas Grant provides 50% of annual tuition fees for one selected WSOM student.

Course fees: £1200 per year (two-year programme)
Grant covers: 50% £600 per year)
Student contribution: 50% (£600 per year)
Student contribution per term: (£200 per term)

Grant funds are released term by term, once the student’s portion of fees has been received.

This shared-investment approach encourages both commitment and accountability.

Grant Guidelines

To remain eligible and continue receiving the Barnabas Grant each term, the recipient must:

Pay their 50% contribution before each term begins.
Maintain at least 80% class attendance.
Submit all assignments on time.
Remain in good academic and pastoral standing with WSOM.

If a student withdraws or becomes ineligible, remaining funds are retained within the Barnabas Grant for future allocation.

How to Apply

Applications are open to new students enrolling in WSOM who demonstrate both a commitment to learning and a desire to grow in their faith.

Applicants are invited to reflect prayerfully and answer the following questions (approx. 300 words each):

1. Your Journey of Faith

Tell us briefly how you became a Christian and how your faith has grown over time. What have been some of the key moments that have shaped your walk with God?

2. Your Calling or Area of Growth

What sense of calling, service, or area of growth has God placed on your heart? How do you hope that studying at WSOM will help you develop in that area?

3. Your Motivation to Study Theology

Why do you feel it is important to study theology at this stage of your life and faith journey? What do you hope to gain and give through your time at WSOM? The deadline for applications is 1^st December 2025. Applications should be sent to wsom@elimwimbledon.co.uk

Selection and Stewardship

Applications will be reviewed by the Academic Dean, Dr. Sheryl Arthur, in collaboration with Pastor Jon and a spokesperson from the class of 2025 ensuring that each decision is made prayerfully and with wisdom.

The Barnabas Grant embodies a simple but powerful truth: when we encourage one another, the whole body of Christ grows stronger.

It is an opportunity for today’s students to invest in tomorrow’s learners continuing a legacy of faith, generosity, and shared growth that defines the Wimbledon School of Ministry.