COME
AND
BURN.
Fall deeply in love with Jesus. Discover your identity in Him, grow in community, and learn to carry His presence into everyday life.
Why BSSM
One encounter with God's presence can change everything.
BSSM was built on the belief that one encounter with God changes everything. We are a school associated with Bethel Church, Redding, California. For over 25 years, our heart has been simple: come, learn to fall deeply in love with Jesus, and stay burning for Him in every season of life.
We are here to create space for people to encounter God. Through worship, Scripture, community, serving, and activation, we help you discover what it means to walk with Him for a lifetime.
His presence transforms lives.
Transformed lives change the world.
The Invitation
What would a year fully given to Jesus look like?
A year given to Jesus is never wasted. We've seen what happens when someone says yes. That kind of yes builds something that lasts.
How it works
What your year
is built on.
Worship and teaching
Regular times of worship together. Deep, transformational teaching from BSSM and Bethel leadership.
Scripture & Reading
The Word of God is a foundation for everything we do. A structured Bible reading plan and books support subjects covered throughout the year.
Revival Groups
Your small group, where you pray, activate gifts, and grow alongside the same people throughout the year.
Activation
Real-life opportunities to practice a supernatural lifestyle inside and outside the classroom.
A student’s experience
Lives transformed
by His presence.
“I didn't come expecting a miracle. I came hungry. And God met me in the most unexpected ways.”
Angela Chadwick · Class of 2025
“BSSM isn't just a school — it's a family, a furnace, and a launching pad all at once.”
“The community here carries something real. You can't explain it until you've experienced it yourself.”
Find your place
One pursuit.
Different ways to join.
Come to Redding, California, or study online in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Each school has its own rhythm, requirements, and next intake.
In person · English
On-Campus
Redding, California
Explore On-CampusOnline · English
Online in English
From wherever you call home
Explore Online in EnglishPrefer to study in Portuguese or Spanish? Explore BSSM Português ↗ or BSSM Español ↗.
On-Campus School
A year fully given to Jesus on campus in Redding, California. Nine months immersed in the culture of Bethel Church · in live worship, community, and a school built around pursuing His presence together.
Live teaching from BSSM and Bethel leadership, several times a week.
Regular worship together as a school community.
Your small group · where you pray, activate gifts, and grow alongside the same people throughout the year.
Join services, events, and community throughout your time on campus.
Real-life opportunities to practice a supernatural lifestyle inside and outside the classroom.
All on-campus students go on a required mission trip, usually in March or April. Mission opportunities include local and global destinations.
Full Year Tuition
+ $29 Application Fee
Tuition covers all classes, books, and Retreat.
Does not cover housing, food, or mission trips.
- Full-time immersion in Redding, CA
- In-person worship, teaching & activation
- Revival Groups in person
- Ministry trips and outreach
- Official BSSM Certificate upon completion
Online School
A flexible structure built around your real life, from anywhere in the world. Same content, same Revival Groups, same community · part-time (11–12 hours per week) or full-time (20–22 hours per week).
Main teaching, leadership conversations, and worship happen live each week. Recordings available for most sessions afterward.
Your small group meets live each week · the one required live session. Multiple time slots across time zones.
Bethel staff and leaders on spiritual gifts, business, family, creativity, and more.
Homework, reading, and putting what you've learned into practice at your own pace.
Students from over 100 countries connected by the same pursuit of Jesus.
Optional opportunity for online students to come to Redding for a week of in-person encounter.
Full Year Tuition
+ $29 Application Fee
Part-time: 11–12 hrs/week · Full-time: 20–22 hrs/week
Rolling enrollment · Fall (Sept) and Winter (Jan) start dates.
- Full BSSM Online content
- Live worship, teaching & leadership conversations
- Weekly Revival Groups (live, required)
- On-demand recorded sessions
- Optional Immersion Week in Redding, CA
- Official BSSM Certificate upon completion
The people and culture
Built around
loving Jesus.
BSSM is part of the life and ministry of Bethel Church. Meet the people and convictions that shape the school.
Frequently asked questions.
Is BSSM a good fit if I already have a career or family?
Yes. On Campus takes about 40 hours a week, while Online offers part-time study with a live Revival Group you can plan around.
Can I attend for just one year?
Yes. You graduate at the end of each year and can apply for the next year if you want to continue.
How much does BSSM cost, and what does tuition cover?
On Campus full-year tuition is currently $5,750 and includes classes, books, and retreat. Online full-year tuition in English is currently $5,250, with semester costs varying by program and pace. Tuition
When can I start?
On Campus First Year begins with registration on September 1, 2027, and classes start September 2. BSSM Online in English starts January 4 or August 30, 2027, for First and Second Year.
Can I visit before I apply?
Yes. Contact us before making travel plans so we can confirm availability and arrange your visit. Visit BSSM
ARE YOU
READY TO
SAY YES?
Give yourself to loving Jesus fully and completely. A life surrendered to His presence is never wasted. His presence changes people, and the world changes around you. There is still more for you.