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Research Fellowship

BibleMesh Institute

Research Fellowship

Cultivating the next generation of leaders and scholars.

Vision

BibleMesh seeks not only to promote trusted theological resources for Christians around the world, but also to be a place where people can start their theological education journey.

This does not just mean students, however. We also seek to cultivate the next generation of leaders and scholars, equipping them to teach, write, and research in service to the church.

We are launching the BibleMesh Institute Research Fellows program to highlight the expertise and insight of developing scholars in disciplines related to biblical studies, systematic and historical theology, ethics and public theology, philosophy and apologetics, and Christian ministry.

The writing of our Research Fellows will feature on the BibleMesh Blog, as well as in the forthcoming BibleMesh Journal, which will provide free long-form resources on subjects that further our mission to equip Christians for faithfulness to the Great Commandment, obedience to the Great Commission, and formed by the Great Tradition.

Additionally, the Research Fellowship provides developing scholars and teachers the opportunity for mentorship, professional development, and experience in teaching and writing.

What to expect

Each week, our blog will feature pieces written by the Research Fellows, such as book reviews, original articles, or ongoing series exploring the basics of the Research Fellows’ areas of expertise.

Additionally, we will feature special projects by the Research Fellows on the BibleMesh Journal page. Webinars and other online events will feature Research Fellows as well.

If you would ever like to study with one of our Research Fellows in a course, simply let us know here.

Introducing our first Research Fellows

The Research Fellowship is a place for young scholars to get started in writing and developing resources for the church in their given discipline. We will have Research Fellows in the following areas of study:
 
  • Biblical Studies
  • Systematic and Historical Theology
  • Ethics and Public Theology
  • Philosophy and Apologetics
  • Christian Ministry
This initiative is aimed at cultivating the skills of young scholars in teaching, writing, mentorship, and professional development. To this end, we are delighted to welcome Timothy Bertolet and Shawn Langley as our first Research Fellows in the program. 
Tim Bertolet - BibleMesh Institute Research Fellow

Timothy Bertolet

Timothy Bertolet currently serves with the missionary sending agency ABWE International, located in Harrisburg, PA. He has also served as youth, and then a senior pastor at two different churches, and earned a PhD in New Testament Studies from the University of Pretoria.

Shawn Langley

Shawn Langley is also a Research Fellow at the Kirby Laing Centre for Public Theology in Cambridge, England. His writing focuses on the relationship between philosophy & theology, particularly the way epistemological questions shape and are shaped by biblical interpretation.

Interested in finding out more about our Research Fellowship program?

Timothy Bertolet

I was born into a Christian family and made a profession of faith at a young age. As a teenager I felt God’s calling into ministry when I was given a chance to teach a short Bible sermon at a youth group event. At fourteen, my family moved to the mission field and I got to experience a number of different cultures on the island of Guam. I continued to pursue my calling to ministry by attending Lancaster Bible College and Westminster Theological Seminary. At Bible college, I fell in love with theology and New Testament studies. After seminary, I served as youth, and then a senior pastor at two different churches. Along the way, the Lord allow to be fulfill my lifelong dream of getting a PhD in New Testament studies. I currently serve with the missionary sending agency ABWE International, located in Harrisburg, PA.

Location: York, PA (USA)

Church Affiliation: Bible Fellowship Church

Academic degrees:
-Ph.D. New Testament Studies, University of Pretoria

Research interests:
Hebrews, Ascension, Christology, Use of the OT in the NT, Pauline Studies

Personal hobbies/interests:
Hiking, Reading, Coffee, Science Fiction, Star Trek.

Why I teach with BibleMesh Institute:
I am passionate about seeing the next generation of pastors and missionaries raised up.

Shawn Langley

Shawn Langley is a Research Fellow at the Kirby Laing Centre for Public Theology in Cambridge, England. His writing focuses on the relationship between philosophy & theology, particularly the way epistemological questions shape and are shaped by biblical interpretation.

Location: Raleigh, NC (USA)

Church Affiliation: Southern Baptist

Academic degrees:
-PhD. University of Aberdeen
-MDiv, ThM – Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
-BA. University of Tennessee

Research interests:
Epistemology; Biblical Interpretation; Philosophical & Systematic Theology

Personal hobbies/interests:
Anything involving being outside with my family.

Why I teach with BibleMesh Institute:
The joy of participating in theological development that is actively and creatively serving the church throughout the world.