Catalyst Bible School (CBS)
Your generation needs the word of God. You can be the voice that brings it to them.
5 Months Equipping You for Global Ministry Through Immersive Learning and Real-World Experience
Catalyst Bible School
CATALYST - noun - cat·a·lyst
An agent that provokes or speeds significant change or action
Catalyst Bible School is a 5-month intensive training school that immerses and grounds you in the Word God, equips you with practical skills and opportunities to disciple others in God’s Word, and ignites you to passionately call others into the redemptive storyline of God
- Grounds you in the Word of God
- Equips you with practical skills to disciple others
- Launches you into your role in God’s story
The Bible is the most revolutionary book written in history. Its truth has transformed lives and entire countries. We believe everyone has the right to read it in their own mother tongue.
As a student of the Catalyst Bible School, you will be equipped through the Word of God to accelerate breakthroughs, action, and solutions in Gen Z, both corporately and individually, calling them to the Gospel and to the Great Commission.
Catalyst Bible School Overview
YWAM Lancaster is offering a newly developed version of the typical Discipleship Bible School (DBS) resulting in what we will now call our Catalyst Bible School (CBS). In addition to receiving the foundational DBS teaching of God’s redemptive plan for humanity from Genesis to Revelation, you will be activated to be a communicator of God’s Word to God’s world.
As a student, you can expect:
- Transformed by the Word of God
- Equipped to communicate the truth of God’s Word that brings transformation
- To call your generation to a lifestyle founded on the Scriptures
- Nations taught the Word of God
- Confidence in the Bible
End Bible illiteracy in your generation
- Only 7% of Christians have read the entire Bible (Have You?)
- 82% of Christians only read their Bible on Sunday mornings
- The word of God has the power to transform nations
Elements of Your Catalyst Bible School
The Catalyst Bible School consists of three primary elements: Train, Apply, and Go. These elements are intermixed throughout the 6-month school creating a space to be equipped through side-by-side teaching, ministry experience, and taking the Word of God to the nations.
Train
You will receive Biblical teaching designed to help you discover the power of God’s Word and His redemptive plan for humanity. The Bible will come alive as you read it chronologically with your fellow students from cover to cover. You will discover the historical context of the Bible, who it was written to, and what it means for us today.
- Read through the ENTIRE Bible
- Read the Bible daily
- Study the historical context, God’s character and nature, and how it applies to your life today
Guiding Scriptures
Apply
As the Word of God transforms your heart, you will be equipped to communicate the truth of scripture. This will catalyze others to live as passionate Jesus followers, fulfilling the great commission. You will partner with your classmates and YWAM Lancaster staff, activating your voice to communicate the truth of God’s Word!
- Share with Youth Groups and High Schools
- Lead an Inductive Bible Study
- Regularly Prepare and Share Teachings, Bible Studies, and Messages
Guiding Scriptures
Go
You will carry the Gospel to an unreached nation. You will be challenged to give out what you have learned as you disciple others in the Word. Your voice will be used to invite others into the redemptive storyline of God’s word. You will partner with God to see His Word bring transformation and life.
- Equip churches among the unreached
- Teach the Scripture to Young Leaders in the Nations
- Host Bible Seminars
Guiding Scriptures
Catalyst Bible School Phases
Training
Phase 1
5 Weeks
National Outreach
3 Weeks
Training
Phase 2
8 Weeks
International Outreach
4 Weeks
Debrief & Graduation
2 Weeks
Bible Teaching Topics
You will receive Biblical teaching designed to help you discover the power of God’s Word and His redemptive plan for humanity. The Bible will come alive as you read it chronologically with your fellow students from cover to cover.
- Origins & Worldview
- Pentateuch
- Tribal Era
- David
- Kings of Israel
- Early Prophets
- Late Prophets
- Post Exilic & Intertestamental
- Jesus
- Church
- Paul
- John
Pricing & Dates
CBS Schedule & Costs
*Our Catalyst Bible School runs every Fall semester*
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Upcoming Dates
Fall 2025
Sept. 28, 2025 - March 6, 2026
Submit your final application by Sept. 8, 2025.
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Training Phase Costs
$3995
Tuition covers the following:
- Housing, food, and teachers
- Books and materials for required reading or studies
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Outreach Phases
$4000-$6000
Outreach costs:
- Housing, food, and airfare/travel
- Note: The exact cost will be determined based on the outreach locations
Outreach locations: US locations for National Outreach Tour; TBD locations for International outreach
The Plan
So What’s Stopping You?
Applying for a Catalyst Bible School is simple:
1
Submit an Interest Form
3 simple questions that’s all you need to get started
2
Complete Your Application
You’ll receive and complete your full and final application
3
Get Accepted
The countdown begins once your application is reviewed and approved
Reserve Your Spot
CATALYST – noun – cat·a·lyst
An agent that provokes or speeds significant change or action.
Enroll in CBS TODAY! Receive foundational teaching and be activated as a catalyst of God’s Word to the world.
About YWAM Lancaster
YWAM Lancaster is committed to fulfilling the Great Commission by empowering and equipping individuals passionate about God’s love to share the Gospel in hard-to-reach places. Our mission is to inspire you to live boldly and to cultivate a radical love for Jesus.
While obstacles and uncertainties will arise, our goal is to serve as a transformation catalyst, helping you embrace your God-given identity and calling. By emphasizing a biblical worldview, discipleship, and accountability, we strive to build a community of fervent Jesus followers, guided by the Holy Spirit, to make a global impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Catalyst Bible School (CBS) is a six-month intensive training program that immerses students in the Word of God, equips them with practical skills to disciple others, and launches them into their roles in God’s story. It combines foundational biblical teaching with real-world ministry experience.
The CBS program consists of three primary elements: Train, Apply, and Go. Students will receive in-depth biblical teaching, apply what they’ve learned through practical ministry opportunities, and take the Gospel to unreached nations, making a transformative impact.
CBS includes all foundational DBS teachings but goes further by activating students to be communicators of God’s Word. It emphasizes practical application and outreach, preparing students to be catalysts for change in their communities and beyond.
The CBS curriculum covers a range of topics, including:
- Origins & Worldview
- The Pentateuch
- The Tribal Era
- David
- The Kings of Israel
- The Early Prophets
- The Late Prophets
- The Post Exilic and Intertestamental Periods
- Jesus
- The Early Church
- Paul
- John
Students read the Bible chronologically and study its historical context and relevance.
Outreach opportunities in the CBS program involve taking the Gospel to unreached nations. Students will engage in various activities such as teaching the Scripture to young leaders, equipping churches among the unreached, and hosting Bible seminars. These experiences are designed to apply what you’ve learned and significantly impact the mission field.
