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Kamajibou Newmai
Principal
Kamajibou Newmai
Principal
Kamajibou Newmai was born in a small village called Kadi, in the Tamenlong
District of Manipur. His life with Christ began in 1999, and he was baptized
in August 2000. After receiving a divine call from the Lord, he committed to
establishing and building the Kingdom of God.
The Lord was preparing him for the ministry by taking him from his hometown to Kerala, the southern part of India, in 2011.
He pursued his Bachelor of Theology in 2010 from JMBC, his Master of Divinity from RBCS in 2013, and his Master of Theology in (NT) from HBI in 2021.
He is married to Tingwongchunliu (Achunliu) Newmai. They are blessed with four children: Maijinlakbou, Bonnyliu, Wimachangliu, and Timothybou.
The Lord was preparing him for the ministry by taking him from his hometown to Kerala, the southern part of India, in 2011.
He pursued his Bachelor of Theology in 2010 from JMBC, his Master of Divinity from RBCS in 2013, and his Master of Theology in (NT) from HBI in 2021.
He is married to Tingwongchunliu (Achunliu) Newmai. They are blessed with four children: Maijinlakbou, Bonnyliu, Wimachangliu, and Timothybou.
Shinu Manuel
Vice Principal
Shinu Manuel
Vice Principal
Shinu Manuel, an accomplished minister and educator, currently serves as the
Vice Principal at Rhema Bible Seminary, demonstrating exemplary leadership
and academic prowess. With a Master of Divinity from GFABS Tiruvalla and
ongoing studies for a Master of Theology in Mission, Shinu brings a rich
blend of theological depth and practical experience to his role. As a licensed
minister of the Church of God in India, he has devoted two decades to
pastoral ministry in diverse church settings. Additionally, Shinu's dedication
to education is evident through his teaching roles at institutions such as
Believers Church Bible Malayalam medium in Ernakulum and the Believers
Church Training Center in Bangalore. With administrative expertise honed
through librarian training, Shinu exemplifies commitment and excellence in
his multifaceted ministry. Alongside his professional endeavors, Shinu finds
strength and support in his partnership with his spouse, Anju Shinu.
Jaswin Alisha
Academic Dean
Jaswin Alisha
Academic Dean
Jaswin Alisha, the Academic Dean at Rhema Bible College and Seminary, is a
seasoned leader in both ministry and academia, currently pursuing a PhD in
addition to holding an M.A. and M.Th. With a decade of pastoral experience
and seven years of teaching at various seminaries, Jaswin has excelled in both
realms. Previously, he held positions as Assistant Librarian and Dean of
Students at the Indian Theological Seminary in Avadi, Chennai, while also
serving in pastoral roles within the Assemblies of God organisation. Currently,
Jaswin oversees academic affairs at the college while continuing his pastoral
duties within the Assemblies of God in Trivandrum. Married to Shiji Juswin
and blessed with two boys, Jaswin embodies a steadfast commitment to his
professional responsibilities and family life.
Jebasheela S
Registrar/Faculty
Jebasheela S
Registrar/Faculty
Jebasheela S, Registrar & Faculty at Rhema Bible College and Seminary,
brings a lifelong immersion in ministry, having grown up assisting her father,
a pastor of two churches. With a foundation rooted in service, she combines
her expertise in Computer Science, holding a B.E., with theological education,
currently pursuing an M.Th. in Ministry & Mission. Over seven years, she has
excelled in teaching Counselling, Evangelism, and Church Ministry, fueled by
a deep desire for worship leadership, preaching, and community building.
Jebasheela’s commitment to holistic ministry enriches both her academic
pursuits and her role as a supportive partner to Balakumar S.Jebasheela S, Registrar & Faculty at Rhema Bible College and Seminary,
brings a lifelong immersion in ministry, having grown up assisting her father,
a pastor of two churches. With a foundation rooted in service, she combines
her expertise in Computer Science, holding a B.E., with theological education,
currently pursuing an M.Th. in Ministry & Mission. Over seven years, she has
excelled in teaching Counselling, Evangelism, and Church Ministry, fueled by
a deep desire for worship leadership, preaching, and community building.
Jebasheela’s commitment to holistic ministry enriches both her academic
pursuits and her role as a supportive partner to Balakumar S.
Balakumar S
Chaplain/Faculty
Balakumar S
Chaplain/Faculty
Balakumar S, a dedicated Chaplain and Faculty member at Rhema Bible
College and Seminary, brings a wealth of experience and education to his role.
With a background in Electronics and Communication Engineering, he transitioned to theological studies, earning a B.E. and pursuing further education with an ongoing M.Th. in Old Testament. Over the past decade, Balakumar has passionately served in various capacities, including teaching Old Testament, Biblical Languages, Hermeneutics, and Homiletics. Additionally, he serves as a worship leader and translator, bridging the gap between English and Tamil languages.
Committed to both ministry and academia, he balances his role as a Chaplain with his responsibilities as a family man, married to Jebasheela S.
With a background in Electronics and Communication Engineering, he transitioned to theological studies, earning a B.E. and pursuing further education with an ongoing M.Th. in Old Testament. Over the past decade, Balakumar has passionately served in various capacities, including teaching Old Testament, Biblical Languages, Hermeneutics, and Homiletics. Additionally, he serves as a worship leader and translator, bridging the gap between English and Tamil languages.
Committed to both ministry and academia, he balances his role as a Chaplain with his responsibilities as a family man, married to Jebasheela S.
A. Visvanathan
Dean of Students
A. Visvanathan
Dean of Students
A. Visvanathan, the Dean of Students at Rhema Bible College and Seminary,
is a seasoned minister and educator with 14 years of experience in theological
education and ministry. Holding an M.Div from Rhema Bible College, A.
Visvanathan has served in various roles, including pastor at Mizpah Prayer
Church and librarian and teacher at Rhema Bible College. Notable
achievements include his tenure as Children’s Warden at Mizpah Mercy
Home and his contributions to Mizpah GoodNews Ministries. Currently, A.
Visvanathan’s responsibilities encompass both faculty and administrative
duties, teaching Christian Ministry while overseeing student affairs. With a
robust educational background including a D.Th, B.Th, and M.Div, A.
Visvanathan’s areas of specialisation and research interests lie in Christian
Ministry. Married to Gincy Peter, he finds joy and support in his family, which
includes his children Geffery and Hanna.
Keyindewle Ndang
Faculty (Dept. of Mission)
Keyindewle Ndang
Faculty (Dept. of Mission)
Keyindewle Ndang (Keyi) is a passionate music lover whose ministry is
integrated into music. Served in the Union of Evangelical Students of India
(UESI) for three years and worked as a music trainer among special people.
Currently, she is serving as the counsellor at Sunday school in her Church (Perenkipeuzang Baptist Church, Peren: Nagaland) and lecturer at Rhema Bible College and Seminary. Her specialisation is from the Mission Department, and she is currently pursuing her D.th.
Currently, she is serving as the counsellor at Sunday school in her Church (Perenkipeuzang Baptist Church, Peren: Nagaland) and lecturer at Rhema Bible College and Seminary. Her specialisation is from the Mission Department, and she is currently pursuing her D.th.
Aneesh Kollemcode
Faculty
Aneesh Kollemcode
Faculty
Aneesh Kollemcode is a distinguished figure in theological education and
Christian leadership, serving as a revered faculty member at Rhema Bible
College & Seminary in Palakkad, Sharon Bible College in Thiruvalla, Holy
Theological College in Thrissur, City of God Bible College in Cochin, and
Tabernacle Pentecost Church in the UK. With a wealth of experience, Aneesh
has held leadership roles such as Dean of Students, Registrar, and Academic
Dean while also contributing to various organisations, including as Secretary
at Aluva Centre Churches and Sharon Fellowship Church. Beyond his
academic pursuits, Aneesh is actively involved as the General Secretary of the
Sharon Writers Forum, Kerala State Coordinator for the Pentecostal Council
of India, and an Executive Member of the Global Malayali Pentecost Media
Association. Academically astute, he holds an M.A. in Christian Studies,
M.Div., and M.Th. degrees in Missions and Church History, respectively, and
is currently pursuing an Integrated PhD at Acts Academy, Bangalore. Family-
oriented and grounded in faith, Aneesh finds strength and joy in his loving
family with his wife Rajasree and daughter Sophia, embodying excellence in
academia, ministry, and leadership.
Sabu Mathai Kathettu
Faculty
Sabu Mathai Kathettu
Faculty
Sabu Mathai Kathettu worked with Operation Mobilization in India for seven
years after completing his B. Th. in various capacities. In 1999, he joined the
Indian Evangelical Team, where he served as a Bible teacher and managing
editor. He also served as a principal at Peniel Bible Seminary (2014-17) and
New Hope Bible College (2017-2020). Currently, he is serving as a pastor at
Bethel IPC in Saravanampatti and as faculty at Rhema Bible College and
Seminary in Velanthavalam. He completed his MA in Christian Studies, M.
Div, and M. Th in Missions. Sabu is married to Sheena and blessed with two
daughters, Sneha and Sreya.
Anish Thomas
Faculty
Anish Thomas
Faculty
Anish Thomas served the Lord at Trinity Theological College, Mundgod,
Karnataka, NewHope Bible College Nilambur, Kerala, Harvest India College,
Coimbatore, Southern Asia Leadership Institute Coimbatore in deferment
roles and as a faculty. Presently, he is serving as the National Director of
Reach our Neighbours ministries, Pastor of Lehem Worshippers Assembly,
Coimbatore and faculty at Rhema Bible College and Seminary. He completed
a B. Th, M. Div from NLBS, Cheruvakkal, and M. Th in Religion and
Philosophy from AIT, Banglore; he also Studied at the University of Calicut
and is presently pursuing another degree at GyanVihar University, Rajasthan.
Anish Thomas is married to Princy Sony and blessed with three daughters,
namely Levita Anish, Litsa Anish and Lael Anish.
Baskal Victoria
Faculty
Baskal Victoria
Faculty
J. Baskal Victoria, a dedicated faculty member at Rhema Bible College and
Seminary, brings a wealth of experience and education to her role. With a
background in Diploma in Electrocis and Communicaion Engineering
(D.E.C.E), she furthered her theological studies, completing her B.Th and
M.Div at Rhema Bible College & Seminary. Currently, she serves both as a
faculty member at the college and in church ministry at Bethel Gospel
Assembly in Nallur. Alongside her academic pursuits, J. Baskal Victoria finds
fulfillment in her family life, married to Pr. John Durai and blessed with two
sons, Victor J. Samuel and J. John Paul.
Dr. Sebin S Kottaram
Faculty (Indian President's Medalist)
Dr. Sebin S Kottaram
Faculty (Indian President's Medalist)
PhD (Psychology), MPhil, MSc, GSE Fellow (USA),
MA (Journalism & Mass Communication)
Consultant Psychologist, International Life Coach, Award Winning Author & Media Expert
Dr. Sebin S Kottaram is an Internationally acclaimed Key note Speaker, Psychologist, Author and Media Expert. He has authored more than 800 articles and 35 books on positive psychology in English and Malayalam languages. He has delivered Motivational talks in many countries including USA, Germany and Malaysia. Many American Television Channels and News Papers have telecasted and published interviews with him apart from Indian media. He has been awarded PhD in Psychology from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore. He has passed MSc and MPhil in Psychology and MA (Journalism and Mass Communication) from the same University. He also completed MA (English language and literature) from SB College, Changanacherry. Dr Sebin has been recently selected as the member of American Psychological Association (APA) in view of his achievements. Presently, Dr Sebin is the PhD Guide & Research Supervisor of Martin Luther Christian University.
Dr. Sebin S Kottaram, had been presented the National award for Excellence in Journalism from Dr. Hamid Ansary, Hon. Vice President of India (2013). It is the highest Journalism award in India, instituted by The Press Council of India for the empowerment of women.
Dr. Sebin was selected for the award for his article on Mrs JyothiReddy, CEO, Keys software solutions, USA, published in Malayala Manorama Daily. She was a labourer in 1989 and the inspirational article reveals, how she became the CEO of 3 USA based companies from a humble background. Dr. Sebin had been the editorial board member of Malayala Manorama daily for more than 10 years.
He was chosen by a jury chaired by Justice Markanteya Katju, Chairman, Press council of India and former justice of Supreme court of India.
He had been presented the highest civilian award for bravery “The Jeevan Raksha Padak” from the President of India in 2000 for saving the lives of two drowning youths. To recognize this act of his, the state government in Kerala, honoured him by declaring him a state guest for a week. His article on “ embryonic stem cell research” received international acclaim and he was given an international award from United States in recognition of his efforts in the year 2009. During the same year he got the Aksharam Award for excellence in Journalism and The MTVA Award. As a student, he received the State Government’s Best National Service Scheme Volunteer award in view of his humanitarian activities in the group in 1998. Dr. Sebin was among one of the Indian official delegates who visited various Media, Educational, Cultural and Health care institutions in USA in 2011. He was selected for the Professional Excellence Award instituted by the Rotary International in 2014. He is a very popular TV Show host and has been conducting Motivational Television shows in many TV Channels including Flowers TV, Kaumudhi TV, Shalom TV, Today TV, AathmeeyaYatra TV, Word to World TV etc.
The government of Kerala selected him as the External Consultant for giving Mind Power Training for the higher level officials including Special Secretaries, Additional Secretaries et al. of Kerala government Secretariat. The Employability Skill Management Training organized by Kerala Higher Education Council for the Deputy Registrars of various universities of Kerala was led by Dr. Sebin S Kottaram.
He has been a member of the advisory board of the National Service Scheme of Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, and Malabar Christian College, Kozhikode.
MA (Journalism & Mass Communication)
Consultant Psychologist, International Life Coach, Award Winning Author & Media Expert
Dr. Sebin S Kottaram is an Internationally acclaimed Key note Speaker, Psychologist, Author and Media Expert. He has authored more than 800 articles and 35 books on positive psychology in English and Malayalam languages. He has delivered Motivational talks in many countries including USA, Germany and Malaysia. Many American Television Channels and News Papers have telecasted and published interviews with him apart from Indian media. He has been awarded PhD in Psychology from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore. He has passed MSc and MPhil in Psychology and MA (Journalism and Mass Communication) from the same University. He also completed MA (English language and literature) from SB College, Changanacherry. Dr Sebin has been recently selected as the member of American Psychological Association (APA) in view of his achievements. Presently, Dr Sebin is the PhD Guide & Research Supervisor of Martin Luther Christian University.
Dr. Sebin S Kottaram, had been presented the National award for Excellence in Journalism from Dr. Hamid Ansary, Hon. Vice President of India (2013). It is the highest Journalism award in India, instituted by The Press Council of India for the empowerment of women.
Dr. Sebin was selected for the award for his article on Mrs JyothiReddy, CEO, Keys software solutions, USA, published in Malayala Manorama Daily. She was a labourer in 1989 and the inspirational article reveals, how she became the CEO of 3 USA based companies from a humble background. Dr. Sebin had been the editorial board member of Malayala Manorama daily for more than 10 years.
He was chosen by a jury chaired by Justice Markanteya Katju, Chairman, Press council of India and former justice of Supreme court of India.
He had been presented the highest civilian award for bravery “The Jeevan Raksha Padak” from the President of India in 2000 for saving the lives of two drowning youths. To recognize this act of his, the state government in Kerala, honoured him by declaring him a state guest for a week. His article on “ embryonic stem cell research” received international acclaim and he was given an international award from United States in recognition of his efforts in the year 2009. During the same year he got the Aksharam Award for excellence in Journalism and The MTVA Award. As a student, he received the State Government’s Best National Service Scheme Volunteer award in view of his humanitarian activities in the group in 1998. Dr. Sebin was among one of the Indian official delegates who visited various Media, Educational, Cultural and Health care institutions in USA in 2011. He was selected for the Professional Excellence Award instituted by the Rotary International in 2014. He is a very popular TV Show host and has been conducting Motivational Television shows in many TV Channels including Flowers TV, Kaumudhi TV, Shalom TV, Today TV, AathmeeyaYatra TV, Word to World TV etc.
The government of Kerala selected him as the External Consultant for giving Mind Power Training for the higher level officials including Special Secretaries, Additional Secretaries et al. of Kerala government Secretariat. The Employability Skill Management Training organized by Kerala Higher Education Council for the Deputy Registrars of various universities of Kerala was led by Dr. Sebin S Kottaram.
He has been a member of the advisory board of the National Service Scheme of Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, and Malabar Christian College, Kozhikode.
Elizabeth Chirayil
Faculty
Elizabeth Chirayil
Faculty
Elizabeth Chirayil is a consultant psychologist with over 5 years of experience, specializing in trauma-informed therapy and holistic approaches. She holds a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Psychology, earning a gold medal for her outstanding performance in her Master's program at the Central University of South Bihar. She also is passionate about teaching psychology and has also taught in various institutions.