Summary
Throughout RBC's life, they have been teaching the Word of God so as to lead people of all nations to personal faith and maturity in Christ. RBC's audiences are as diverse as RBC's methods. They include pastors, counselors, lay persons, TV and radio stations, prisons, schools, businesses -- any organization with resources that can touch families, friends, churches, and client networks. The idea is that every person they reach has the potential to shine -- to spread the gospel just as Jesus commanded.
Contributions to it are fully deductible to the extent allowed by law. It is a member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA).
Contact Information: [ Back to top ]
| Mailing Address: | PO Box 2222
Grand Rapids, MI
49501-9501 |
| Website: | www.RBC.org |
| Phone: | (616) 942-6770, (800) 653-8333 |
| Email: | You need to enable javascript to see the email |
Organization Details [ Back to top ]
EIN: 381613981
| CEO/President: |
Richard DeHaan |
Tax Deductible: |
Yes |
| Chairman: |
Marty Doorn |
Fiscal Year End: |
March 31 |
| Board Size: |
9 |
Financial info from: |
990 |
| Founder: |
Dr. M. R. De Haan |
Member of ECFA: |
Yes |
| Year Founded: |
1938 |
Member of ECFA since: |
1987 |
Throughout RBC's life, they have been teaching the Word of God so as to lead people of all nations to personal faith and maturity in Christ. RBC's audiences are as diverse as RBC's methods. They include pastors, counselors, lay persons, TV and radio stations, prisons, schools, businesses -- any organization with resources that can touch families, friends, churches, and client networks. The idea is that every person they reach has the potential to shine -- to spread the gospel just as Jesus commanded.
This organization is a nonprofit organization. Contributions to it are fully deductible to the extent allowed by law. It is a member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA).
RBC uses the following to express its mission:
RBC Ministries ("RBC") formally known as Radio Bible Class, changed its name in 1994. RBC strives to lead people of all nations to personal faith in Christ, to growth in Christlikeness, and to active involvement in a local Church, by teaching the Word of God through audio, video, print, computer, and correspondence media.
This organization is a nonprofit organization. Contributions to it are fully deductible to the extent allowed by law. It is a member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA).
Program Accomplishments [ Back to top ]
RBC's accomplishments and programs include some of the following:
(1) Our Daily Bread: A devotional published monthly for individuals and families who desire a close relationship with God.
(2) Campus Journal: A devotional booklet published monthly for high school and college age students to encourage dependence on God for their spiritual and emotional well-being.
(3) Daily Bible Teaching: Bible teaching presented in a practical and understandable way through television- "Day of Discovery", Radio- "Radio Bible Class", and literature- "Discovery Series".
(4) RBC Daily: A daily radio program which encourages individuals to apply the Word of God to issues in life through a systematic study of various books of the Bible.
Statement of Faith [ Back to top ]
RBC uses the following to express its statement of faith:
One God in three persons - Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
The verbal inspiration of the whole Bible as God's infallible revelation to man.
Jesus Christ's deity, virgin birth, sinless humanity, substitutionary death, atoning blood, bodily resurrection, and ascension to heaven.
Salvation by faith in Christ alone, without works, and solely by grace.
The need of works to express gratitude and give a living demonstration of God's transforming power.
The resurrection of the body: eternal glory for believers in heaven and everlasting punishment for unbelievers in hell.
The one true church, the body of Christ, consisting of all believers, regardless of race or social standing.
Obedience to our Lord's command to lead people of all nations to faith in Christ and to growth in Christlikeness.
The need for spiritual growth through Bible study, prayer, witnessing, and involvement in a Bible-believing church.
The imminent rapture of the church, and Christ's personal return to establish His kingdom on earth.
RBC FOUNDER M. R. De Haan was a physician who later in life became a pastor -- well known for his gravelly voice and impassioned Bible teaching. His commitment to ministry was: to lead people of all nations to personal faith and maturity in Christ.
So in 1938, from a small radio station in eastern Michigan, Detroit Bible Class was born. Suddenly the spiritual doctor was making house calls -- to hundreds of thousands of Scripture-hungry listeners.
Even though he was an unlikely radio personality -- with a rough, authoritative voice -- the program worked to great effect. And Dr. De Haan's heavily underlined reflections on the Scripture quickly became a source of biblical wisdom for many. In response to his teaching, listeners asked for transcripts of the broadcast for use as study materials. These resources, soon in great demand, were the precursor of today's widely distributed Discovery Series booklets.
From this spiritual foundation, the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based ministry continues to build upon the foundation of Dr. De Haan's vision and work. With commitment to the biblical principles set forth on the pages of this brochure, RBC Ministries today offers teaching resources to millions worldwide. While Dr. De Haan began this ministry in his basement as a family operation, today the Lord has brought together a staff of over 300 Christian workers in our US headquarters.
The ministry has international offices in 20 countries plus partners throughout the world who distribute RBC resources. Our signature publication, the daily devotional called Our Daily Bread, is translated into nearly 30 languages.
RBC Ministries changed its name from Radio Bible Class in 1994 to reflect the growth of services and resources we offer to friends worldwide.
Support comes from the gifts of those who are helped by the ministry and who desire to have a part in upholding RBC's purpose.
Interesting Footnote:
From the moment Dr. De Haan founded RBC Ministries, he believed he could trust God to set the pace of growth. Though he occasionally made financial needs known in newsletters, he vowed not to let "needs" get in the way of "message" nor to use proceeds to develop an elaborate superstructure.
Research Analysis
Transparency Grade [ Back to top ]
| Transparency Grade of : A |
| Criteria category | Grade | Other Comments |
| Timeliness: | 100 | 10/21/2011 5:57:01 PM: Organization made financial information available less than 5 ½ months after their fiscal year end. |
| Financial Information: | 100 | 10/21/2011 5:57:07 PM: Organization provided all financial information requested. Information was clear and thorough. |
| Foundational Clarity: | 100 | 10/21/2011 5:57:15 PM: Descriptive information was abundant and thorough. |
| Level of Cooperation: | 100 | 10/21/2011 5:57:23 PM: Answers to questions were thorough. |
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MinistryWatch.com 5 Star Financial Efficiency Ratings [ Back to top ]
| Ranking Category | Rating | Overall Rank | Educational Media Sector |
|---|
| Overall Efficiency Rating |  | 80 of 348 | 10 of 38 |
| Fund Acquisition Decision |  | 80 of 348 | 10 of 38 |
| Resource Allocation Decision | | of 348 | 8 of 38 |
| Asset Utilization Decision | | of 348 | 8 of 38 |
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