Library

Library Resources and Online NBC Resources:
All materials in the SOFBI Library are reference and cannot be checked out at this time.Â
SOFBI has partnered with The Nazarene Bible College (NBC).  The introduction of online training to SOFBI brings the opportunity for access to Nazarene’s online library resources for residential students.  As part of the Nazarene library, SOFBI students will have access to full-text online journal databases, and other library resources.
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Library Orientation and Training:
The Librarian will train students and faculty on using the resources. We will use the Computer Lab for most training.  Faculty can make an appointment to have their students trained on:

  • Library Orientation
  • APA Study Manual
  • Online Databases

Please let the Librarian know if there are other training needs.

Library Conduct:
Students are expected to observe library rules and regulations.  There will be no food or drink (except water) in the library. Children cannot be left in the library while a student attends class.
Please be respectful of other researchers and keep noise to a minimum.

Hours of Operation          Â
Tuesday – 5:00pm to 6:45pm
Wednesday – 5:00pm to 6:30pm

For an appointment email the Librarian at:  simswoodj@yahoo.com

Other Local Libraries:
SOFBI students can use other libraries.  Several schools in the area offer a wide selection of Christian and Theological reference materials and provide public access. Please check with each library directly for information about specific services and hours of operation.

Washington Bible College
6511 Princess Garden Parkway Lanham, MD
(301) 552-1400 x1231		 Howard University School of Divinity
1400 Shepherd Street, NE
Washington, DC
(202) 806-0760

Book Donations:
The Library is accepting books which support the curriculum offered by SOFBI.   SOFBI is an Affiliate Member of the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) and follows the guidelines for ABHE institutions.

Please see the Librarian for a list of ABHE Recommended Books.  ABHE Recommended Books include books on the bible as a whole, Old and New Testament, biblical languages, missions, Christian theology, church history, Christian life, practical theology, Christian education and Bible commentaries.