United In Faith Spence Bible College

The College is organized and operated for religious, educational, charitable, and ministry-training purposes. Its purposes include teaching the Holy Scriptures, training students for Christian service, developing ministers and church workers, granting academic Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degrees in Theology, promoting holy living, and preserving biblical doctrine in teaching and practice.

Founder & President

Bishop Otis Holloman has served under the Apostolic calling for over 55 years under the training and teachings of many great leaders. His ministry began under the leadership of Bishop McCoy and the late Bishop Perry. After many years of faithful service, he joined the St. Matthews United Apostolic Church under the leadership of the late Elder William English and Bishop Michael Bull. The Lord saw something in his life and called him to pastoralship and told him it was time to build a house. With a lot of faith and a few dollars, the Lord built the house. Cypress United Apostolic Church. The late Bishop Monroe R. Saunders, Sr. as presiding prelate of the United Church of Jesus Christ (Apostolic), INC. ordained him into the office of Elder and Overseer. In his later years of ministry, Bishop Holloman served under the leadership of Bishop Vera M. Davis and the New Apostolic Churches in Jesus Christ, Inc. where he was ordained to the office of Bishop.

Bishop Otis Holloman

Bishop Holloman has served in many capacities in the Lord’s house but has always loved teaching and expounding on the word of God. Bishop Holloman favorite scripture: God is not a man that he should lie; neither the son of man that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? Or hath he spoken and shall he not make it good, Numbers 23:19. Bishop Holloman has answered the call of God once more to provide a place where all can come and learn of the biblical teachings of Jesus Christ. United in Faith Spence Bible College is a testament to God’s word and covenant to prepare men and women for service unto God.

Our Heart & Mission

His Grace, The Honorable Bishop Roy W. Spence, gave his life to the Lord in 1955 and joined Rehoboth Church of God Apostolic under the pastorate of the late Bishop R. A. Carr. In 1965, he joined the First United Church of Jesus Christ under the pastorate of the late Chief Apostle Monroe R. Saunders, Sr.

Bishop Spence was active in the body of Christ, serving as Vice President of the Deacon Board, Vice President of the Usher Board, President of the local Men’s Department, and President of the national Men and Brotherhood Fellowship. He also served as Chairman of Transportation and Kitchen Affairs and ministered in many other areas of the church. During his leadership, he received and accepted the call to ministry and continued to serve faithfully. In 1990, he was ordained an Elder and consecrated as an Overseer through the laying on of hands by the late Bishop Willard E. Saunders, Sr.

In 1989, Reverends Roy W. and Bessie L. Spence felt led by the Lord to open Christ Temple Holiness Church. Bishop Spence served there alongside his wife as pastor for 22 years. During that time, many souls were saved, and many received the gift of the Holy Ghost. He was consecrated to the office of Bishop through the laying on of hands by the late Chief Apostle Monroe R. Saunders, Sr., Bishop William Thomas, and the College of Bishops.Bishop Roy W. Spence served as the Mid-Atlantic Diocesan Bishop for Word Harvest International under the leadership of his son, Chief Apostle Dr. J. Lemuel Spence.

Professionally, Bishop Spence was the founder and CEO of Midway Charter Coach. He was inducted into the National Who’s Who Foundation of America as an early African American pioneer in the motor coach industry. He also served on the National Safety Council Board for the American Bus Association and was a member of the Black Enterprise Association of Maryland.

Bishop Roy W. Spence dedicated his life’s work to building God’s kingdom through teaching and the practical application of God’s Word. He was influential in the establishment of churches throughout the world.

In honor of his legacy and life’s work, United in Faith Spence Bible College's mission is to equip students, ministers, church leaders, and servants of Christ through sound biblical instruction, Apostolic doctrine, spiritual formation, practical ministry training, and academic excellence.

Bishop Roy W. Spence

Bishop Roy & Bessie Spence

The mission of the College is to raise up faithful, Spirit-filled, biblically grounded leaders who will proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, defend the faith once delivered to the saints, serve local churches while strengthening communities, and advance the Kingdom of God on earth.

Academic Program Curriculms

Associate of
Biblical Studies

Bachelor of Theology

Master of Theology

A two-year program that equips students with a solid understanding of scripture, theology, and practical ministry skills. The degree emphasizes both academic study and spiritual formation, helping students apply biblical principles to personal life, ministry, and professional contexts

An undergraduate degree designed to equip students with a strong foundation in the Bible, theology, and practical ministry. It prepares graduates for further study in graduate school, or direct ministry roles such as pastor, evangelist, missionary, church planter, or biblical educator

The Master of Theology (Th.M.) is designed for those who want to enrich their understanding of Scripture’s context and original languages. Those who complete the Th.M. will be equipped for Christian discipleship, teaching ministries, or further theological education.

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A Doctor of Theology (Th.D.) equips students with advanced biblical knowledge, hermeneutical skills, theological understanding, and ministry competencies through a structured program of core courses, electives, and a dissertation or practical project

Doctorate of Theology