CBC: The Chapel
Where everyone majors in changing the world.
Catalyst Bible College is powered by Nelson University.
About Our Campus
The Chapel is a life-giving, relational church with physical locations in central Virginia. Our passion is to provide a place where you can know God, find freedom and make a difference. With multiple church campuses in both English and Spanish, students will have the opportunity to learn and grow in a variety of ministries.
Main Site
The main site of Catalyst Bible College is located in Visalia, California. Beginning in 2022, Dr. Mark Merrill and a small team set out to help men and women called to ministry graduate as close to debt-free as possible. Now, offering a variety of accredited degrees. Catalyst Bible College emphasizes a flexible learning environment. Students can engage in a hybrid model of education, combining online coursework with in-person instruction. This approach allows for a personalized educational experience, accommodating various learning styles and schedules.
Special Promotion
The first 5-7 students who enroll in an undergraduate program with CBC The Chapel will receive:
- a $250 scholarship from Catalyst Bible College
- a new laptop in the Spring of 2026*
*Must be enrolled in the Fall of 2025 and the Spring of 2026
CBC Staff
Genna Martin
CBC The Chapel Site Director | gennam@catalystbible.com
Dr. Mark Merrill
President/Founder
Dr. Mike Clarensau
Vice President of Academics
Regan Munsey
Vice President of Operations
Krysta Edwards
Director of Student Success
All Catalyst Bible College staff is available to meet with students as needed. However, your main point of contact at the CBC The Chapel site will be Genna.
