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The History Center

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Archives

The Archives, officially known as the History Center: Archives of Bethel University and Converge, serves as the repository for collections that document the unique history and culture of Bethel and its founding denomination, the Baptist General Conference, now called Converge.

Scope

The History Center’s collection scope ranges from Bethel personnel and institutional history to denominational founders, church leaders, and missionary work.

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Mission

The History Center's mission is to preserve historic and rare materials in many formats and provide access to these primary sources for researchers. The History Center supports Bethel University by preserving evidentiary records that document the school's historical pursuit of its mission: to prepare graduates to serve in strategic capacities, renew minds, live out biblical truth, transform culture, and advance the gospel.