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Brief History of Koinonia College of Theology

Established in 2004, Koinonia College of Theology was the fulfillment of Bishop Dr. Rev. Joseph Hiwale’s 40-year vision to train effective ministers for the Great Commission. Under the leadership of its President, Pastor Benjamin Hiwale, the college began in a rented building in Nigdi, Pune, initially offering a Diploma in Theology. Over the years, the institution expanded its academic reach by introducing a three-year Bachelor of Theology degree in 2011 and moving to a dedicated new building during the 2014–2015 academic year. To date, Koinonia has graduated more than 150+ students who are actively fulfilling the school’s mission to handle the word of God rightly. These alumni are now making a significant impact across the globe, with many shepherding churches, teaching in theological colleges, or serving in various Christian organizations.

Mission

We train men and women, imparting them with theological reflection, missional passion, and godly leadership skills to transform and impact lives through the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Vision

Equipping the people of God for His service (Ephesians 4:11).

Aims & Objectives

Koinonia College of Theology is dedicated to preparing men and women in the following three areas:

Academic Excellence

To provide rigorous training in:

Biblical studies and theology.
Christian ministry and history.
Current religious and cultural trends.

Ministerial Development

To effectively preach, teach, and interpret the Word of God.
To mold students into Christ-like servant leaders.

Personal Growth

To develop holistic character that positively impacts both the church and society.
To raise godly leaders who maintain a healthy balance between family, ministry, and social relationships.
To empower leaders to serve as role models within their communities.

Facilities & Student Life

Located in the Pune Center building, KCOT offers modern facilities designed to enhance the learning experience:

Academic

Well-equipped library, computer lab, and spacious classrooms with audio-visual aids.

Residential

Comfortable dormitory accommodations and quality food.

Community

Opportunities for preaching, recreation, worship, and fellowship.

Academic Programs

Our curriculum offers a comprehensive balance of biblical studies, Christian doctrine, history, and practical ministry. Courses include Old and New Testament, Biblical Mission, Systematic Theology, and Pastoral Care.

Program	Duration	Eligibility
Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.)	3 Years	10+2 (High School)
Diploma in Theology (Dip.Th.)	2 Years	10th Grade + Field Experience
Certificate in Biblical Studies	1 Year	Contact Office for details

Our Faculty

Our faculty members are experienced educators trained at leading Indian seminaries. They are committed to maintaining high academic standards while nurturing the spiritual formation of every student.

Mithun Borde, M.Th. (Ph.D. Candidate)

Mithun specializes in New Testament studies and
Biblical Greek, with a focus on accurate
Bible interpretation. His teaching also covers the practical
side of ministry, including Leadership,
Management, and Practical Ministry subjects.

Praveen Hiwale, M.Div.

Praveen focuses on the Old Testament and
Biblical Hebrew. His expertise spans
Biblical and Systematic Theology,
Christian Ethics, and the foundational discipline of
Spiritual Formation.

Sam Raiborde, M.Th.

Sam focuses on the pastoral and communicative aspects of ministry. He specializes in
Christian Counseling and
Pastoral Care, alongside teaching the art of
Homiletics and the study of
Church History.