LABI College Featured in Influence Magazine Highlighting 100 Years of Kingdom Impact

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La Puente, CA — March 2026 — LABI College has been featured in the Winter 2026 edition of Influence Magazine, the official publication of the Assemblies of God, in an article titled “Equipping the Church: LABI College marks 100 years of progress.”

Written by journalist John W. Kennedy, the feature highlights LABI’s historic legacy as the oldest Pentecostal Hispanic Bible school in the nation and its continued impact in preparing leaders for ministry, the marketplace, and global service.

The article outlines LABI’s centennial milestone, its commitment to accredited education, and its growing reach through online and Spanish-language programs now accessible in multiple states. It also highlights the institution’s role in equipping pastors, supporting Hispanic leadership development, and maintaining strong partnerships within the Southern Pacific District and beyond.

LABI President Marty Harris shared in the article the school’s continued commitment to accessibility and affordability, ensuring that students receive biblically grounded, ministry-focused education without unnecessary financial burden.

The feature also recognizes LABI’s leadership development efforts, including the significant representation of women in executive roles and the launch of initiatives such as the Grace Morales Women’s Leadership Institute.

As LABI approaches 100 years of service, this national recognition affirms its enduring mission to form leaders for the Church and the world.

The full article appears in the Winter 2026 issue of Influence Magazine and may be viewed online here: https://www.calameo.com/read/007833968bd94d8bf0e0c?page=88