Fresno Missionary Baptist Institute and Seminary

Fresno Missionary Baptist Institute and Seminary (FMBI) was established by the First Missionary Baptist Church of Fresno on September 10, 1978, under the leadership of Dr. Burel G Burnes. FMBI offers training courses for ministers and Christian workers. Currently, the school offers many courses in Christian education and theology including Biblical language courses. FMBI's current president is also Pastor of the First Missionary Baptist Church in Fresno, Dr. David M. Butimore Sr.