Leon Zimmerman is the instructor for the Biblical Interpretation and Study course, as part of the Training in Ministry program at Rosedale Bible College. Zimmerman is keenly interested in this topic and has attempted to understand and apply it in his life and ministry for the past forty years. You will quickly notice that Leon’s passion is to see the expansion of God’s reign over the whole earth but also starting in his own heart. Married, Leon and Naomi live in Gap, Pennsylvania. They have four adult children who are also involved in all kinds of endeavors. Together, Leon and Naomi have traveled to Africa, Asia, and Eastern Europe to assist the church in its growth and development. In the past, Leon and Naomi have served as missionaries in the country of Albania to see the church become completely indigenous and self-sustaining. Additionally, Leon serves as a teacher with Eastern Mennonite Missions and is working on numerous leadership training strategies for the developing church around the world. Locally, he is also involved in interim pastoral work and in providing oversight for a few churches. Leon has served many influential ministry and leadership roles throughout his journey, including as pastor and as an assistant prison chaplain. He also worked in equipment rental, carpentry, and engine mechanics. Interestingly, Leon served as a president and faculty member at Rosedale Bible College. It was during those years that Rosedale Bible College achieved accreditation with the Association for Biblical Higher Education. Leon holds a master’s degree from Evangelical Seminary in Myerstown, Pennsylvania – specialized in Old Testament, New Testament, and counseling. Also, he holds a bachelor’s degree from Lancaster Bible College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, but has studied at numerous other colleges over the years.