History
As a Christian organization, it was originally called the "Detroit Bible Class" when it was founded in 1938, it later became known as "Radio Bible Class". In 1994 the name was changed to RBC Ministries.
Its founder, Dr. M. R. De Haan, led the organization until 1965. Richard De Haan took over in 1965 and led the organization until 1985. Mart De Haan, son of Richard, and grandson of Martin was the president until October 5, 2011, when the presidency was handed over to his brother, Rick. Read the Change in Leadership article from The Grand Rapids Press
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