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BRIEF HISTORY: The Good Shepherd Baptist Church Bible Academy is a Christian Leadership School that was initiated in 1999 under the leadership of Pastor Clarence Moore. Sis. Roberta J. Hatcher serves as the dean and the Christian Education Committee serves as the Board of Trustees. The Sunday School Publishing Board of the National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc. certifies the Bible Academy and the instructors. The purpose of the Bible Academy is to provide Bible-based and life enriching courses to individuals within the church and the community. Currently, there are 14 certified courses available. Persons who satisfactorily complete the courses receive certificates during a school-closing program. An individual may earn a Christian Education diploma from the Sunday School Publishing Board by completing the specified courses.

MISSION STATEMENT: To provide Bible courses and training activities that will help believers develop into mature Christians whose learning results in responsible living.

EVANGELISTIC ACTIVITIES:
1. Classes available for adults and teenagers in the community.
2. Annual community-wide Bible Academy open house and orientation program.
3. Annual community-wide school closing program
4. Provide consultations regarding Bible-based issues
5. Publicize courses through various media outlets

COURSES:
1002 – How the Bible Came To Be 2007 – Christian Stewardship
1004 – Effective Bible Reading 2023 – Creative Ways of Teaching
1007 – Introduction to the Old Testament 3007 – History of Baptists
1072 – Introduction to the New Testament 3012 – People of Color in the Bible
2005 – Christian Nurture: Discipleship 7005 – Church Evangelism

MEMBERSHIP: Adults and teenagers are encouraged to enroll in the Bible Academy in order to be equipped to carry out Jesus’ command for us to “study to show ourselves approved unto God.” The Bible Academy is open to church members and the general public. Everyone is welcome.

REGISTRATION: The Bible Academy usually offers courses during the fall and spring semesters. There is a $10.00 registration fee per course for adults and a $5.00 fee per course for teenagers. Interested persons may contact the church office at (706) 733-0341 for further information regarding the dates for course registration or to speak with the dean.