Bible Academy 

Spring Semester IN-PERSON and HYBRID Classes

1714 Olive Road Augusta, GA 30904

Spring Semester: March 10, 2025 – May 31, 2025


Online Pre-Registration – February 11th- March 4, 2025

In-Person (ONLY) Bible Academy Courses: Registration open until first class session.
The Zoom link will be provided to students in Hybrid Courses.


ABOUT US: The Bible Academy is a church-based Christian Leadership School that was organized in 1999 and is nationally accredited through the Sunday School Publishing Board of the National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc. All participants will receive a national course card upon completion of class sessions and the required work. Students may take courses for spiritual enhancement or work toward a national Diploma of Christian Education through the Certificate of
Progress Program (COPP), which is offered through the Bible Academy. The Registration fee is $25.00 per course. Contact Dean Roberta J. Hatcher or Dean of Record, Rev. Rhonda Daigs at christed@goodshepherdaugusta.org or visit www.sspbnbc.com for more information regarding the COPP.

All Spring Semester courses will be presented in person at Good Shepherd Baptist Church. Hybrid classes (in-person and students on Zoom) are indicated below. Individuals may register online, at the church, or use the enclosed Mail-in Registration Form to send their registration information and check or money order for fees to Good Shepherd Baptist Church, P.O. Box 141 Augusta, GA 30903 by February 28, 2025. Confirmation of online registration will be provided. If you have questions regarding your registration, please contact Dean Roberta Hatcher or Dean of Record, Rev. Rhonda Daigs at Good Shepherd for assistance. Following registration and payment of fees, enrolled students will be contacted by the instructors prior to the start of the courses.

Textbooks may be ordered from https://www.sspbnbc.com/ or  https://www.amazon.com/


Pastor/President – Rev. Dr. Clarence Moore
Bible Academy Dean – Dr. Roberta J. Hatcher
Dean of Record  - Rev. Rhonda Daigs
Registrar – Mrs. Lakeischa Murphy


Spring 2025 Student Evaluation Form


STEP 1:  REVIEW   BIBLE  ACADEMY  COURSE  DESCRIPTIONS  SPRING SESSION 2025




1050 – Survey of Daniel (HYBRID)
Instructor: Rev. Craig Beasley

Study this major prophetic book, which is designed
to emphasize the truth that God is in control of world
history.  The Lord directs the forces of nature, the
destiny of nations, and the care of people. Witness the
work of God and find security in His sovereignty.

Dates: Mar. 15, 22, 29, and Apr. 5, 12, 19
Class Day/Time: Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Textbook: Daniel’s Prophecies Unsealed (James T. Harman)



1094 – Survey of Ephesians
 Instructor:   Veronica Harris

This course will focus on the book of Ephesians, with
emphases on the authorship, date, and recipients of
this letter.  This letter, while confirming the role of Christ
in the church, also highlights responsible Christian living
and unity in Christ.  

Dates: Apr. 17,24, May 1, 8, 15
Class Day/Time: Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Textbook: Letter to the Galatians and Ephesians
(William Barclay)            




1072 – Survey of the New Testament – COPP
Instructor: Dr. Henry Baptiste

This course will engage in a general overview of the divisions,
Time periods, places, events, people, and archaeology of the
New Testament sections of the Bible.

Class Dates: Mar. 11, 18, 25, Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Class Day/Time: Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Textbook:  – Survey of the New Testament (Paul N. Benware)    

2011 – Baptist Doctrine - COPP
Instructor:  Rev. Bernard Simmons

This course will examine with simplicity and clarity
The basic teachings of the Baptist faith.  Explore each
doctrinal position and the basis for each doctrinal
position taught in class.

Class Dates: Mar. 10, 17, 24, 31 and Apr 7
Class Day/Time: Mondays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Textbook: Baptist Beliefs (Edgar Y. Mullins)
                             


2023– Creative Ways of Teaching
Instructor:  Sis. Beatrice Brown

This course is designed to share information that
will enhance and maximize the teaching/learning
process, thereby leading to a more effective
teaching ministry.

Dates: Apr. 26, and May 3, 10
Class Day/Time: Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.– 12:30 noon
Textbook:  Effective Teachings Practice 21st Century
Christian Educators (Dr. Mary McConnell)




6021– Spiritual Formation - COPP (HYBRID)
Instructor: Rev. Rhonda Daigs

This course will enable people to mature in their
Christian walks. Focus on a creative and dynamic
Approach to nurturing people from children to mature
Adults—to become better disciples of Jesus Christ.
Deliberate on what it means to be Christians.

Dates: Apr. 14, 21, 28, and May 5, 12
Class Day/Time: Mondays, 6:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m.
Textbook: Spiritual Formation as if the Church Mattered
(James C. Wilhoit)

9004 – Writing Techniques II – (COPP)
Instructor: Sis. Elizabeth Johnson

This course will focus on the Certificate of Progress
Program writing requirements for Phase 3. Emphasis will be placed on the writing documented research and the development of other skills necessary to
complete the writing assignments in the phase. Help introduce the students to the library and the use of reference materials.

Class Dates: Mar. 13, 20, 27, and Apr. 3, 10
Class Day/Time: Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Textbook: The Elements of Style (W. Strunk, Jr.)

9024 – Technology in the Life of the Church I – (COPP)
Instructor: Sis. Gwendolyn Watts

This course will provide an introductory training on how to use
the latest technology in Christian ministry. Students will be
 introduced to presentation apps (PowerPoint andKeynote), database apps (Excel, Numbers, Access)
 social media apps (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.) and other learning management systems
(Thinkific, Google Classrooms, etc.).

Class Dates: Mar. 11, 18, 25, and Apr. 1, 8
Class Day/Time: Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Textbook: 40 Days and 40 Bytes: Making Computers Work              
For Your Church (A. Spiegel)


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