Bible Academy 

Spring Semester IN-PERSON and HYBRID Classes at Good Shepherd Baptist Church

March 4, 2024 – May 31, 2024

Online Pre-Registration – February 4, – February 29, 2024

In-person Registration at the church is open until the first session of each class

ABOUT US: The Bible Academy is a church-based 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 sessions and required work. Students may take courses for self-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 Hatcher or 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 29, 2024. 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 2024 Student Evaluation Form


STEP 1:  REVIEW   BIBLE  ACADEMY  COURSE  DESCRIPTIONS   SPRING  SESSION 2024




1044 – Survey of Isaiah (HYBRID)
Instructor:  Sis. Helen Brown

This course will cover the first thirty-nine chapters
of the book of Isaiah. Students will review the works
of Uzziah, Jotham, and Ahaz, and the reign of Hezekiah.
This period reflects the role of Israel’s enemy Assyria
and presents the Lord as mighty Ruler and King.

Class Dates: Mar. 18, 25, and Apr. 1, 8, 15
Class Day/Time: Mondays, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Textbook: Interpreting Isaiah (H. M. Wolf)




1091 – Survey of 1 Corinthians
Instructor:   Dr. Craig Beasley

This course will examine the book of 1 Corinthians     
with emphasis on the date, authorship, themes, and
general content. Students will reflect on some of the
significant problems that challenged the church as
addressed by Paul.

Class Dates: Apr. 11, 18, 25, and May 9, 16, 23
Class Day/Time: Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Textbook: The Letters to the Corinthians (W. Barclay)




1112 – Survey of Revelation – COPP (HYBRID)
Instructor: Dr. Henry Baptiste

This course will explore the book of Revelation, with
emphasis on authorship, date, theme, and recipients.
Students will discuss the prophetic themes, symbols,
and interpretations of various revelations.

Class Dates: Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and May 7
Class Day/Time: Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Textbook:  The Revelation of John – Volume One (W. Barclay)


2007 – Christian Stewardship - COPP
Instructor: Sis. Joyce Murry

This course will cover the basic tenets of Christian
stewardship---time, talent, and tithe. Students will
begin to understand how to effectively manage their
resources through a better understanding of the spiritual
principles, practices, and contributions of Christian
stewardship.


Class Dates: Apr. 2, 16, 23, 30 and May 7
Class Day/Time: Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Textbook: Giving to God: The Bible’s Good News About
Living a Generous Life (M. A. Powell)

2023– Creative Ways of Teaching
Instructor:  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.

Class Dates: Mar. 9, 16,  and 30
Class Day/Time: Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.– 12:30 noon
Textbook:  Effective Teachings Practice 21st Century
Christian Educators (Dr. Mary McConnell)

9004 – Writing Techniques I - COPP
Instructor: Elizabeth Johnson

This course will focus on the Certificate of Progress
Program writing requirements for Phase 2. Emphasis
will be placed on the development of the skills
necessary for students to complete the writing
assignments. Skills that students will master range
from the development of paragraph/topic sentences
to thesis-driven essays. This course is for individuals
 who wish to improve writing skills.

Class Dates: Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28, and Apr. 4
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: 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 and
Keynote), database apps (Excel, Numbers, Access) social
media apps (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.) and other
learning management systems (Thinkific, Google Classrooms,
etc.).

Class Dates: Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26, and Apr. 2
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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