General Missionary Baptist Convention of Georgia CONGRESS OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 2018 DIVISION I: BIBLICAL STUDIES / THEOLOGY DEPARTMENT

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1 General Missionary Baptist Convention of Georgia CONGRESS OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 2018 THEME: Envisioning the Future Exceptionally as We Lead Disciples to Christ John 16:13; Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 4:12, 13; 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 DIVISION I: BIBLICAL STUDIES / THEOLOGY DEPARTMENT 1004 Effective Bible Reading (COPP) Phase 1 This course identifies the appropriate methods, approaches and other suggestions on how to read the Bible for spiritual growth and Christian maturity. Areas that will be covered include structure of the Bible, resources for study and literary styles. Textbook: How to Study and Teach the Bible, Scruggs, SSPB Rev. Jimmie Mikell* Savannah, Georgia 1007 Introduction to the Old Testament (COPP) Phase 1 This course will survey the Old Testament. Included in this survey will be a general overview of the divisions, time periods, places, events, people and archaeology of the Old Testament section of the Bible. Textbook: Survey of the Old Testament, Benware, Moody Rev. James Walker* 1072 Introduction to the New Testament (COPP) Phase 1 This course will survey the New Testament. Included in this survey will be a general overview of the divisions, time periods, places, events, people and archaeology of the New Testament section of the Bible. Textbook: Survey of the New Testament, Benware, Moody Rev. Carl Wardlaw* Lyons, Georgia 1075 The Synoptic Gospels (COPP) Phase 2 This course will focus on the Synoptic Gospels Matthew, Mark and Luke. Students will study the life and ministry of Jesus Christ as portrayed by these three writers. Textbook: The Synoptic Gospels, Revised and Expanded: An Introduction, Nickle, Westminster/John Knox Press Rev. Roderick Baptiste* 1079 Survey of John (COPP) Phase 3 This course will focus on the fourth gospel and its uniqueness. Students will identify the specific features that characterize John s gospel and that distinguishes it from the Synoptic Gospels, with emphasis on John's writings and ministry of Jesus Christ. Textbook: The Gospel of John, Volumes 1 & 2, Daily Study Bible, Barclay, Westminster Rev. Marcus Hunter* Lawrenceville, Georgia

2 1081 The Teachings of Jesus This course will focus on the instructional ministry of Jesus as described in all four gospels. Textbook: All the Teachings of Jesus, Lockyer, Hendrickson Publishers Dr. Timothy French* 1089 Survey of Romans (COPP) Phase 3 This course will focus on a thematic overview of major issues presented in Paul s doctrinal letter to the Roman Christians. Textbook: The Letter to the Romans, Barclay, Westminster/John Knox Press Rev. James Ramey* Monroe, Georgia 1114 Women in the New Testament This course will be a study of biblical women in the New Testament and their contributions to the growth and development of the early church. It will examine the unique roles of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist. Textbook: Every Woman in the Bible, Larry Richards, Thomas Nelson, All the Women of the Bible, Edith Deen, Book Sales, Inc. Sis. Elizabeth White* Ft. Valley, Georgia DIVISION II: CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 2007 Christian Stewardship (COPP) Phase 1 This course will cover the basic tenets of Christian Stewardship time, talent and tithe. Through a better understanding of the spiritual principles, practices and contributions that Christian stewardship makes to personal development and kingdom growth, students will more effectively manage the resources God has entrusted to them. Textbook: What in the World is Christian Stewardship? Callahan, NBPB Rev. LaCoya Day* Hamilton, Georgia 2011 Baptist Doctrine (COPP) Phase 1 This course examines, with simplicity and clarity, the basic teachings of the Baptist faith. Students will explore each doctrinal position and biblical basis for principles taught in the class. Textbook: Baptist Beliefs, Mullins, Judson Rev. Clarence Brown* Marietta, Georgia 2015 Foundation for Christian Ethics (COPP) Phase 4 This course is designed for understanding the philosophical and Christological approaches to Christian ethics. Students will engage in biblical principles for decision-making and conduct. Textbook: Christian Ethics Contemporary Issues and Options, Geisler, Baker Press Dr. Robert Dickerson*

3 2023 Creative Ways of Teaching This course will provide instruction on the different methods of teaching in the local church setting. It is designed to assist teachers in discovering new teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles. Textbook: Effective Teaching Practices for 21st Century Christian Educators, McConnell, SSPB Sis. Cynthia Jackson* 2026 The Church s Teaching Ministry to Children This course is designed to help the children s teacher become better equipped in the art of teaching. Matters such as maintaining attention and encouraging involvement will be discussed. Textbook: Follow Me As I Follow Christ: A Guide to Teaching Children in Church, Dunlop, Moody Publishers Dr. Brenda Hodges Tiller* Albany, Georgia 2036 Creative Activities in Guiding Children This course will assist teachers in using interactive activities, such as writing, art, music, dance and poetry, to promote biblical learning for children. Textbook: The Christian Educator s Handbook for Children s Ministry: How to Reach and Teach the Next Generation, From Birth to Age 12, Choun and Lawson, Baker/Revell Sis. Kelda Cubit* 2080 Missionary Education in the Church This course will introduce ways to incorporate missionary ministries into the total education program of the local church. Students will learn how to plan both missionary conferences and classes on the work of missions. Textbook: The Missionary Worker s Manual, Harvey, SSPB, God s Missionary People, Van Engen, Baker Dr. Margaret Taylor* Albany, Georgia 2097 Rethinking Christian Education for Contemporary Innovations This course will examine the current trends, methodologies and practices in Christian education to determine their validity and alliance with scripture. Dr. Roberta Hatcher* Augusta, Georgia DIVISION III: DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY / THEOLOGY 3007 History of Baptists (COPP) Phase 3 This course will examine the roots of the Baptist faith. Students will study the historical development of the Baptist denomination. Textbook: A History of Baptists, Torbett, Judson Rev. Ronald Toney*

4 3008 Theology and History of Christianity (COPP) Phase 2 This course will outline the development of the Christian movement from the beginning of Jesus ministry on earth to present times. Students will focus on the culture and times that enable Christianity to spawn and grow. Prominent persons who impacted the Christian movement will be identified. Textbook: A History of Christianity, Johnson, Touchstone Book, Simon & Schuster Rev. Henry Baptiste* Augusta, Georgia 4001 Basic Christian Beliefs This course will focus on questions regarding historical and contemporary Christian faith. Students will explore the beliefs and interpretations of the faith and will be guided to develop a personal Christian belief system and life-purpose statement. Textbook: Fundamentals of Our Faith, Hobbs, Broadman Rev. Andrea Osborne* Guyton, Georgia 4012 The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit (COPP) Phase 2 Students will study the person and work of the Holy Spirit. This course will include a thorough look at the corresponding doctrines that impact our understanding of the work of the Holy Spirit. Textbook: The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit, Torrey, Zondervan Rev. Ronnie Gantt* Athens, Georgia DIVISION IV: LEADERSHIP, DISCIPLESHIP AND CHURCH ADMINISTRATION 5006 Leadership in the Local Church This course will examine the need for leadership in the local church. God s mandate for leadership throughout the Scriptures will be the main thrust. Textbook: The Dynamics of Church Leadership, Malphurs, Baker Dr. William Flippin* Stockbridge, Georgia 5009 Group Leadership This course will teach students how to effectively organize church members for ministry. Emphasis will be placed on recruitment, assignment, delegation, documentation, evaluation and follow-up. Rev. W. J. Lawson* 5012 Becoming an Effective Deacon This course is designed to assist deacon in becoming aware of his biblical base. The student taking this course will be presented with ideas that will enable him to more effectively perform his duties. Textbook: The Baptist Deacon, Naylor, Broadman Press Dea. Clarence Hicks*

5 5013 The Layman as a Leader and Steward This course is designed to place emphasis on the role and responsibility of laymen for the church, community and world. Textbook: The Trust: God s Plan for a Successful Lifestyle of Stewardship, Roll, Hensley Publishing Dea. Keith Mitchell* 5015 The Role of the Deacon s Wife/Deaconess This course is designed to assist the deacon s wife/deaconess in becoming aware of how she can be of assistance to the work of the deacon. Textbook: The Work of the Deacon and Deaconess, Nichols, Judson Dr. Mary L. Hicks* 5017 The Mission and Ministry of the Church Students enrolled in this course will study and outline the purpose and program of the church. They will discover how to develop a mission statement for their church, using biblical principles. The will identify Christ-centered programs that are age-appropriate and complement the programs of the church. Rev. Ellis Carswell* Montrose, Georgia 6003 The Work of the Church Trustee The purpose of this course is to focus on the responsibilities of trustees. Students will be introduced to the work and role of trustees in the church. This course will explore and define duties of trustees, including management, building maintenance and fiscal controls. Textbook: The Work of the Church Trustee, Tibbetts, Judson Press Rev. Chester M. Hayes* 6013 Organizing the Church for Christian Education (COPP) Phase 4 This course will focus on the various administrative and organizational skills needed to direct the Christian Education department. Textbook: Christian Education Handbook: A Revised and Completely Updated Edition, Powers, Broadman/Holman Sis. Sonja J. Lacy* Snellville, Georgia 6021 Spiritual Formation (COPP) Phase 1 This course is designed to enable people to mature in their Christian walk. It will focus on a creative and dynamic approach to nurturing people from children to spiritually mature adults to become better disciples for Jesus Christ. Textbook: Spiritual Formations as If the Church Mattered, Wilhoit, Baker Rev. Eddie L. Bright*

6 7001 Building Healthy Churches This course is designed to help leaders in local churches understand the importance of being a healthy church in the community. Various biblical principles will be studied to effectively move a stagnate ministry to a flourishing congregation. Textbook: Evangelism and Discipleship in African American Churches, June and Parker, Zondervan Rev. Roscoe Perry* Appling, Georgia 7005 Christian Evangelism (COPP) Phase 3 This course is designed to teach the basic steps in developing a program of evangelism. Students will discover the appropriate Scriptures, methods and techniques to use in order to witness to the non-believer. Textbook: Evangelism Witnessing Ministry, Thomas, SSPB Rev. James Davis* 7011 Developing a Discipleship Ministry This course is designed to assist the local church leader in recruiting the proper people and utilizing tools to build an effective discipleship ministry. The course will provide a view of various models of discipleship ministries. Textbook: Christian Discipleship, Collins, Hensley Publishing Rev. Corey Neal* 7024 Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts (COPP) Phase 2 This course is designed to help students become whom God has uniquely made them to be. In this course, students will work through a spiritual gift assessment that will help them discover their spiritual gift(s). Discovering their spiritual gift(s) will prepare them to move into a meaningful area of service where they best fit into the body of Christ. Textbook: What You Do Best in the Body of Christ: Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts, Personal Style and God-Given Passion, Bugbee, Zondervan Dr. Albertine L. Marshall* Stone Mountain, Georgia 8014 The Church s Ministry to Youth This course is designed to help church leaders and youth workers develop a viable youth ministry. Students will discover ways to assess the needs of youth, plan and implement programs to address those needs and evaluate youth ministry programs. Textbook: What I Wish My Youth Leader Knew About Youth Ministry, Nappa, Standard Publishing Rev. Michael P. Dickerson* Claxton, Georgia 8015 The Work of the Youth Director This course is designed to acquaint the youth director with the work of the youth department. The organizational structure, goals and objectives, as well as available resources, will be the focus of the study. Textbook: Youth Ministry Handbook, McDowell, Word Publishing Rev. Bobby Berryman* and Sis. Peggy Berryman Royston, Georgia

7 8018 The Ministry of Church Ushering This course is designed to teach the basic elements of ushering in the church. Students will learn the basic signs, positions and post locations commonly used in ushering within the church. Textbook: Usher s Manual, Parrott, Zondervan and Door Keepers, Eason, Kyker Sis. Brenda Eason* 8055 The Church s Response to the 21st Century This course will help students recognize 21st Century challenges (moral, doctrinal, etc.) facing the church. Students will be lead the into a Scripture search and discussion so that biblical and Christian resolve might be embraced. Dr. Ralph W. Huling * Midland, Georgia 8066 Christianity and Contemporary Issues (COPP) Phase 4 This course will challenge students to identify and confront contemporary issues. Students will look at issues that affect the church, home and community. They will be encouraged to think through practical solutions and approaches to immediate and emerging social and ecclesiological concerns. Dr. Stanley Kimble* Fort Valley, Georgia 9004 Writing Techniques I (COPP) Phase 2 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 to complete the writing assignments. Skills that will be mastered range from the development of topic sentences to thesis-driven essays. Textbook: A Pocket Style Manual, 3rd Edition, Hacker, St. Martin Dr. Evelyn Baker-Dandy* Savannah, Georgia 9008 Public Speaking This course will identify the process and principles for writing speeches and delivering them in public. Students will learn basic verbal and nonverbal communication skills that will enable them to effectively communicate with audiences of all sizes. Textbook: From Dull to Dynamic: Transforming Your Presentations, Boyd and Boyd, Professional Press Rev. Millicent West* Augusta, Georgia 9014 Introduction to Sign Language Students will be introduced to the mechanics of speaking to the deaf using American Sign Language. Students will learn the alphabet and how to form words with their hands. Textbook: Sign Language for Everyone, Rice, Thomas Nelson Sis. Janet Hill Decatur, Georgia

8 9024 The Computer in the Life of the Church This course is designed for pastors, office workers, Christian educators and others who want to utilize computer technology in the church. Issues in administration, setting up computer labs, tutorials on Bible study, as well as membership record keeping will be covered in this course. Textbook: 40 Days and 40 Bytes: Making Computers Work for You and Your Congregation, Siegel, Armstrong and Bill, The Alban Institute Rev. Keith McIntosh* Warner Robins, Georgia DIVISION V: YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT DIVISION Director Rev. J. Ricardo Smith Athens, Georgia Assistant Director Sis. Natalie Lett Athens, Georgia Purpose The purpose of the GMBC Youth and Young Adult Division is to enhance the Congress of Christian Education by providing innovative, age-appropriate environments for young people to worship and study God's Word. Strategy Our strategy is to utilize biblical teaching, creative arts, interactive rap sessions and transformative worship experiences to empower young people for Christian living. Courses for Pre-Teens/Teens, ages Y101 - Let s Get Social This class is designed to discuss the appropriate and inappropriate use of social media and modern technology. Sis. Valerie Simmons Thomson, Georgia Y102 - Real Talk This class is designed to discuss solutions for overcoming real life issues and struggles from a biblical perspective. Sis. Jaclyn Brown Athens, Georgia Courses for Teens, ages Y201 - Main Thing or Side Thing This class is designed to teach youth the importance of prioritizing their relationships with Christ above everything and everyone. Pastor John Lacy Riverdale, Georgia

9 Y202 - Real Talk This class is designed to discuss solutions for overcoming real life issues and struggles from a biblical perspective. Pastor Darius Moore Y203 - Let's Get Social This class is designed to discuss the appropriate and inappropriate use of social media and modern technology. Pastor Nick Fairley Courses for Teens, ages Y301 - Real Talk This class is designed to discuss solutions for overcoming real life issues and struggles from a biblical perspective. Pastor Tyrese Ivey Y302 - Grow Up! This class is designed to teach biblical principles for spiritual growth. Rev. Terrell Dassau Y303 - Love and Hip-Hop (Teen Dating) This class is designed to teach teens how to overcome the negative influences of our modern society from a perspective. Minister Patrick and Sis. Lea Toney Young Adult Courses, ages YAS - Success God's Way This class is designed to teach young adults how to pursue their vision and career goals from a Christian perspective. Dr. Richard Flippin YAS - Real Talk This class is designed to discuss solutions for overcoming real life issues and struggles from a biblical perspective. Mrs. Leticha Word

10 YAS - Dating and Relationships This class is designed to teach young adults how to develop healthy relationships with the opposite sex. Minister Malcham Seals Decatur, Georgia Wednesday Worship Service Preacher Pastor Alexander Gibson Wednesday Question and Answer Session Pastor Paul Little Sis. Natalie Lett Minister Malcham Seals DIVISION VI: CHILDREN S DIVISION Ages 12 and Under Director Sis. Beverly Turner Gainesville, Georgia Assistant Director Sis. Wanda Chaplin Savannah, Georgia Instructors Sis. Barbara Baker Savannah, Georgia Sis. Tamira Butts Gainesville, Georgia Sis. Claudena Dudley Savannah, Georgia Sis. Mary Lumpkin Sis. Anglia Clay Groveland, Georgia Speaker Sis. Beverly Turner Gainesville, Georgia Class Topics and Ages #9400 I Want to Follow Jesus Ages 5 6 #9401 I Want to Be Just Like Jesus Ages 7 8 #9401 The 12 Apostles Ages 9 10 #9402 The 12 Apostles Ages 11 12

11 DIVISION VII: MINISTERS WIVES SEMINAR Coordinators Sis. Betty Hope Athens, Georgia Sis. Altamese Morgan Valdosta, Georgia Morning Seminar 9600 Challenging Ministers Wives: What it Means to Be a Minister s Wife Sis. Takeisha Freeland Afternoon Seminar Ministers Wives Leading Disciples to Christ Sis. Takeisha Freeland Sis. Betty Hope Sis. Altamese Morgan DIVISION VIII: MINISTER S DIVISION Director Dr. Richard B. Haynes Lilburn, Georgia Seminar I Seminar II Managing Effective Stewardship This course is designed to provide instruction to pastors and associate ministers in biblical principles for managing ministry resources in order to achieve kingdom objectives. Rev. Georgina Washington Lilburn, Georgia What Every Pastor Needs to Know This course will outline the development of the Christian movement beginning with Jesus ministry on earth to today s post-modern church era, with emphasis on Baptist historical and theological development. Pastor Jayson Haynes Winder, Georgia Seminar III Ministry Intensity Developing Effective Ministry This course is designed to move pastors toward more effective and efficient ministry through exploring the relationship between the Apostle Paul and Timothy and a model of mentor/mentee, teacher/pupil or father/son relationship. Rev. Steven Samuels Gainesville, Georgia

12 Seminar IV Seminar V Preaching an Unchanging Gospel in an Ever-Changing World This class is designed to aid pastors and preachers in preaching uncompromising sermons in our contemporary times through the use of available resources that are doctrinally sound and reliable. Rev. Richard Hall Savannah, Georgia New Pastors and Future Candidates This class is designed for those pastors with five years or less experience in pastoral ministry and for those seeking to become a pastor. Emphasis will be placed on developing healthy pastor-peer relationships, helping young preachers with pastoral aspirations identify strengths and weaknesses, and developing a partnering/pairing guide for vacant churches. Instructor TBA DIVISION IX: WORSHIP ARTS Director Dr. Jeffrey Coleman Decatur, Georgia Assistant Directors Rev. Cortez Harris Rev. Marque Johnson Savannah, Georgia Mission: to provide the saints with knowledge of and techniques of many of forms of music and fine arts, which can create an awareness of God, usher in the mood for worship and unite the worshippers in a worship experience. Vision: The Worship Arts Division is designed that we might understand the theology and practice of worship and explore the many art forms that can be used in worship. The aim is to grow the participants area of experience and to expand their knowledge base of the Worship Arts and how the Worship Arts can be effectively used during worship services. It is also desirable that participants grow spiritually and leave with new ideas to strengthen themselves, their ministries and churches. When registering for courses in this division students are to select one of the seminars listed below for your morning session AND one of the workshops listed as an afternoon session. Afternoon workshops are designed to give participants interactive experiences in displaying gifts and talents through various forms of worship through arts.

13 Course Offerings 8:00 9:45 a.m. (Select one of the seminars listed below.) WA101 We ve Come to Worship Him: Approaching God Through Worship The purpose of this class is to provide a clear understanding of the biblical meaning and purpose of worship. Emphasis will be placed on worship as moving into the presence of God and on the different approaches and styles of worship in the African American Baptist churches of today. Dr. R.L. White WA102 The Worship Arts This course will review the historical and current roles and implementation of the arts in worship. The course will include music, dance, dress, speech, painting, sculpture, drama, mime, media presentations and other art forms used to influence worship and church life. Worship Arts Faculty WA103 Organization and Administration of Church Music Ministries This course will provide the local minister of music and church leadership with the foundational and organizational structure for meaningful church music ministry. It will also furnish the students with musical resources that are appropriate and meaningful to the congregation in worship and Christian education. Rev. Michael Sherman WA104 The Art of Accompanying This course will examine the study techniques, procedures and processes appropriate for meaningful accompaniment in a worship setting. It will present the students with creative art styles, traditional forms of music and practical applications of the instrumental forms for the occasion as a choir or individual. Bro. Ernest Chip Norman, Jr. Decatur, Georgia WA105 A Life of Worship This course is designed to help students understand the meaning of true worship and being a true worshiper. Students will study several biblical characters known for their worship of God and will become equipped with valuable, practical principles that they will be able to apply to their lives. Rev. Kimberly Mason Decatur, Georgia 2:00 3:45 p.m. (Select one of the sessions listed below.) Congress Choir Instructor: Bro. Ehren Owens Musicians: Bro. Jarron Sullivan and Bro. Ernest Chip Norman, Jr.

14 Praise Team Instructors: Sis. Kristy Bennett and Minister Bernard Williams Dance/Mime Instructors: Bro. Kenneth Rozier and Sis. Taryn Carter-Wyche Drama Instructor: Sis. Gail Snell