2024 Congress Courses & Instructors
DEPARTMENT OF BIBLICAL STUDIES 1000
1007 – Survey of the Old Testament / Rev. Tracy Cox
Survey the Old Testaments. Included in this survey will be a general overview of the division, times places with emphasis on the nation of Israel, events, people, and archaeology of the Old Testament.
1075 Synoptic Gospels / Sis. Barbara Curry
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 apostles. Through this comparative study, students will gain a more comprehensive understanding of Jesus ministry.
DEPARTMENT OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 2000
2007 – Christian Stewardship / Rev. Alfonso Adkins
This course will cover the basic tenets of Christian stewardship, talent, and tithe. Through a better understanding of the spiritual principles, practices, and contributions that Christian stewardship makes to personality development and kingdom growth, the student will more effectively manage the resources with which God has blessed him.
2011– Baptist Doctrine/ Rev. Jimmy Steward
Examine with simplicity and clarity the basic teaching of the Baptist faith. Explore each doctrinal position and the basis for each doctrinal position taught in the class.
2014 – Teaching Baptist Doctrine for Children / Sis. Mildred Ford
Acquaint children with the biblical basis for Baptist faith and practice. Learn how to use language and logic best suited for the maturity level of the students.
2039 Children Learning to Worship / Sis. Aundrea High
Equip children and other children in basic practices of worship, prayer, scriptures, music the Lord Supper and Baptism.
2041 - Children in the Church - Sis. Pat Hobson
Instruct children workers on how to effectively engage children in worship as participants.
2053 - Understanding Christian Dating – Why Wait? / Sis. Joyce Washington
Explore topics such as dating , choices, and self- control. Educate the students on how to deal with feelings and emotions while building healthy, spiritual, social lives and relationships.
2078 - Intro to Black Lights Worshop / Sis. Eddie Hill/ Victoria Robinson
This workshop provides activities that include music, skits, puppetry, and mime. Christian videos, and much more such as poetry, writing, arts, and others.
2079 Music in Christian Education- Bro. & Sis. Walter Zinn
This Course Is Designed to Explore the Use of Music As An Integral Part Of The Christian Education Program. Students Will Identify the Various Types of Music That Can Be Used In Christian Education, Including Hymns, Anthems, Gospels, And Others.
***DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY 3000
3021 - God's Rules Rule/ Sis. Jacqueline Johnson
This class will assist the student in learning God's main rules (The Ten Commandments) and how they should govern their lives. The children will learn each commandment and what it means for his or her life. The goal is to help each child form a strong moral and ethical framework for the future.
DEPARTMENT OF BIBLICAL STUDIES 5000
5004 – Principles of Pastoral Leadership / Rev. Leory Jones
Focus on the shepherd quality prevalent in the pastoral ministry. Reflect on how the Pastoral Epistles can be used as guidelines and directions for effective pastoral leadership.
5012 –Becoming an Effective Deacon/ Rev. Dr. Ronnie Tucker Sr.
Assist the deacon in becoming aware of his biblical base . Ideas are given that will enable them to perform their duties and work harmoniously with the pastor and other church leaders more effectively
DEPARTMENT OF CHURCH ADMINISTRATION 6000
6002 – Church Administration : Membership to Disciples / Dr. Stanley McCrary
Reveal the distinct method of administration in the black churches. Explore those methods, evaluate them in light of present-day situations, and suggest a pattern for today. Seek to show sources of potential pitfalls for the pastor who attempts to be the real pastor of his church. Discuss relationships in the church and how a pastor can strengthen those relationships to the glory of God.
6013 – Organizing the Church for Christian Education/ Dr. Sis. Sharon Weems **
Focus on the various administrative and organizational skills needed to organize the Christian education department. emphasis placed on structure, leadership, and staffing needs for Christian education.
DEPARTMENT OF CHURCH GROWTH AND DISCIPLESHIP 7000
7023 - Organizing Your Association for Ministry and Outreach / Rev. Joe L. Peoples
Identify ministry needs and opportunities within the association’s geographical location, Address organization, planning, recruitment, and implementation of relevant ministries.
DEPARTMENT OF CHURCH MINISTRIES 8000
8017 - The Ministry of Church Ushering/ Sis. Yvette Rice
This course is designed to teach the ministry of ushering in the church. Students will also learn the basic signs, positions, and post locations commonly used in ushering within the church.
8035 – The African American Church and Social Justice / Rev. Donald Anderson
Looking at the lives, theology, and methods of the great servants of God who dedicated their lives in the struggle for the liberation of people. Discuss the roles of the African – American church in the struggle for the Liberation of people.
8064 – The Challenge of Being Christian in America / Rev. Timothy Brinkley
Helping students to understand the facts about America and the pseudo- Christian values that fail most of the population. Challenge to strengthen the faith of the believers in Christ while working toward making a Christian difference in American.
8088- Laymen Dealing with the Issues Facing the Black Community/Bro. Orlando Trainer
Focus on issues and problems of the local church community. Discuss and develop appropriate laymen responses to the needs of the local church.
8010- Junior Laymen’s on the Move Ministry/ Dr. Rev. Randy L. Conley
Teach students how to organize a junior laymen’s ministry within the local church, district association and state.
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