GMBC of Georgia VIRTUAL Congress of Christian Education 2021 Classes

1072 – Survey of 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: Bible, Illustrated Dictionary of the Bible, Simplified Bible Commentary Series, Wycliffe Bible Commentary, Kelli Mahoney – Christian Writer Article
Dr. David Stallion Enrollment Capacity: 25

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: No Specific Text, Various Readings

Rev. Dr. Brandon Isome          Enrollment Capacity: 25

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 (may be purchased at Amazon.com)

Mrs. Helen B. Thompson        Enrollment Capacity: 25

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 (may be purchased at Amazon.com)

Rev. Dr. Alvin Bunch   Enrollment Capacity: 25

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 (may be purchased at SSPBNBC.com)

Dr. Brenda Hodges-Tiller        Enrollment Capacity: 25

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. 

TEXTBOOK: Teaching Today’s Teachers to Teach, Griggs (may be purchased at Amazon.com)

Mrs. Cynthia Hillery-Jackson  Enrollment Capacity: 25

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. 

Rev. James Ramey      Enrollment Capacity: 25

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 (may be purchased at Amazon.com)

Minister Joice Tinsley Enrollment Capacity: 25

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 (may be purchased at Amazon.com)

Bro. Robert Dickerson Enrollment Capacity: 25

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: Church Evangelism, Terry, Thomas (may be purchased at ChristianBook.com)

Rev. James Davis         Enrollment Capacity: 25

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 (may be purchased at ChristianBook.com or Amazon.com)

Rev. Kelba Cubit          Enrollment Capacity: 25

8035 – African American Church & Social Justice

This course will investigate the lives, theology, and methods of the great servants of God who dedicated their lives in the struggle for liberation of people and will discuss the role of the African-American church in the struggle for the liberation of people.

TEXTBOOK: To Serve This Present Age: Social Justice Ministries in the Black Church, Ayers and Williams (may be purchased at Amazon.com)

Dr. Henry Baptiste      Enrollment Capacity: 25

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 led into a Scripture search and discussion so that biblical and Christian resolve might be embraced. 

TEXTBOOK: The First Century Mission and the 21st Century, Hale (may be purchased at SSPBNBC.com)

Dr. Ralph W. Huling    Enrollment Capacity: 25

8066 – Christian and Contemporary Issues (COPP) Phase 4

This course challenges the students to identify and confront contemporary issues. The 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 concern.   

TEXTBOOK: Serving with Eyes Wide Open, Livermore (may be purchased at Amazon.com)

Dr. Curtis Crocker       Enrollment Capacity: 25

9025 – The Computer in the Life of the Church II (Advanced)

This course will teach on equipping today’s church to effectively develop a technology ministry and social media ministry and to address the security and ethical challenges that must be considered with policies and procedures.

TEXTBOOK: 40 Days and 40 Bytes: Making Computers Work for You and Your Congregation, Siegel, Armstrong and Bill, The Alban Institute (may be purchased at Amazon.com)

Rev. Christine Pough   Enrollment Capacity: 25

Tuesday, Day 1           

Morning Session         Pastor Quentin Morris

Educational Focus       “Communication in Leadership–Write the Vision”

Afternoon Session      Pastor John Coar

Educational Focus       Pastoral Care & Wellness

"Healing & Hurting–Keeping Our Hearts and Minds Healthy as We Minister to Others”

Wednesday, Day 2     

Morning Session         Pastor Lonnie Slater

Educational Focus       Hermeneutics

"Not Ashamed of the Gospel–Christ-Centered Reading of Scripture”

Afternoon Session      Pastor Carlos Calhoun

Educational Focus       "To Serve the Present Age–Ministry in a Post-COVID World”

Thursday, Day 3         

Morning Session         Rev. Valerie Thompson

Educational Focus       “Evangelism–Preaching, Teaching, Reaching”