99th ANNUAL SESSION OF THE BAPTIST GENERAL STATE...

99th

ANNUAL SESSION

OF THE

BAPTIST GENERAL STATE CONGRESS

OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OF ILLINOIS

Dr. L. D. Tate, Congress President

Mrs. Cherie D. Lee, Congress General Secretary

Mrs. Gloria Allison, Congress Registrar

Auxiliary of

Baptist General State Convention of Illinois

Dr. Louis E. Malone, Convention President

Dr. Peter F. Williams, General Secretary

Theme: “Solidarity with the Savior through His Witness”

Luke 24:48, John 15:26, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

August 4-8, 2014

Meeting in Springfield, Illinois at the

Abraham Lincoln Hotel & Hilton Hotel

Prairie Capital Convention Center

Course Offerings 2014

Adult delegates may select one class in each of the two (2) class sessions offered.

Classes Will Meet As Follows

Session I Session II

Monday 12:30 – 2:45 pm 3:00 – 5:15 pm

Tuesday – Thursday 8:00 – 10:00 am 2:00 – 4:15 pm

Friday 8:00 – 9:30 am 9:45 – 10:45 am

**If Schedule changes occur, participants will be notified.

King's Kids (KK – up to 12 years of age) meet during Sessions I and II.

Baptist Youth Fellowship (BYF–Youth ages 13-18) and

Young Adult Explosion (Ages 19-29) “Select” one class that will meet during Session I.

BYF and Young Adult Explosion meet during the Session II time period**

Chaperone Class will meet during Session 11 on Monday in the Abraham Lincoln Hotel in

the Freeport A Room

SPECIAL CLASSES AND GROUPS:

Specialization Education Studies Program (SESP – This program of study is the advanced

study program of the Sunday School Publishing Board. Participants in this program will have

completed the Certificate of Progress Program (COPP). Evidence of completion of the COPP

must be presented and an application for enrollment approved, prior to participation.

Communication/Church Workshop course 9024 “Computers in the Life of the Church”

and Christian Education/Christian Church Leadership course 2076 “Using the Internet for

Biblical Research” will be offered as special classes during this session. Persons desiring to

participate in these classes must bring a Laptop with Microsoft Office software installed and

should have internet access capability.

Discussion Groups and Lecture series are designated for specific topic areas and will be listed

in accordance to Divisions. Participants in the specified topic areas will meet Tuesday through

Thursday and will be provided with general thematic emphases on the work in which delegates

engage within their local Church.

*CC stands for Certified Course

2014 COURSES / INSTRUCTORS/LOCATIONS

BIBLICAL STUDIES TBA, Director Ms. Carolyn A. Ball Coordinator

This course identifies methods and approaches to Bible study that can lead to spiritual growth and

Christian maturity. Areas that will be covered include the structure of the Bible, resources for personal

study and other subjects that will add meaning to the reading of the Bible.

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. Through this comparative study, students

will gain a more comprehensive understanding of Jesus’ ministry.

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.

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 sections of the

Bible.

This course will focus on the teaching principles expounded by Jesus as He taught about kingdom

principles and spiritual life. The two accounts (the books of Matthew and Luke) will be comparatively

analyzed. Students will apply these teachings to various aspects of everyday living.

This course will focus on a thematic overview of major issues presented in Paul’s doctrinal letter to the

Roman Christians. Students will come to recognize each doctrinal truth presented in the book.

This course will focus on the book of Revelation with emphases on authorship, date, theme and

recipients. The prophetic themes, symbols and interpretations of various revelations will be discussed.

Course # Course Title Instructor Time Type COPP

1004 “Effective Bible Reading” Sister Alexis Carmichael Session

1

CC 1

1075 “The Synoptic Gospels Sister Sandra Berry Session 1 CC 2

1007 “Introduction to the Old

Testament”

Reverend Joseph

Williamson III

Session 1 CC 1

1072 “Introduction to the New

Testament”

Dr. Matthew Turner Session 1 CC 1

1082 “The Sermon on the Mount” Reverend Walstone Francis Session 2 CC

1089 “Survey of Romans” Reverend Eugene Roberson Session 2 CC 3

1112 “Survey of Revelation” Reverend George Bowen Session 2 CC 4


CHRISTIAN EDUCATION/CHRISTIAN CHURCH LEADERSHIP TBA, Director

Rev. Arturo Barnes, Coordinator

This course will cover the basic tenets of Christian Stewardship – time, talent and tithe. Students will

learn how to effectively manage their resources through a better understanding of the spiritual principles,

practices and contributions of Christian Stewardship.

The student will receive an introductory study of the Articles of Faith for Baptists, a long-time standard of

the church. Students will evaluate each thought, with emphasis placed on biblical support.

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 for living.

This course seeks to acquaint the students with the various educational ministries of the local church and

focuses on the unique role each ministry plays in the attainment of the total educational goals of the local

church. Emphasis will be placed on the responsibility of each Christian to participate in the Christian

education activities of the church

This class is designed for youth workers in the church, with emphasis on general etiquette to youth in the

local church. Leaders will be encouraged to involve parents as an intricate part of the process of

discipline.

This course is an innovative and creative approach to Christian Education, worship, Bible study, and

administering the church. It covers effective use of Power Point presentations,the Internet, email, apps,

and other tech tools. It covers developing a technology ministry and a social media ministry and

challenges (security and ethical) that must be addressed with policies and procedures.

A careful survey in this course will reveal the shepherd-spirit of Jesus Christ. Students will learn from

His example how to engage in His form of leadership.


2007 “Christian Stewardship ” Sister Karen Bell Session 1 CC 1

2012 “The Articles of Faith” Dr. Henrietta Brinson Session 1 CC

2015 “Foundation of Christian Ethics” Reverend Joseph Tracy Session 1 CC 4

2018 “The Educational Task of the

Church”

Minister Linda Young Session 1 CC

2048 “Teaching Discipline to Our Youth

At Home and At Church”

Sister Mayrona Hicks Session 2 CC

2076 Using the Internet and Technology

for Biblical Research

Reverend Tyler Prude, Jr. Session 2 CC

5003 “Leadership Style of Christ” Reverend Scott Onque` Session 2 CC


CHURCH GROWTH AND DISCIPLESHIP: TBA, Director

Mrs. Josephine Hendricks, Coordinator

This course is designed to teach practical skills for sharing biblical knowledge, leading people through the

Scriptures, introducing the gospel, leading a person to Christ, praying for repentance and forgiveness and

introducing friends and family to Christ through relating the Gospel.

This course will focus on helping the students to share their Christian faith using traditional methods and

social media. It will highlight the challenges of the church’s ability to reach out to the inner city as well

as rural areas. The course will also highlight the need to witness to cultural and ethically diverse groups

of people.

This course is designed to teach the basic steps in developing a program of evangelism. Students will

discover the appropriate Scriptures to use, and the methods, techniques and media best suited for

witnessing to nonbelievers.

This course is designed to help the students understand who God has uniquely made them to be. In

addition, in this course, students will work through a spiritual gift assessment that will help them to

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.

This is a study of the services provided by the nursing ministry of the church. Attention will be given to

the needs of this ministry, with special emphasis placed on the tasks appropriate for local church ministry.

Health care resources and possible church health-related activities will be identified, including procedures

for setting up a health fair and other programs to address the health needs of the community.

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 concerns.


7002 “Developing Skills for Sharing Your

Faith”

Sister Bernice Willis Session 1 CC

7003 “Methods of Evangelism” Reverend Carsie Barnes III Session 2 CC

7005 “Christian Evangelism” Sister Linda M. Jackson Session 2 CC 3

7024 “Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts” Dr. Jerome Jackson Session 2 2

8018 “Ministry of Church Nursing” Sister Morinda Morehead Session 1 CC

8066 “Christianity and Contemporary

Issues”

Sister Ollie Holmes-

Mayfield

Session 1 CC 4


HISTORY/THEOLOGY/FINE ARTS AND LITERACY: TBA, Director

Mrs. Ocie McCall, Coordinator

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 history, theology, culture, and times that

enable Christianity to develop and grow. Prominent persons who impacted the Christian movement will

be identified.

This course examines the doctrine that teaches eternal salvation. The student will be able to identify why

“once saved, always saved” is a reality.

Students will study the person and work of the Holy Spirit. This study will include a thorough look at the

corresponding doctrines that impact our understanding of the work of the Holy Spirit. The students will

be able to clearly identify this doctrine of the church with a holistic understanding of salvation, with

special emphasis on justification, redemption and sanctification.

This course is designed to teach the fundamental purpose, principles and power of prayer. It looks into

prayer as the channel of communication of the believer to the Father.

This course will identify the process and principles for writing speeches and delivering them in public. In

addition to writing and speaking skills, the students will learn basic verbal and non-verbal

communications skills that will enable them to effectively communicate with audiences of all sizes.


3008 “Theology and History of

Christianity”

Sister Carolyn J. Davis Session 1 CC 1

4008 “Doctrine of Salvation” Sister Sarah Foster Session 1 CC

4012 “Doctrine of the Holy Spirit” Sister Cynthia Draper Hill Session 2 CC 2

4014 “The Doctrine of Prayer” Reverend Claude Russell,

Jr.

Session 2 CC

9008 “Public Speaking” Dr. Minerva Barnes Session 1 CC


CHURCH ADMINISTRATION TBA, Director

Mrs. Doris K. Smith, Coordinator

This course will focus on the various administrative and organizational skills needed to organize the

Christian Education Department. Students will focus on structure, leadership and staffing needs for

Christian Education.

This course will focus on the various administrative skills needed to direct the church school.

Administrative functions that will be covered include planning, programming, curriculum, budgeting,

recruitment, supervision, delegation and evaluation.

This course is designed enable people to mature in their Christian walks. It will focus on a creative and

dynamic approach to nurturing people from children to mature adults – to become better disciples of Jesus

Christ. Students will discuss what it means to be Christians.

DEACON DAVID A. BOZEMAN SR. LAYMEN SEMINAR TBA, Director

TBA, Coordinator

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.

This course is designed to place emphasis on the role of laymen in the world and their responsibility as

men to their God over His creation. They will be introduced to the work of the laymen in all National

Baptist levels of ministry – local, district, state, regional, and national.


6013 “Organizing the Church for

Christian Education”

Rev. Dr. Nathaniel Randle Session 1 CC 4

6019 “Administering the Church School/

Sunday School”

Sister Helen Alston Session 1 CC

6021 “Spiritual Formation” Sister Martha Cohrn Session 2 CC 1


6003 “The Work of the Church Trustee” Deacon Milton Taylor Session 1 CC

5014 “Training Laymen to be Leaders” Deacon Marion Hanson Session 2 CC


SPECIALIZATION EDUCATION: TBA, Director

TBA, Coordinator

This course is a focus on the Christ of the Scriptures. Students will examine the Scriptures, from Genesis

to Revelation, to see how the biblical narrative has prefigured Jesus, the son of God, as the central focus

of the Bible.

This course will use biblical principles to assist the student in the development of effective leadership

practices that are in keeping with biblical teachings.

This course will help student to grasp a New Testament picture of leadership that is person-centered and

team-centered, strategically placed to use their gifts in service of their Lord.

This course focuses on the teaching methods of Jesus, insights from current research, an overview of

classroom usage, and principles of selection for specific purposes and audiences.

DR. LILLIE WHITE SHAFFER DEAN’S WORKSHOP TBA, Director

TBA, Coordinator

This course will familiarize the students with resources such as needs assessments, curriculum, National

Baptist literature, and strategies of the local church and their implementations.

This course is designed to instruct in the methods of teaching in the local church setting. It is designed to

assist teachers in discovering new ways of teaching, such as learning behaviors and strategies of student

learning and behavior.


SP0005 “The Centrality of Christ in the

Scriptures-Biblical Studies”

Dr. Lillie White Shaffer Session 1 CC

SP0018 “Spiritual Leadership” Dr. W. J. Griffin Session 2 Certificate

ETA 1 “Biblical Leadership” Reverend Marlon Weathers Session 1 Certificate

ETA 2 “Becoming An Effective Teacher” Sister Yolanda Weathers Session 2 Certificate


2019 “Curriculum of Christian Education

in the Local Church”

Dr. Carolyn C. Walker Session 1 CC

2023 “Creative Ways of Teaching” Sister Lillie M. Fox Session 1 CC

Seminar “In-Service Training” Dr. Carolyn C. Walker Session 2 Seminar


PASTORS/MINISTERS SEMINAR: TBA, Director

Rev. Norris Flannigan, Coordinator

The aim of this course is to provide a framework for the church’s involvement in community action. The

community action movement will be chronicled. Students will identify the needs of those individuals in

the community and develop strategies to address those needs through the vehicle of community action.

African-American preachers developed their preaching as an art unique only to themselves. This course

will examine the basic characteristics of African-American preaching (style, mannerisms, gestures; etc.)

This course is designed to reveal that art style and pass it on for posterity.

In this study, the students will identify and examine the major teachings of the church. They will go

through a thorough and close study of relevant biblical texts and revisit the basis of the major doctrines

and practices of the church.

This course will look at the professional demands of the church leadership on the life of the pastor.

Students will look at the practical needs of the congregation, the responsibilities of the leaders, and the

need to care for self and the congregation for optimal ministry results.

YOUNG MINISTERS’ SEMINAR (18-25) TBA, Director

Rev. Claude White, Coordinator

This course will seek to sharpen the preacher’s expository preaching skills. The students may look at

such key research tools as the following: word studies, biblical language skills, computer research, and

the use of other sources of historical and hermeneutical value. Expository preaching, as a valuable tool in

the preacher’s skill set, is presented as a tool that will sharpen the preacher’s ability to research and

preach a more effective expository sermon.

Young ministers will study practical matters as church administration, staff relationships, community

leadership, ministerial ethics, work with congregational management and other professional issues not

normally handled in a classroom setting. The students will review denominational structure and

Associational ministry. This seminar is designed to build confidence and skills that lead to more effective

ministry.


8025 The Church’s Response to Human

Needs Through Community Action

Dr. Alvin Love Session 1 CC

9909 “Fundamentals of Preaching in the

African-American Church”

Dr. L. K. Curry Session Certificate

9920 “Biblical Study of the Doctrine of

the Church”

Dr. Rogers Jackson Session 2 CC

9924 “Congregational Leadership in the

Twenty-First Century”

Reverend Nathaniel Allison Session 2 CC


9907 “Characteristics of Expository

Preaching”

Reverend Floyd James Session 1 Certificate

9912 “Seminar for Young Pastors and

Ministers”

Reverend Reginald E.

Bachus

Session Certificate


Ministers’ Wives Seminar TBA, Director

Mrs. Brenda Williams, Coordinator

This course is designed to help the students understand who God has uniquely made them to be. In

addition, in this course, students will work through a spiritual gift assessment that will help them to

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.

“Surviving the Scrutiny of Ministry and Marriage” - It is true, once the Husband, the Preacher and/or the

Pastor accepts his call to the ministry, his family is automatically placed on display and has to live their

lives in a glass house. Yes, everyone is watching! Weaknesses, flaws, mistakes and imperfections are

noticed by all. Seemingly, this is a high price to pay and not all can survive. Ministry demands the

majority of the Pastor’s/Preacher’s time away from home and family. Can the marriage and the family

stay together while such great demands are placed on them?

Let’s explore the keys for a successful ministry and marriage while being about the Father’s business of

building the Kingdom of God.

Music Workshop TBA, Director

TBA, Coordinator

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,

anthems, gospels and others.

This course will introduce the students to basic, standard choral conducting techniques. The students will

investigate methods for maximizing choral productivity. This course is also designed to instruct the class

in the proper and most productive way to conduct a choir practice, along with various techniques that will

allow for an efficient and effective practice period.

This course will provide a study on several of the great hymns of the church. Students will investigate the

history of the words and the music as well as the importance of the story in the song. Students will look

at the meaning of the song for that day and make application of the song of the day.


7024 “Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts” Dr. Onie Jackson Session 1 CC 2

Seminar “Ministers Wives Seminar” Sister Mattie Barnes Session 2 Certificate


2079 “Music in Christian Education TBA Session 1 CC

9022 “Choral Conducting and Rehearsal

Techniques”

Brother William Smith, Jr. Session 1 Certificate

9018 “Great Hymn of the Church” Sister Audrey Mock Session 1 Certificate

Workshop “Music Workshop” Staff Session 2 Seminar


COMMUNICATION/CHURCH WORKSHOP: TBA, Director

TBA, Coordinator

This course teaches the art of professionalism in the church office. All areas, from telephone etiquette to

secretarial demeanor, are discussed.

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 and nurture will be covered in this course.

YOUNG ADULT (Ages 19-29) TBA, Director

Mrs. Rhoda White, Coordinator

TBA, Discussion Leader

This course provides instructional information on how to effectively balance a professional career and the

importance of the church in the career path.

This course is designed to present a synopsis of ways that the culture impacts the church. Students will

become aware of the various aspects of the culture that are infiltrating the church and will devise

strategies to combat this influence. Students will also identify ways to inspire Christians to transform the

culture, rather than to conform to the culture.


6011 “Professionalism and Ethics of

Church Secretary /Clerk”

Sister Melisa Johnson Session 2 Certificate

9024 “ Computers in the Life of the

Church”

Sister Carolyn Davidson Session 1 CC 4


8049 “Balancing Career/Profession with

Church Involvement

Sister Janet Jamieson Session 1 CC

2072 “Understanding the Impact of Our

Culture”

Reverend Gerald Wilcoxon Session 1 CC


YOUTH BYF (13-18) TBA, Director

TBA, Coordinator

This course will provide vital information on the importance, challenges and responsibilities necessary to

maintain a Christian perspective on the worldly view of sexual relationship inside and outside of

marriage.

The purpose of this course is to identify traits and characteristics of cults, “isms,” and religious trends

prevalent in today’s society. Students will identify damage caused to humanity and the cause of the

Gospel by these religious bodies.

This course teaches youth the importance of seeking the lost. It is designed to provide young people with

strategies for evangelizing other teenagers. Innovative ideas will be presented to give teenagers boldness

and assurance to seek the lost of their age level.

This course is designed to identify Christian morals, using Scripture as the basis for moral behavior. The

course will challenge the believers to recognize immoral trends, fads and behavior. This study will use

the Sermon on the Mount as a guide.

This course is designed to help young people understand how to use their spiritual gifts to better serve

God and His purpose.

This course is designed to help students understand the facts about America and the pseudo-Christian

values that fail the majority of the population. As social injustices and the dominant ethos continue on an

uncertain course, believers are challenged to strengthen their faith in Christ while working toward making

a Christian difference in America.


2090 “A Christian View Toward Sexual

Responsibility”

Rev. A. William Staten, Jr. Session 1 Certificate

4026 “The Anatomy Cults” Rev. Robert A. Cain, Sr. Session 1 Certificate

7004 “Teenage Evangelism” Sister Vache’ Fleming Session 1 Certificate

7022 “Developing Christian Morals in

an Immoral World”

Rev. David Williams Session 1 Certificate

8009 “The Purpose Driven Youth

Ministry”

Sister Joan Williams Session 1 Certificate

8064 “The Challenge of Being Christian

in America

Reverend Jeffrey Batten Session 1 Certificate

Workshop “BYF” Director /Assistant Director Session 2 Certificate


The King’s Kids (Ages 3 -12) TBA, Director

TBA, Coordinator

Two main objectives in teaching children about Creation are: 1) To help them visualize what the world

was like at the time of creation and the flood, 2) and to get them to associate things and animals we have

today with the creation days and thereby learn about the creation days. The emphasis is on imagining

things at the beginning, learning about what Genesis teaches, and seeing God’s power, goodness and

creativity.

The main objective is to teach the children about The Plan of Salvation and what they are expected to do

after receiving Christ.

TBA about the Ten Commandments is to help them visualize and understand the meaning of the Ten

Commandments, to provide ways to memorize the Ten Commandments and to develop a Christian

lifestyle using the Ten Commandments as a guideline.

The main objectives of teaching children about the Children of the Bible are to help them understand how

God used Children in the Bible, and to get them to compare their own lives with those Children in the

Bible and understand how God can use them for His purpose.

The main objective is to teach the children the divisions, authors, and basic history and chronological

order of the Bible.

The three main objectives of teaching children about Missionary Work are to help them understand the

purpose of Missionary work, to get them acquainted with Missionary work, locally, statewide, and

nationally and to acquaint them with the Missionary work of the Foreign Mission Board.

The main objective of teaching this class is helping the youth to find out where they fit in to the ministry

of the church by, helping them to assess their gift and assisting them in understanding the balance of

being a Christian Youth.

Class Course Title Instructor Time Type

Ages 3 – 6 “The Creation” Sister Rita Doublin Session 1& 2 Certificate

Age 7 “God’s Plan of Salvation” Sister Doris Thomas Session 1 & 2 Certificate

Age 9 “The Children of the Bible” TBA Session 1 & 2 Certificate

Age 10 “”The Books of the Bible” Deacon Otis Woodard Session 1 & 2 Certificate

Age 11 “”Missionary Work” Sister Sandra Kendrick Session 1 & 2 Certificate

Age 12 “”Where Do I Fit In?” Minister Shekima Woodard Session 1 & 2 Certificate

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