State Convention Schedule

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Antioch District Congress of Christian Education Fall Leadership School

Antioch District Congress of Christian Education

Fall Leadership School

September 27 through 30, 2010

Hopewell Baptist Church

915 N. Taylor St. Louis, MO 63113

6:30 Nightly

Teacher’s Meeting & Pre-registration on Sat, September 18, 2010

At Calvary MB Church at 10 am

Course Description

1004 Effective Bible Reading Rev. Nathaniel Griffin

This course identifies the appropriate methods, approaches and other suggestions on how to read the Bible for spiritual growth and Christian maturity.

2012 Articles of Faith Rev. Steven Thompson

The students 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 on biblical support.

2080 Missionary Education Sis. Annie Tucker

This course will introduce ways to build missionary endeavors into the total education program of the local church. Students will learn how to plan both missionary conferences and classes on the work of the mission.

5012 Becoming an Effective Deacons Dec. William Foster

This course is designed to assist the deacon in becoming aware of his biblical base. The student will be presented with ideas that will enable him to more effectively perform his duties.

6013 Organization for Christian Education Sis Erma Reid

This course will focus on the various administrative and organizational skills needed to direct the church school department. Students will learn organization skills such as planning, programming, curriculum, budgeting recruitment, supervision, delegation, evaluation.

7005 Christian Evangelism Rev. Grant Hughes

This course is designed to teach the basic steps in developing a program of evangelism. Students will discover the appropriate scripture to use and the methods and techniques to witness to the non-believer.

8019 Ministry of Church Ushering Sis. Alice Wilson

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.

8020 Ministry of Church Nursing Sis. Barbara Steed

This is a study of the nurses’ services provided by nursing personnel in the church.

Attention will be given to the needs for this ministry, with special emphasis on the tasks of nursing involved. Health care resources and possible church health related activities will be identified, including procedure for setting up a health fair.

SEMINAR ADULTS

Strategies in Hoopology Rev. Donald McNeal

This course will teach the basic steps in reaching the climax in the message of God with excitement and zeal to get the congregation involved in the worship experience.

Role of the Ministers Wife Sis. Johnnie Clayton

This course is designed to focus the minister’s wife and her responsibilities as a Christian, a mother, wife and community servant.

Daughters of Deborah Rev. Gwendolyn Lee

This course deal with women ministers and their role to lead and preach the gospel of Jesus. This class will address topics many women ministers have not had the opportunity to discuss. What code of behavior is expected in and out of the pulpit, proper etiquette and attire? All participates will receive instruction, inspiration, and encouragement as we explore our privileges and responsibilities as women ministers.

Moral Authority of the Bible Rev. Warren Gibson

The purpose of this course is to distinguish between morals, law, and traditions. Using scripture to teach how today’s living play into our lives and moral authority as Christians. The course will challenge the believer to recognize immoral trends, fads and behaviors.

Young People

Pursuing God Age 12-15 Rev. Anthony Woods

This course of study will focus on how youth can have an intimate relationship with the Jesus. The students will be trained, taught, and transitioned on how to live, in the Word, way and will of God.

Children

Bible Story Time Age 11 and Under Sis. Rita Sodipo

This course will familiarize the students with practical study guideline in using the bible with children for story telling, role playing and general bible reading.

National Baptist Laymen ! NEWS FLASH !

National Baptist Laymen ! NEWS FLASH !

For Immediate Release Contact: Thad Jones National Baptist Laymen's Movement National Laymen 6th Fellowship Cruise "Christians Cruising for Christ" Alaska Here We Come August 16 - 23, 2011 The National Baptist Laymen have finalized the arrangements for our Sixth Fellowship Cruise for August 16- 23, 2011. The cruise ship is the Spirit by Carnival Cruise Lines. Dr. George W. Waddles, Sr. and Dr. A. Louis Patterson will be the special guest lecturers and preachers. 1) We will be departing from Seattle, WA. 2) We must have as many cabin down payments of $350.00 per person by December 15, 2010. 3) Final Payments are due May 20, 2011. 4) Inside Staterooms are $859.00. Balcony Staterooms are $1,319.00.     Suites from ? (Must be checked on for pricing) 5) Rates are per person based on double occupancy, cruise only; price includes meals, port charges,  fuel charges and Government taxes. Rates are subject to change, depending on availability. Deposit is $350.00 per person, which is due by Dec. 15, 2010. Final payment is due on May 20, 2011. DATES:            August 16 - 23, 2011 SHIP:               Carnival Cruise Lines, Ship Carnival Spirit Depart:             Seattle, Washington                         ALASKA  7 Night Itinerary: Tuesday           August 16         Depart  Seattle Wednesday      August 17         Fun  Day  at Sea Thursday          August 18         Cruise Tracy Arm Fjord Friday              August 19         Skagway Saturday          August 20         Juneau Sunday            August 21         Ketchikan Monday            August 22         Victoria, BC Tuesday           August 23         Seattle Inside Stateroom from $ 859.00 Oceanview Stateroom from (None Available) Balcony Staterooms from $ 1319.00    Suites from  (must check on) Rates are per person based on double occupancy, cruise only; price includes meals, port charges, fuel charges and Government taxes. Rates are subject to change, depending on availability. Deposit is $350.00 per person, which is due by Dec. 15, 2010. Final payment is due on May 20, 2011. AAA Processing fee $25.00 per booking at the time of deposit (non refundable)             AAA Travel Agency             25 E. Long Lake Rd, Troy, MI. 48085             Monica Joris Voytek,  248-879-5604-ext 337 mjvoytek@aaamichigan.com Laymen Contact - Michael Washington  248-670-6212, mwash57@comcast.net                                     National Baptist Convention USA, INC                                      National President, Dr. Julius Scruggs                                       Laymen President, Harold Simmons The New Flash is designed to inform members, friends and supporters of late breaking news and events regarding the organization and the men and women who drive the movement.   Thad Jones is the publisher. tskm@swbell.net Add any trademarks here