Central Baptist Church

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Central Baptist Church

CORE Classes

Bible 101 - Introduction to Study: a twelve-week, introductory course designed to help students discover a practical approach to studying God’s Word. This class addresses how we got our Bible, the best translations, finding background information, and proper interpretation. Students will learn to remove all guess work and confusion to biblical studies. There will be no tests or exams. Each student will receive a free copy of Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart’s book, “How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth.” Cost: $15.00 per person.

Evangelism 101 - Becoming a Contagious Christianity: a proven eight-week course designed to equip believers for effective evangelism in today’s world. It avoids the stereotyped approaches that feel intimidating to many Christians. Instead, it shows ordinary believers how they can share the Gospel in a natural and powerful way while being the person God made them to be. Each session’s exercises, discussions, self-assessments, and video vignettes give step-by-step guidance to help participants become effective communicators for Christ to those around them. There’s even a section on everyday answers that will help believers respond to difficult questions regarding Christianity. Cost: $15.00 per person.

Ministry 101 - NETWORK - Finding your God-given S.H.A.P.E.: a dynamic six-week process to help Christians understand who God has uniquely made them to be and guide them to a place of fruitful and fulfilling service in the local church.  Each participant will work through a series of assessments, which leads them to discover their unique blend of spiritual gifts, personal style, and ministry passion.  The participants also are taught the biblical nature and purpose of the church as the body of Christ and the unique importance of each member’s contribution.  The NETWORK material was developed by Bruce Bugbee and Don Counsins to equip believers to better understand what the church is…how it works…who they are…and how they fit in.  Cost: $15.00 per person.

Mission 101 - Cross Cultural Experience: a ten-week eye-opening cross cultural experience for men and women of all ages.  This class prepares volunteers for a mission work tour in the United States or Central America.  Cost: $15.00 per person; plus airfare, travel expenses, and work group building matierals (depending upon mission projects).  Interested individuals are encouraged to speak with Rev. Ivan E. Greuter.