VBS Session IN-PERSON Classes at Good Shepherd Baptist Church
Good Shepherd Baptist Church Bible Academy
1714 Olive Road – Augusta, GA 30904
(706) 733- 0341

Pastor/President – Rev. Dr. Clarence Moore
Bible Academy Dean – Dr. Roberta J. Hatcher
Dean of Record for the Diploma Program - Rev. Rhonda Daigs
Registrar – Mrs. Lakeischa Murphy


Online Pre-Registration – Open Until June 8, 2026
In-person Registration at the church is open until the first session of each class


June 8, 2026 through June 12, 2026

Bible Academy 

ABOUT US: The Bible Academy is a church-based school established in 1999 and is nationally accredited by the Sunday School Publishing Board of the National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc. All
participants will receive a national course card upon completion of the sessions and the required work. Students may take courses for self-enhancement or work toward a national Diploma of Christian
Education through the Certified Christian Educator (CCE) Program, formerly the Certificate of Progress Program (COPP), offered through the Bible Academy. The Registration fee is $25.00 per course.
Contact Dean Roberta Hatcher or Dean of Record, Rev. Rhonda Daigs, at christed@goodshepherdaugusta.org or visit www.sspbnbc.com for more information regarding the
Sunday School Publishing Board’s National Diploma program.

All VBS Session courses will be presented in person at Good Shepherd Baptist Church. Individuals
may register online or at the church. Confirmation of online registration will be provided. If you have
questions regarding your registration, please contact Dean Roberta Hatcher at the church.


Textbooks may be ordered from https://www.sspbnbc.com/ or https://www.amazon.com/

Church closed: JUNE 19, 2026
REVIVAL: TBA


STEP 1: Bible Academy Course Descriptions and Schedules for Summer 2026


8035 – The African American Church and Social Justice:
Instructor: Dr. Henry Baptiste

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

Dates: June 8-12, 2026
Class Day/Monday - Friday, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Textbook: To Serve this Present Age (Ayers)


1050 – Survey of Daniel:
Instructor : Rev. Dr. Craig Beasley

This course will examine the major prophetic book of Daniel.
The course will emphasize the truth that God is in control of
world history. The Lord directs the forces of nature, the destiny of
nations, and the care of people. Students will witness the work
of God and find security in His sovereignty.

Class Dates: June 8-12, 2026
Class Day/Time: Monday – Friday, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Textbook: Daniel Prophecies Unsealed (Harman)



Summer 2026 Bible Academy Registration 


Step 3: Payment Options
Make checks or money orders payable to Good Shepherd Baptist Church