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CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
"Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved by Him, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly explaining the word of truth."
II Timothy 2:15 NRSV
Course offerings lead to a diploma in the Certificate of Progress Program (COPP). Click here to learn more.
2026 Course Offerings
#1004 Effective Bible Reading - September 8-10
#1079 Survey of John - TBD
#4001 Christian Beliefs - November 7 & 21
#6013 Organizing the Church - TBD
#6021 Spiritual Formation - June 22-24
#9024 Technology in the Life of The Church - TBD
Registration for all classes will be available 3 weeks before start of the class.
Payment is due before course cards will be issued
June
22
-
24
6PM
to
9PM
#6021 Spiritual Formation
IN-PERSON & ZOOM - Dean Denise Tyiska, Instructor
This class will enable students to mature in their Christian walks. Focus on a creative and dynamic approach to nurturing people from children to mature adults--to become better disciples of Jesus Christ. Deliberate on what it means to be Christians.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
SPECIAL NOTE: The course Registration Fee of $10 is due by Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
This can be done through:
Givelify: use the "Pay Online" Link provided above, or
Mail: check or money order made payable to Second Baptist Church. Please include the course number on the memo line of your check and mail to:
Second Baptist Church
1770 W. Youngs Ditch Road
Bay City, MI 48708
In person registration can be done on Tuesday or Thursday between 12PM – 3PM. at the church for all classes.
SEPT
13
8:00AM
to
4:00PM
#1001 Introduction To The Bible
IN-PERSON & ZOOM - Dean Jheri Draves, Instructor
This course will introduce the sixty-six books of the Bible, its origin, and the critical events, periods, and personalities that led to the development of the Bible in its present form.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
SPECIAL NOTE: The course Registration Fee of $10 is due by Saturday, September 13, 2025.
This can be done through:
Givelify: use the "Pay Online" Link provided above, or
Mail: check or money order made payable to Second Baptist Church. Please include the course number on the memo line of your check and mail to:
Second Baptist Church
1770 W. Youngs Ditch Road
Bay City, MI 48708
In person registration can be done on Tuesday or Thursday between 12PM – 3PM. at the church for all classes.
SEPT
20
8:00AM
to
4:00PM
#2007 Christian Stewardship
IN-PERSON & ZOOM - Dean Denise Tyiska, Instructor
This course is designed to cover the basic tenets of Christian stewardship-time, talent, and tithe. Students will begin to understand how to effectively manage their resources through a better understanding of the spiritual principles, practices, and contributions of Christian stewardship.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
SPECIAL NOTE: The course Registration Fee of $10 is due by Saturday, September 20, 2025.
This can be done through:
Givelify: use the "Pay Online" Link provided above, or
Mail: check or money order made payable to Second Baptist Church. Please include the course number on the memo line of your check and mail to:
Second Baptist Church
1770 W. Youngs Ditch Road
Bay City, MI 48708
In person registration can be done on Tuesday or Thursday between 12PM – 3PM. at the church for all classes.
Oct
11
8AM
-
4PM
#9005 Writing Techniques II
IN-PERSON & ZOOM - Dr. Eleanor Goodman, Instructor
This course will focus on the Certificate of Progress Program writing requirements for Phase 3. Emphasis will be placed on the writing documented research and the development of other skills necessary to complete the writing assignments in the phase. Help introduce the students to the library and the use of reference materials.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
SPECIAL NOTE: The course Registration Fee of $10 is due by Saturday, October 11, 2025.
This can be done through:
Givelify: use the "Pay Online" Link provided above, or
Mail: check or money order made payable to Second Baptist Church. Please include the course number on the memo line of your check and mail to:
Second Baptist Church
1770 W. Youngs Ditch Road
Bay City, MI 48708
In person registration can be done on Tuesday or Thursday between 12PM – 3PM. at the church for all classes.
NOV 4
&
6
6:00PM
to
9;30PM
#1075 The Synoptic Gospels
IN-PERSON & ZOOM - Dean Denise Tyiska, Instructor
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.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
SPECIAL NOTE: The course Registration Fee of $10 is due by Saturday, November 8, 2025.
This can be done through:
Givelify: use the "Pay Online" Link provided above, or
Mail: check or money order made payable to Second Baptist Church. Please include the course number on the memo line of your check and mail to:
Second Baptist Church
1770 W. Youngs Ditch Road
Bay City, MI 48708
In person registration can be done on Tuesday or Thursday between 12PM – 3PM. at the church for all classes.
Nov
12,
13,
&
14
6:00PM
to
9:00PM
#2011 Baptist Doctrine
ZOOM ONLY - Pastor Damon Moseley, Instructor
This course will examine with simplicity and clarity the basic teachings of the Baptist faith. Explore each doctrinal position and the basis for each doctrinal position taught in the class.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
SPECIAL NOTE: The course Registration Fee of $10 is due by Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
This can be done through:
Givelify: use the "Pay Online" Link provided above, or
Mail: check or money order made payable to Second Baptist Church. Please include the course number on the memo line of your check and mail to:
Second Baptist Church
1770 W. Youngs Ditch Road
Bay City, MI 48708
In person registration can be done on Tuesday or Thursday between 12PM – 3PM. at the church for all classes.
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IN-PERSON & ZOOM - Dean Jheri Draves, Instructor
This course will engage in a general overview of the divisions, period, places, events, people, and archeology of the New Testament sections of the Bible.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
SPECIAL NOTE: The course Registration Fee of $10 is due by Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
This can be done through:
Givelify: use the "Pay Online" Link provided above, or
Mail: check or money order made payable to Second Baptist Church. Please include the course number on the memo line of your check and mail to:
Second Baptist Church
1770 W. Youngs Ditch Road
Bay City, MI 48708
In person registration can be done on Tuesday or Thursday between 12PM – 3PM. at the church for all classes.