2025 LEVELING UP
Seeking a Higher Level of Faith, Obedience, and Discipleship in Our Walk With Christ.
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Howard Thurman Bible Institute
HTBI Classes3rd Trimester 2025
Classes Begins Sept 8th - 10th Register by September 7th |
HTBI Program OverviewThe Howard Thurman Bible Institute offers practical life enrichment classes coupled with advanced biblical studies for persons interested in advancing his or her spiritual growth and knowledge of God.
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Certificate ProgramsTo encourage personal development and spiritual growth, the Howard Thurman Bible Institute offers various Certificate Programs.
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LEVELING UP
Seeking a Higher Level of Faith, Obedience, and Discipleship in Our Walk With Christ
Sept 8th - 10th | Meal: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Classes: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Nightly
Register by September 7th
Register by September 7th
HTBI Class Information
Course Title: “Empowered to Thrive” Three-Day Workshop:
Course Description:
Day 1 – Monday
Theme: “Reclaiming You: The Foundation of Self-Care”
● Welcome & Opening Remarks: Introduction by Debra Peek-Haynes.
● Keynote: “The Power of Protecting Your Peace” - Mindset, relationships, and energy.
● Breakout Insights: Guard Your Gates, Your Space Your Spirit, Avoiding Fad Diets, Fuel for the Body.
● Group Workshop: “Move It or Lose It” - The importance of cardio and strength training.
Day 2 – Tuesday
Theme: “Informed & Empowered: Navigating Health and Law”
● Welcome & Context: Understanding the importance of healthcare and law.
● Panel Talk: “What’s Changing & Why It Matters” with a staffer from Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett’s office.
● Strategy Discussion: Advocacy 101, Power in Numbers, Community Connection.
● Interactive Action Session: Personal advocacy plan and connection to resources.
Day 3 – Wednesday
Theme: “Ready & Able: The Resilient Woman’s Survival Guide”
● Welcome & Overview: Debra Peek-Haynes on empowerment through preparedness.
● Workshop: “Prepared, Not Panicked: The $10-a-Week Plan” - Building food storage and organizing pantries.
● Live Demonstrations: Preserve to Prosper, Power in a Blackout.
● Fireside Talk: “Thrive in Every Season” - Closing empowerment and call to action.
Instructor:
First Lady Debra Peek-Haynes
Course Description:
Day 1 – Monday
Theme: “Reclaiming You: The Foundation of Self-Care”
● Welcome & Opening Remarks: Introduction by Debra Peek-Haynes.
● Keynote: “The Power of Protecting Your Peace” - Mindset, relationships, and energy.
● Breakout Insights: Guard Your Gates, Your Space Your Spirit, Avoiding Fad Diets, Fuel for the Body.
● Group Workshop: “Move It or Lose It” - The importance of cardio and strength training.
Day 2 – Tuesday
Theme: “Informed & Empowered: Navigating Health and Law”
● Welcome & Context: Understanding the importance of healthcare and law.
● Panel Talk: “What’s Changing & Why It Matters” with a staffer from Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett’s office.
● Strategy Discussion: Advocacy 101, Power in Numbers, Community Connection.
● Interactive Action Session: Personal advocacy plan and connection to resources.
Day 3 – Wednesday
Theme: “Ready & Able: The Resilient Woman’s Survival Guide”
● Welcome & Overview: Debra Peek-Haynes on empowerment through preparedness.
● Workshop: “Prepared, Not Panicked: The $10-a-Week Plan” - Building food storage and organizing pantries.
● Live Demonstrations: Preserve to Prosper, Power in a Blackout.
● Fireside Talk: “Thrive in Every Season” - Closing empowerment and call to action.
Instructor:
First Lady Debra Peek-Haynes
Course Title: Our Community Explorers – Building a Better Neighborhood (DISCOVER)
Course Description:
This course is designed to promote community service and positive interactions. We will focus on exploring the development of children within the context of their surrounding community, examining how family, school, and other local institutions interact to influence a child's growth. The children will learn that kindness counts, and they can make a difference right now! Children will learn social norms and develop their sense of self through interactions with family, peers, and community members.
Instructor:
Pastor Nerissa Grigsby
Course Description:
This course is designed to promote community service and positive interactions. We will focus on exploring the development of children within the context of their surrounding community, examining how family, school, and other local institutions interact to influence a child's growth. The children will learn that kindness counts, and they can make a difference right now! Children will learn social norms and develop their sense of self through interactions with family, peers, and community members.
Instructor:
Pastor Nerissa Grigsby
Course Title: Beyond the Bag (CHOSEN)
Course Description:
It’s time for HTBI again and we are challenging teens to “Level Up” in their stewardship. So, sign them up because we have 3 nights of engaging and impactful activities!
Day 1: We will host a mini–Reality Fair
Day 2: We will do a local service project together
Day 3: We will host a showcase of teens sharing their talents to the Glory of God (Choir Room)
Instructor:
Pastor Kea Westbrook
Course Description:
It’s time for HTBI again and we are challenging teens to “Level Up” in their stewardship. So, sign them up because we have 3 nights of engaging and impactful activities!
Day 1: We will host a mini–Reality Fair
Day 2: We will do a local service project together
Day 3: We will host a showcase of teens sharing their talents to the Glory of God (Choir Room)
Instructor:
Pastor Kea Westbrook
Course Title: Christian Theology & Tradition
Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce and reintroduce students to Christian theology and the historical context in which our major doctrines and dogmas were developed. Within the courses systematic and biblical approach to theology, students will have an opportunity to explore Historical Theology while simultaneously connecting its context to the roots and origins of Ancient African Christianity within the Patristic era.
Course outcomes: Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. Articulate the major doctrines of Christianity.
2. Read with competence the great and classic texts of Christianity.
3. Articulate and describe key figures, issues and developments in Christian history while tracing the historical development of essential doctrines.
4. Analyze doctrinal approaches made by the great Christian theologians and as well as those in contemporary culture from a biblical and historical basis.
5. Dialogue charitably with others about the key elements of Christian theology.
Instructor:
Pastor Thomas Hayden Garner
Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce and reintroduce students to Christian theology and the historical context in which our major doctrines and dogmas were developed. Within the courses systematic and biblical approach to theology, students will have an opportunity to explore Historical Theology while simultaneously connecting its context to the roots and origins of Ancient African Christianity within the Patristic era.
Course outcomes: Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. Articulate the major doctrines of Christianity.
2. Read with competence the great and classic texts of Christianity.
3. Articulate and describe key figures, issues and developments in Christian history while tracing the historical development of essential doctrines.
4. Analyze doctrinal approaches made by the great Christian theologians and as well as those in contemporary culture from a biblical and historical basis.
5. Dialogue charitably with others about the key elements of Christian theology.
Instructor:
Pastor Thomas Hayden Garner
Course Title: Investment God's Way
Course Description:
This beginner-friendly class is designed for those who desire to honor God while learning to build financial security and generational wealth. "Investment God's Way" provides a faith-based approach to understanding the fundamentals of investing, retirement planning, real estate investment, and managing credit. You’ll gain practical knowledge about growing your resources wisely and ethically, aligning financial decisions with biblical principles. Whether you're just getting started or seeking a clear path forward, this class will equip you with the tools to invest with confidence, purpose, and stewardship.
Instructors:
Sister Donna Henry & FAIM Ministry Members
Course Description:
This beginner-friendly class is designed for those who desire to honor God while learning to build financial security and generational wealth. "Investment God's Way" provides a faith-based approach to understanding the fundamentals of investing, retirement planning, real estate investment, and managing credit. You’ll gain practical knowledge about growing your resources wisely and ethically, aligning financial decisions with biblical principles. Whether you're just getting started or seeking a clear path forward, this class will equip you with the tools to invest with confidence, purpose, and stewardship.
Instructors:
Sister Donna Henry & FAIM Ministry Members
Course Title: Christian Education Teacher Leadership Certification (TLC)
Course Description:
This course is designed to prepare and equip ministry servants and leaders to teach and lead at Friendship West. Participants will gain valuable skills and insights to effectively serve in leadership roles within the ministry.
Instructor:
Reverend Sandra Magee
Course Description:
This course is designed to prepare and equip ministry servants and leaders to teach and lead at Friendship West. Participants will gain valuable skills and insights to effectively serve in leadership roles within the ministry.
Instructor:
Reverend Sandra Magee
Course Title: The Power of Prayer Unleashed
Course Description:
This course aims to awaken, deepen, and empower your prayer life. Whether you're new to prayer or want to reignite your spiritual fire, this course will help you gain a better understanding of prayer as a powerful, intimate, and supernatural connection with God.
Instructor:
Minister Stephanie Phillips
Course Description:
This course aims to awaken, deepen, and empower your prayer life. Whether you're new to prayer or want to reignite your spiritual fire, this course will help you gain a better understanding of prayer as a powerful, intimate, and supernatural connection with God.
Instructor:
Minister Stephanie Phillips
Course Title: We Can't Be Erased
Course Description:
This course serves as an introduction to the rich tapestry and profound history of Africa, Africans, and African Americans. Students will engage in material that explores how our diverse history informs our present, from ancient to biblical and modern times. Through this exploration, we will recognize the inherent dignity and worth of all people made in the image of God.
Monday: "Africans Who Shaped Our Faith"
Tuesday: "Africans in the Making of the New World and Christianity"
Wednesday: " A New World A-Coming"
Instructor: Dr. Danielle Ayers
Course Description:
This course serves as an introduction to the rich tapestry and profound history of Africa, Africans, and African Americans. Students will engage in material that explores how our diverse history informs our present, from ancient to biblical and modern times. Through this exploration, we will recognize the inherent dignity and worth of all people made in the image of God.
Monday: "Africans Who Shaped Our Faith"
Tuesday: "Africans in the Making of the New World and Christianity"
Wednesday: " A New World A-Coming"
Instructor: Dr. Danielle Ayers
Course Title: The Deacon in the Christian Church
Course Description:
The Deacon class will provide students with an overview of the purpose of the Deacon in the Christian church. The role and service work of the Deacon varies among denominational churches. This class will focus on the role of the Baptist Deacon in general, including, how Deacons are chosen and the qualifications of the Deacon. This course is for those individuals interested in becoming Deacons at FWBC. We will also review the role and service work of the FWBC Deacon.
Instructors:
Deacon Waylan Wallace & Deacon Steven Rodgers
Course Description:
The Deacon class will provide students with an overview of the purpose of the Deacon in the Christian church. The role and service work of the Deacon varies among denominational churches. This class will focus on the role of the Baptist Deacon in general, including, how Deacons are chosen and the qualifications of the Deacon. This course is for those individuals interested in becoming Deacons at FWBC. We will also review the role and service work of the FWBC Deacon.
Instructors:
Deacon Waylan Wallace & Deacon Steven Rodgers
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