Study of the principles of logical argument. Course will include information regarding formal and informal argument, claims and evidence, analogy, fallacies in reasoning,rhetoric, syllogisms, and more. We will see how persuasive reasoning is used in scripture. Highly recommended for anyone who teaches the Word as it will help one support his or her position with valid arguments and will also help one to recognize the fallacies in false and misleading teachings.

1. • Monday, 9:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Westbank Campus
   

2. • Rev. David Rodriguez, MA, Instructor

In this course students will learn about the historical, literary, and theological dimensions of the books in the New Testament (NT), will discover the value of such knowledge, and will apply this newfound knoledge  in teaching others about the Bible. The course is structured around the story of how the NT came into being.

1. • Tuesday, 7:00 p.m -9:30 p.m. Westbank Campus
   

2. • Anthony Daw, M. Th, Instructor

This is not a Bible college class. We are simply adverting it in this brochure because the group will meet at this location every Friday night at 7:00p.m. Celebrate Recovery (CR) is a Christ-centered, 12-step program that ministers to those with hurts,habits, and hang-ups. We are inviting the participation of the local churches to both introduce this ministry as a resource to your church and to encourage you participation as an extension of our team.

1. • Friday, 7:00p.m.-9:30p.m. Westbank Campus
   

2. • Pam and Randy Louviere, Instructors

An examination of the misuse of ministerial authority. Includes the 10 part video series, “Breaking the Silence on Spiritual Abuse” by David Johnson and Jeff VanVonderen. This course is helpful to anyone hurt by bad church experiences or those desiring to minister to anyone hurt by any type of abuse.

1. •Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Westbank Campus
   

2. • Rev. David Rodriguez, MA, Instructor

A study of the prophet and his prophecies. Topics include Ezekiel’s call, Ezekiel’s visions, the Babylonian Captivity, God’s judgment  on Israel’s neighboring nations, the valley of dry bones, prophecies against Gog and Magog, the millennial temple and more.

1. • Thursday, 7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m., Westbank Campus
   

2. • Greg Trumbach,M.Div, Instructor

A comprehensive study of church history from Pentecost through the Reformation and into modern times.

1. •Thursday, 7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. New Orleans Campus
   

2. •Carl David, Ph.D, Instructor

This is not a Bible college class. It’s a special grief recovery and support group for those grieving the loss of someone close. This group is sponsored by people who understand what you are experiencing and want to offer you comfort and encouragement during this difficult time. Course includes the entire Grief Share ® video curriculum. Topics include : challenges of grief, the journey of grief, guilt and anger, complicating factors, and more. There is a $15.00 fee for the workbook. No fee for the class.

1. • Thursday, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 noon Westbank Campus
   

2. • Nancy Sarver, Instructor

This course is designed for those who feel called to pastor a church. Also helpful for those currently pastoring. Topics include: The office of the Pastor, Bi-vocational Ministry, The Business Aspect of the Church, Church Growth, Personal Life of the Pastor, Writing a Mission Statement, and more.

1. • Tuesday, 7:00p.m.-9:30p.m. Kenner Campus
   

2. • Pastors Rodriguez, Tardo, Trumbach, & Woodard