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NABC CENTER for BIBLICAL STUDIES
Welcome to the Center for Biblical Studies (CBS) at Nineteenth Avenue Baptist Church! Our goal is to provide graduate level religious studies to the San Francisco community in an open, thoughtful, and graceful environment.
The CBS Certificate curriculum includes six core classes and a variety of electives.
Fall 2022 Intro to Hebrew Scriptures
Spring 2023 Intro to New Testament
Summer 2023 Biblical Studies Elective
Fall 2023 Christian Theology 1
Spring 2024 Christian Theology 2
Summer 2024 Theology Elective
Fall 2024 History of Christianity
Spring 2025 Intro to Spiritual Formation
Summer 2025 Spiritual Formation Elective
This class cycle will repeat every three years.
Other electives may be offered concurrent with these classes and will be advertised in house and via email to participants.
Persons completing the six core classes and any three electives will be awarded a Certificate of Biblical Studies from CBS and our partnering seminary.
CURRENT CLASS: Christian Theology II
“Exploring the Convictions that Formed a Community Around the Person of Jesus Christ ”
For centuries people have wondered about, struggled with and marveled at a sense of God’s presence and activity in our world. Pastor Joy will lead us as we explore questions like, “What is happening in our world? Where is God and what is God doing? How does Jesus shape our thinking and living? How do human experience and history contribute to the forming of our convictions and beliefs? What have Christians believed and how have they practiced their faith over the course of time?
This class is held on Sundays from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. in the church’s Fellowship Hall.
FAQ
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The Bible is sometimes more revered than read, fought over more than followed and even weaponized. Our goal is to provide a space where faith, intellect and culture engage the Biblical story in ongoing thoughtful study and conversation.
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No. The classes are offered for all members of the community, persons of any faith, and persons of no faith.
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No. Each class will be 10 to 12 weeks long. We encourage those on the certificate track to be as consistent as possible in their attendance.
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No. You may choose to take only those classes that spark your interest. The certificate track is optional.
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Yes. All our instructors hold degrees from accredited graduate schools, have taught at the graduate level, and have published in their respective fields.
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Nothing. CBS is funded by Nineteenth Avenue Baptist Church and supplemented through educational grants.
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No. All classes are in person.
How to Participate
Classes are currently held at Nineteenth Avenue Baptist Church. Classes in the Fellowship Hall on Sunday mornings from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
There are two simple ways to register for classes:
1) Call the church office and ask to be added to a class.
2) Complete a registration form when you attend your first class.
Your registration information will be used to keep you informed of class schedule dates and any changes. It will not be distributed to any third parties.
If you have any questions, feel free to call the church office at (415) 564-7721.
Join us for worship
IN-PERSON
If you do come in person for worship please be advised of the following:
- Because of the low COVID19 transmission rate in San Francisco, participants in our church programs no longer need to be masked indoors. Persons who want to continue masking are encouraged to do so, especially if you are older, immunocompromised, or unvaccinated. If you are experiencing any symptoms of illness, please stay home, take care of yourself and worship with us online.
- We will not be socially distanced in the sanctuary, but please be courteous and mindful of others’ possible need for “personal space” and each person’s greeting of choice (physical contact or no physical contact) Singing and responsive reading will be permitted.
ONLINE
WORSHIP every Sunday at 11AM on Facebook Live!
Here’s how to access Facebook Live and worship with us:
Click the buttons below to access our church’s Facebook page, “Nineteenth Avenue Baptist Church” and to access this Sunday’s worship bulletin.
Note: You will not be able to use the comment section to chat if you don’t have a Facebook account or do not log in.
