KHBC Base Classes

BASE Classes

First Base: Membership
New classes each quarter. Contact Shirley Starr or church office for more information.

Second Base: Maturity
New classes each quarter. Contact Debbie Howard or church office for more information.

Third Base: Ministry
New classes every four to six months. Must complete Second Base Questionnaire and return to Debbie Howard in order to participate. Contact Lisa McMahon (795-5794) or church office for more information.

What is your S.H.A.P.E.?

What the Bible says...

As stated on our home page, the purpose of Kentwood Heights Baptist Church is to celebrate God's love through our lives (Magnification), to spread the message of Christ (Mission), to learn and obey the word of God (Maturity), to help people discover their area of service (Ministry) and to establish a loving community with other believers (Membership).

To accomplish our purpose, we use the familiar metaphor of the baseball diamond. Each base represents a specific phase in a person's walk with God and Kentwood Heights Baptist Church. The ultimate goal of each purpose (base) is always to magnify (worship) God.

First Base: Membership - Great Beginnings

This four-hour class is usually held the first Saturday of the following months: January, April, July and October. The class is a prerequisite for anyone who wished to become a member of Kentwood Heights Baptist Church. For more information contact the church office or Shirley Starr.

Second Base: Maturity

This class is offered once per quarter (January, April, July and October) for three consecutive weeks for two hours per week. The focus of the class is prayer, Bible reading/study, giving and fellowship. Prerequisite: Completion of First Base. For more information contact the church office or Debbie Howard.

Third Base: Ministry - Network

This two-hour class held for three consecutive weeks seeks to help you understand God's design for you in the church. This is accomplished through discovering your spiritual gifts, your passion and your personality. After completion of this class, you will schedule a meeting with a Ministry Guide who will help you find your ministry at Kentwood Heights Baptist Church. Prerequisite: Completion of First and Second Base Classes and a self-evaluation readiness checklist. For more information contact the church office or Lisa McMahon at (804)795-5794 or

Home Plate: Mission/Evangelism - Contagious Christianity

This four week class helps you learn how to share your faith based upon your own personal style. Not everyone can go door-to-door to share the message of Christ's salvation! For more information contact the church office or Stacy Shiflett.