A ministry of First Baptist Church of Augusta to share its technology resources while creating opportunities for church service.

Computer Ministry Co-Chairs:

Ellen Underwood: underel@yahoo.com

Jim West: (706) 651-0390 or  jwest46@comcast.net

Current  Classes

The Computers @ First ministry single topic computer seminars for 2010 are beginning once again. Programs that have been requested for the new year include: an advanced Excel class; a basic course on using Mac computers; setting up a home network; using Google Tools; Searching the internet with success; using Outlook and Outlook Express and working with Photoshop Elements, Social Networking,  Homework/Reference Class for teens and adults.   We will also repeat some of the more popular courses from the past year. Your ideas and suggestion can be forwarded to Ellen Underwood (underel@yahoo.com) or Jim West (jwest46@comcast.net).

Scanning Classes Begin

Two scanning classes will be taught.  On Wednesday, 24 Feb., 3, 10 Mar 2010 from 3:00-4:45 PM in the Walton Building, Room W-103, Introduction to Scanning will be taught.  In order to enjoy the class, fully, you should be comfortable using a mouse and keyboard.  You will need to bring to class an old photograph (color or black & white) and one recipe…either written in long-hand, cut from a magazine, on an index card, etc.  You will be introduced to imaging and ocr (optical character recognition) for getting your scans into applications.

Following the introductory classes, Beyond the Basics: Scanning Part II, will be presented.   Prerequisite:  completion of Scanning I 3:00-4:45 PM W-103, Wed.,  Mar 17,24,31

 Since so many people find these classes of benefit, the Computers @ First Ministry requests you to be present at all classes.  We limit  the class enrollment to a total of six (6) persons and ask that you not enroll, if you cannot attend all of the sessions. 

Call 706-733-2236 (Wanda) in order to register or be placed on the waiting list.

Basic Computer Academy

Get your name on the waiting list now for the Basic Computer Academy (BCA). Two new classes of six students each begin in January. With new instructors available soon, more BCA classes are planned for the near future.

BCA is just the basics of computer use. This 10-12 week course focuses on Microsoft applications - Vista, Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet Explorer. The course teaches basic document creation; file functions; basic and advanced email; exploring the internet and functional spreadsheets, plus mouse and keyboard skills. Build your computer skills and confidence in a small class environment. For more information, contact Jim West at 706-651-0390 or jwest46@comcast.net.

Mouse & Keyboard Class

 This class is a prerequisite for novices in the Basic Computer Academy; registration is  limited to fourteen (14) people.   This class will help develop your skills and confidence in using the computer mouse and keyboard. . Learn the purpose of all those odd keys and key combinations. Learn how to single, double & triple click a mouse, how to use the scroll wheel and the purpose of the left and right mouse buttons.  Register today by calling (706-733-2236) or emailing (wpinaula@fbcaugusta.org) the church office.

We want your input - and help

Computers @ First would appreciate your feedback. Please share your thoughts about a class you attended or the ministry in general. You might have suggestions for future classes, or even request that we repeat a class. You may have a friend who would like to receive this newsletter (just give us their email address). Please help us develop the programs that meet your needs, the community’s needs, and the church’s needs.

Do you have computer skills and knowledge? Are you seeking a ministry opportunity? Then Computers @ First might be the venue to combine both. We particularly need people who can present or simply assist the students in the classroom. Your knowledge and our scripted curriculum would make this a more effective ministry. You may have administrative, marketing or creative skills that we can put to work. Members and non-members of First Baptist Church are all encouraged to serve.