"For this very reason, make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with knowledge, and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with steadfastness, and steadfastness with godliness, and godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love. For if these qualities are yours and are increasing, they keep you from being ineffective or unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.” - 2 Peter 1:5-8
Classes
Grace Institute is GBC’s adult education ministry where you can take classes to help you grow. Grace Institute exists to (1) Support believers in developing into Christ-likeness, supplementing virtue with knowledge in the context of community (2 Peter 1:5, Romans 8:30) (2) Help those who are seeking to explore the claims of Christ and the Bible in a welcoming, informative, and thought-provoking environment (John 20:31).
We offer classes in four categories: (1) Foundational Theology (2) Spiritual Formation (3) Mission and (4) Practical Theology. Our current class offering are listed below. We hope that you consider participating in a class. We know that God is at work among his people, growing us by his Spirit into the image of Jesus. We are praying for the Lord to use these efforts to grow us in him, for our joy and his glory.
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CURRENT CLASS OFFERINGS
Title: Courageous Evangelism: Learning to share your faith with others
Category: Mission
Do you want to see others come to faith in Christ but don't know where to start? Do you desire to share your faith, but don't feel like you have the right words? Whether it's with co-workers, neighbors, kids, family, or friends, the principles shared in this class will help equip you to share your faith with others by the power of the Holy Spirit.
This 4-week class taught by Alex Glasson will meet on Sunday mornings during the 11:00 service in Fellowship Hall starting on 9/8. This class will meet 9/8, 9/15, 9/29, and 10/6.
Title: Foundations for Life: Making Sense of Life and Faith
Category: Foundational Theology
This class is designed to provide you with answers for some of life’s most significant questions. The class will explore the basics of Christianity. We all need a solid foundation to build on and this class is the place to start your journey. If you're beginning your search, feel like the Bible is foreign to you, overwhelming, or trying to understand what following Jesus means, come join us.
This 8-week class will be taught by Jack Glupker on Sunday nights from 5:00-6:30 in Fellowship Hall starting on 9/8. No nursery provided.
Title: Foundational Theology: The Psalms
Category: Foundational Theology
The Psalms, collectively, are the praise and worship text of the Old Testament. They are God's inspired songs written by Moses, David, Solomon, and others and were used in Hebrew corporate worship. So important are the Psalms that Jesus and the Apostles drew upon them extensively. Given what an amazing gift to us the Psalms are, this course will seek to study them in a comprehensive way including their context, content, and genres. We will also seek to explore how they can encourage, stimulate, and comfort us in our walk with Christ.
This ongoing class will be taught by Dave Brzezinski (Elder and Adult Education Teacher) and will meet weekly throughout the Fall during the
9:30 service in the main area of Fellowship Hall starting on 9/8.
Title: Gospel Centered Parenting: Moving from surviving to Thriving
Category: Practical Theology
The Bible is clear that God cares about our parenting and wants us to raise our kids to follow Him… but what does that look like in everyday life? In this class, we will explore setting a vision and direction for parenting that aligns with the principles and power of the gospel. This class is for parents of kids ages 5 and under. Note: Families that plan to have kids in Kids Ministry for both services in order to attend the class will need to pick them up between services.
This 4-week class will be taught by Eric and Ela Hammond on Sundays during the 9:30 service in Classroom 1 of Fellowship Hall starting on 9/8.
Title: Introduction to Spiritual Disciplines
Category: Spiritual Formation
Dive into a life of spiritual growth through a transformative class on Christian spiritual disciplines. Explore practices including prayer, meditation, and scriptural study, inspired by the life of Christ. This course offers practical insights into both personal introspection and external actions, aimed at cultivating a life shaped by faith and dedicated to spiritual growth.
This 6-week class will be taught by Ryan McDonald and will meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:00pm-7:30pm in Fellowship Hall starting on 9/10.