What are Equip Groups?
We are all about growing in Christ, and one of the ways we seek to inspire growth is through classes offered by our members. We offer classes specific to women and men, as well as classes in which everyone is welcome to participate. Check out the list below of our Equip Groups for the winter and spring, and be sure to sign up if anything jumps out to you. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up soon!
Equip Groups: For Everyone
SIDE BY SIDE
Facilitator(s): Josh Stanley
Description
Have you ever wondered how to care for your fellow brother or sister in Christ amid a painful circumstance, a difficult trial, or a habitual sin? If you have a desire to develop better “helping skills," this class is for you! In this introduction to biblical counseling, you will learn how to better care and walk alongside your fellow believers in wisdom and love, fulfilling a big part of our calling as Christians in the local church (Eph. 4:11-16, 2 Cor. 1:3-4, Gal. 6:1-5). This group is for those who want to see God do extraordinary things in the relationships and lives of ordinary Christians.
Date & Time
(TBD)
Material/Cost
Just bring your Bible
Romans 8
Facilitator(s): Blake Mathis
Description:
Romans 8 is one of the most profoundly inspiring passages in all of Scripture, and as such, it is one that every believer should be intimately acquainted with. Join Pastor Blake as he walks through a systematic study of Romans 8, and seeks to unpack the fullness of this radiant portion of scripture.
Date & Time
Sunday mornings at 9:30 in the Equip Room beginning April 7th (3 weeks)
Material/Cost
Just bring your Bible
Equip Groups: For Women
To THE WORD
Facilitator(s): Julie Davis
Description
Participants will develop a greater understanding of God’s Word by reading in large chunks daily. The plan is strategically organized to tie the Old Testament to the New Testament, showing the consistency of God’s truth throughout His Word. The aim is 2 Timothy 2:15, with open discussion on nuggets gleaned during weekly reading. If you have questions, please text Julie: 724-840-5531.
Date & Time
Thursdays at 7:00pm in the Prayer Room, January 4th through May 2024
Material/Cost
Just bring your Bible
Isaiah
Facilitator(s): Peggy Wein
Description
Isaiah served as God’s mouthpiece to the nation of Judah but also to the surrounding nations. His message echoes into our lives today as we read his call to rely on the Lord. Using the genres of poetry, narrative, and prophecy, Isaiah communicated clearly that followers of God could trust in Him.
As you study the chapters Isaiah wrote—from his challenging words to the nation of Israel to his prophecies of the Messiah to come—learn to rest in God's promises and grow in trust. Unpacking Isaiah’s words will reveal that you can trust God more than your own human effort or the counterfeits the world suggests. You won’t be striving harder, but instead trusting more deeply the Faithful One who is so worthy of our utter dependence. In Him you'll find the comfort and peace you need to sustain you.
Date & Time
Tuesdays at 10:00am in the Equip Room beginning February 20th (7 weeks)
Material/Cost
Pick up Isaiah by Melissa Spoelstra wherever you buy books
Equip Groups: For Men
33 Series: A Man and his fatherhood
Facilitator(s): Greg Matthews
Description
Men, you are invited to walk through this six week series on what it means to glorify God in your relationship with your children. Men will be equipped with skills and practical tools that will allow them to be intentional dads armed with a strategic gameplan to launch their children out into the world.
Date & Time
Saturdays at 8:00am in the Equip Room beginning March 9th (6 weeks, not meeting the week of Easter)
Material/Cost
Purchase 33 Series: Volume 6 wherever you buy books.
Equip Groups: For Youth
identity crisis
Facilitator(s): Jeremy Johnson
Description
The ability to navigate complex issues in a biblically faithful but winsome manner is a rare but increasingly precious virtue. “Identity Crisis” aims to cultivate this virtue in our students as they engage with family and friends on the topics of identity, marriage, gender, and ministry to the LGBTQ+ community. Across four weeks we will utilize teaching from Dr. Christopher Yuan to strengthen our biblical understanding of these topics and gain helpful tools for loving our neighbors well.
Date & Time
Sunday mornings at 11:15am (Location TBD) beginning April 7th (4 weeks)
Material/Cost
Just bring your Bible
Equip Groups: ReclaCare
hope after betrayal: a healing journey for women
Facilitator(s): Peggy Wein
Description
This 9 week class comes alongside women who have experienced the pain of sexual betrayal in their marriage. This class provides a safe place to be heard, to be cared for and to be encouraged in the Lord’s love and compassion. We acknowledge the realness and impact of our suffering, receive God’s comfort in our mourning, we find hope in the Gospel and we learn how to move forward in the light of God’s word.
Date & Time
Tuesdays at 6:30pm at the Reclamation Community Center beginning March 5th (9 weeks)
Material/Cost
Just bring your Bible
JOURNEY THROUGH GRIEF (for women)
Facilitator(s): Pat Hauman & Deb Bingham
Description
Journey through Grief Have you lost a loved one? Are you trying to navigate through the maze of hurt, sorrow, and heartache caused by grief? Participation in this group experience will enable you to find support, hope, and encouragement through God after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. Gather information, engage in discussions, share your story, as you, in turn, learn to be an encouragement to others. (This group is not for those who are grieving from divorce, job loss, or financial debt.)
Date & Time
Thursdays at 6:30pm in the Equip Room beginning March 14th (8 weeks)
Material/Cost
Just bring your Bible
THE SOUL OF SHAME (for women)
Facilitator(s): Ginny Keteles & Ruth Harper
Description
Description: Shame is an emotional weapon that stands at the root of sin that evil uses to corrupt our relationships with God and each other. The gospel frees us to be vulnerable and therefore be rescued from shame that we might enter into His joy. This study's goal is to enter into the Biblical story of God's longing that we might live openly in the light of His love, delight, and grace.
Date & Time
Tuesdays from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at the Reclamation Community Center beginning March 12th (9 weeks)
Material/Cost
Pick up The Soul of Shame by Curt Thompson wherever you buy books
Fearless (FOR WOMEN)
Facilitator(s): Holly Tester and Patty Pannucio
Description
Fearless is for women who have experienced any type of abuse. This study will seek to dig out the effects and the lies we have believed as victims of abuse.
Date & Time
Thursdays from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at the Reclamation Community Center beginning April 4th (13 weeks)
Material/Cost
$25 to purchase materials