Discipleship, the process by which people grow to become more Christ-like, is at the very heart of our church’s mission: To know Christ and to share Christ with others. We believe that this requires that we be in the Word daily—studying it, praying over it, and obeying it.
Community Church offers a selection of Bible-based study opportunities to help members grow in their faith. Small groups and short-term Bible studies are started at various times throughout the year, and in-depth, time-intensive studies begin each fall.
Disciple and Short Term Bible Studies
DISCIPLEis an in-depth, discussion-based small group Bible study, whose purpose is to transform our lives by strengthening our faith while guiding us into service. Following a series of testimonials starting in August, our Disciple Bible Study Program will commence with a general Disciple Orientation Meeting September 8th with classes starting the following week. Please check the Bulletin for times and dates. All classes will meet weekly on a designated day/evening for approximately 2-2 ½ hours. You will be asked to purchase a study manual (approx. $35) that will be combined with a DVD that we supply to guide your reading of Scripture with discussion being facilitated by a Disciple class leader. Note that after completing Disciple 1, subsequent Disciple class studies many be taken in any order.
DISCIPLE 1: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study is the class to take if you’ve never completed a Disciple Bible study. Participants will read over 70% of the Bible over the course of 34 weeks, spending an equal number of weeks studying the Old and New Testaments. No prerequisite required. Offered Wednesday mornings at 9 am and Wednesday evenings at 7 pm.
DISCIPLE 2: Into the Word, Into the Worldbuilds on the biblical knowledge gained in Disciple 1, and helps us to continue our walk of faith as we strive to become Disciples of Christ. This 32-week Bible study class moves deeper into the word with a study of Genesis, Exodus, Luke, and Acts. Completion of Disciple 1 required to take this class. Existing class offerings include Wednesdays at 7 pm; other class offerings will be based on interest.
DISCIPLE 3: Remember Who You Are challenges us to remember our biblical heritage as a people “set apart” for service while renewing our vision and place of community. This 32 week study concentrates on the writings of the Old Testament prophets and on the Letters of Paul. Completion of Disciple 1 required to take this class. Offered Wednesdays at 7 pm.
DISCIPLE 4: Under the Tree of Life, the final 32 week study in the four-phase Disciple program, concentrates on the Writings in the Old Testament and the Gospel of John, 1,2,3 John, James, Jude and Revelation in the New Testament. Completion of Disciple 1 required to take this class. Offered Sunday mornings at 9:30 am.
CHRISTIAN BELIEVER: This 30 week study focuses on the central teachings of the Christian faith and its ties to Scripture. It will investigate what the church teaches and how it makes a difference in our own lives and what it means to be a Christian. No prerequisite required. Class offerings (day and time) will be based on interest.
Other Short Term Small Group Bible Study Opportunities
Recognizing that not everyone can commit to a 30+ week Bible Study, we also offer short-term (typically 8-12 weeks) small group Bible Study opportunities. The topic and times vary depending on interest, but typically we try to offer a variety of small groups from leaders like Beth Moore, Dave Ramsey (Financial Peace University) and John Ortberg.
How to participate
Come explore your faith! Please prayerfully consider which group is the best fit for your needs and interests. You do not need to be a member of Community Church to participate in a small group or Disciple study. Please print this PDF, fill in the appropriate information and return it to the church. We look forward to having you grow your faith with us!
|
