Our Christian Formation classes meet Sunday mornings at 9:45am from August to April, here is what is available this fall:
Marriage: Loving and Laughing with the Lord- Whether you’ve been married for six months or sixty years, taking time to learn and laugh together goes a long way in keeping your relationship strong. Enjoy various video presenters and discussion on marriage topics including conflict resolution, his/her needs, communication, and commitment to God and each other. No homework required unless you want to start a weekly date night! (Goldsmith, Harper, Neufeldt, Vetter).
Parents of Students: The unique challenges of raising teens today call for support, encouragement, and prayer. Teen culture has its own language, rhythm, and players. Navigation w/ your teen through it all requires discernment with a Biblical worldview in mind. Forge partnerships with other parents of students and Countryside’s student ministry team as you discuss current issues concerning students in today’s world, such as social media, sexual integrity, mental health and conflict resolution. Seek God’s heart together and reclaim your peace in parenting. (Johnson and Stevenson, plus)
Practicing the Way: Walking with Jesus is not about imitation; it’s about inhabitation. Wanting deeper fellowship with Jesus? Hoping for a change? Take time to be with Jesus, become like Him, and by His Holy Spirit be empowered to do as He did. Put yourself in a position to hear from the Lord in fresh ways through familiar and ancient Biblical and spiritual practices, both in class together and at home on your own. We’ll draw on John Mark Comer’s video material, Richard Foster’s classic, “Celebration of Discipline,” and other resources to enrich your time with the Lord. (Pastors L. Black and Bower)
Journey through the Word: A Bible Reading Course - A new three-year journey through the entire Bible! Explore how we got the Bible as it looks today. Discover how ancient manuscripts were written, how the books of the canon were chosen, and how Scripture was preserved and translated into modern English. Then read large portions of the text each week and discuss thoughts, questions, and insights as a class. Expand your understanding of the Bible as a whole and challenge yourself to consider varied interpretations of the text. (Kaufman and Rogers)
Women in the Word: Join other women in a three-and-a-half-year journey through the chronological Bible. We are currently in Genesis! Read about a chapter a day on your own throughout the week, answer a few key questions, and come prepared to share what you’ve gleaned. Fall in love with the scriptures all over again! (Anderson)
Next Step: Newer to Countryside? Need a refresher on Countryside’s beliefs and practices as an Evangelical Covenant Church? Want to get better acquainted with the staff? This 5-week course will cover topics ranging from “What is church?” to “What does the Covenant affirm?” to “How can I get involved and connected here at Countryside?” Starts Oct. 11. Reservation needed; call the church office or talk with Pastor Lynn Black. Prerequisite for leadership and membership.