First Baptist Church-Garland - Equipping Center

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Equipping Center/ Adult Discipleship

At FBC, we have a strong commitment to both evangelism and discipleship - reaching people with the saving message of Christ and helping them grow in their relationship with Him.

In addition to adult Sunday School, we offer relevant, topical studies in The Equipping Center. During the Fall and Winter/Spring semesters, studies are offered on Sunday evenings. These small group studies usually involve a study guide, longer class times, and more in-depth study of particular topics. We feel like they provide participants with Biblical “handles” on life issues they face everyday. Among the topics recently covered have been Christian parenting, marriage enrichment, Christian financial management, Bible study methods, and other key principles of meaningful Christian life.

Our Equipping Center studies, which supplement our Sunday School ministry, meet at the church, The Equipping Center classes are on Sunday evenings, from 5 pm - 7 pm. They are meant to supplement the Bible study offered through Sunday School, not replace it. Childcare is provided at the church during these small group times.

For more information about our Adult Discipleship ministries, please contact our Minister of Education, Doug Powell.

Winter 2012 Classes

The following list of discipleship studies is being planned for the Fall Equipping Center at FBC. Brief descriptions of each class are provided, together with the cost of materials (if any). Classes vary in length from 8 weeks to 12 weeks, but all begin on or after January 8 and end on or before April 22.

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Unless otherwise noted, classes start Sunday, January 8 @ 5 pm.

CROWN MINISTRIES

10 sessions Location: 153/155

Study Leaders: Paul & Starla Harrison
This 10-week class teaches the successful combination of Gods wisdom along with practical principles for biblical stewardship.
Materials: $25 singles; $35 couples

IT COULD HAPPEN TOMORROW

8 sessions Room 360

Study Leader: Dale Grounds
This study of biblical prophecy examines the record of Scripture to give you answers to the following questions: Could we really be in the last days? Is Jesus really going to come again, and could it be today or tomorrow? What indicators are present that would cause me to believe that time is short? Know the truth from God's Word about this important topic. Materials: $10

THE UNSHAKABLE TRUTH
12 sessions Room 157

Study Leader: Doug Powell

Delve deeper into your relational journey with Christ. This class offers a full introduction to twelve core truths of the Christian faith. Find answers to questions such as, "What do I believe, and why do I believe it?" "How is my belief relevant to my life?" and "How do I pass my Christian faith on to my family?"
Materials $10.

THe WAY OF THE MASTER

8 sessions Room 152

Study Leaders: Brandon and Christina Ritter
Learn how to share your faith without fear! Learn how to share your faith the way Jesus did simply, effectively, and biblically. The Way of the Master will equip you to confidently lead anyone-friend, family member, coworker, neighbor, or stranger on the street to a clear understanding of repentance and what it means to be a true and active follower of Jesus Christ. Materials: $6

Special Needs Ministry (begins February 12)

Room 320

Leader: Sheri Dacon

A ministry for parents of special-needs individuals that offers encouragement, advice, and support in raising a person with special needs. The four goals of the ministry are:
Provide Christian support and prayer for parents of special needs individuals.
Educate parent on relevant special-needs topics.
Provide biblical perspective and answers to the problems special-needs parents face.
Bring the lost to Christ by providing an outreach ministry to the special-needs community.

WHAT ABOUT MY CHILDREN?

While you are in one of our Equipping Center studies, we have caring, competent, fun activities for children from birth through 5th grade. These children’s activities begin receiving children at 4:45 pm, allowing you plenty of time to get to class on time.