Book of the Bible

Calvary Baptist | February 19, April 29, May 20 | 3:00 – 4:45pm | View Calendar
In February, April and May, Russ Whitfield will lead seminars on the Prophetic Literature (Isaiah through Malachi), Mark, and Revelation, respectively. Each seminar is open to all, whether you are new to reading the bible or have more experience. Please read through the book(s) of the month prior to the class.

Facilitator: Russ Whitfield
May Registration deadline: May 17
Contact: Johanna Montague
Next: Fall 2012

Grace Downtown Membership Seminar

Calvary Baptist | Saturday, April 28 | 9:00am – 4:00pm* | View Calendar
Committing yourself to a local expression of Jesus’ church, and inviting the community to commit itself to you, is an important part of being a follower of Jesus. Come find out what it means to become a member of Grace Downtown at this all-day seminar. We will cover the purpose and vision of Grace DC as well as the church’s beliefs and teaching. Attendance does not obligate you to become a member, but this is the first step required in the membership process.

*Light refreshments served. Lunch is not provided.

Facilitators: Glenn Hoburg, Russ Whitfield, David Noble
Childcare: None provided; parents may alternate in the AM and PM
Registration deadline: Wednesday, April 25
Contact: Elizabeth LeRoy
Next: Fall 2012 

Is Marriage Over?

Calvary Baptist | Saturday, May 19 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | View Calendar
The latest statistics show more and more people are choosing to delay or opt out of marriage. Marriage is seen as less beneficial to or unnecessary for a fulfilling life. Yet the Bible shows God creating and blessing the institution of marriage. What’s behind this cultural change? Why is marriage unappealing to so many? What does it mean to live well in marriage or out of it (single)? How does the Christian faith offer insight and hope? Join us as we discuss these and other questions regarding marriage.

Facilitator: Glenn Hoburg
Contact: Johanna Montague

Preparing for Marriage Seminar

Grace DC Office | Saturday, July 21 | 9:00am – 4:00pm | View Calendar
Getting married—uniting yourself to another person in a life-long, whole-life bond—is a life-altering event that requires preparation. In this pre-marital seminar, we’ll be talking about the purpose of marriage, communication, conflict-resolution, sexual intimacy, time, money, children, and other joys and challenges experienced in marriage. Singles and non-engaged couples are also welcomed. This seminar is required if a Grace DC pastor is officiating your wedding. Grace Downtown members please contact Johanna about additional steps in the pre-marriage process.

Facilitators: Glenn Hoburg, David Noble, Russ Whitfield
Level: All
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 18
Contact: Johanna Montague 

Financial Principles Workship

Grace DC Office | Sundays, March 4, 11 & 25 | 3:30 – 4:45pm | View Calendar
Interested in managing finances from a biblical perspective? Curious about how your finances, faith and heart are related? Join this group, led by our diaconate, that will discuss God’s part and our part in managing our finances, handling debt, giving and saving, family finances, and contentment and peace. We will be using the Crown Financial Participant Manual to work through these questions & other questions. Students will be asked to track expenses for one month and compose a budget. Privacy regarding finances will be maintained.

Date: Sundays, March 4, 11 & 25, 3:30–4:45pm
Facilitator: Grace Downtown Diaconate
Manual: Purchase your manual online when you sign up. (There will be homework for the first class.)
Contact: Johanna Montague

Community Group New Leader Training

Grace DC Office | Sunday, June 10th, 9:30am – 2:30pm & Monday, March 11th, 6:30pm – 9:30pm |
View Calendar | Next Trainings: Fall 2012
On Sunday morning we’ll examine the purpose and vision of our Community Groups, how they implement the core values of Grace Downtown, and learn and practice the essentials of group dynamics through case studies of common challenges. We’ll spend Monday evening interacting with a panel of past and current CG leaders as well as covering the structure of the CG Ministry and the process of becoming a leader. This seminar is required for all prospective Community Group leaders. Those who simply want to learn more about our CG ministry, as well as those who are interested in leadership but are as yet undecided, are also welcome. Attendance does not entail a commitment to become a CG leader. Offered three times per year.

Facilitator: David Noble
Level: All
Registration deadline: Thursday, June 7th
Contact: Johanna Montague
Next Trainings: Fall 2012