Helping Christians better know, love, and follow Jesus through a deeper understanding of God and His Word and to equip them to help others do the same.
Upcoming Classes
Introduction to Theology
Mondays starting April 22nd through May 20th (5 weeks)
6:00-9:30 PM
Taught by Sam Draper, GCC Discipleship Pastor.
Everyone's a theologian, whether they realize it or not. We all have thoughts about God, humanity, life and death. But do we ever think about those thoughts? Or do we just parrot what others tell us. In this class, we will look at these questions from a Christian point of view and learn how good theology can change our lives.
Everyone's a theologian, whether they realize it or not. We all have thoughts about God, humanity, life and death. But do we ever think about those thoughts? Or do we just parrot what others tell us. In this class, we will look at these questions from a Christian point of view and learn how good theology can change our lives.
Spring 2024
Old Testament Survey - January 15th - February 12th
New Testament Survey - March 11th - April 8th
Survey of Christian Theology - April 22nd - May 20th
Fall 2024
Christian Apologetics -September 9th - October 7th
Christian Spiritual Formation - October 28th - November 25th
Spring 2025
Survey of Worldviews - TBD
Survey of Church History - TBD
Disciple-Making - TBD
Fall 2025
Teachings of Jesus - TBD
Introduction to Biblical Interpretation - TBD
Old Testament Survey - January 15th - February 12th
New Testament Survey - March 11th - April 8th
Survey of Christian Theology - April 22nd - May 20th
Fall 2024
Christian Apologetics -September 9th - October 7th
Christian Spiritual Formation - October 28th - November 25th
Spring 2025
Survey of Worldviews - TBD
Survey of Church History - TBD
Disciple-Making - TBD
Fall 2025
Teachings of Jesus - TBD
Introduction to Biblical Interpretation - TBD
FAQs
Who are these classes for?
GCC Institute for Spiritual Growth classes are for anyone who wants to go deeper in their faith and understanding of God and His Word.
When can I begin?
You can apply at any time. Courses begin several times through the fall and spring and can be taken in any order.
What order should the classes be taken in?
Classes can be taken in any order.
Can I take just one class?
Yes, you can take just one class or complete them all to earn a Certificate of Spiritual Growth.
What is a Certificate of Spiritual Growth?
Students who successfully complete all 10 courses graduate with a Certificate of Spiritual Growth. Typically, a student pursuing the certificate can complete it in two years.
Do I have to attend every class?
Students can miss up to 20% (one week) of each 5-week class and remain enrolled in the class.
Is the Institute for Spiritual Growth Accredited?
While seeking to deliver an undergraduate level educational experience, ISG is not accredited by any higher education association.
Will there be childcare?
Unfortunately, no. We are not able to provide childcare during the classes.
GCC Institute for Spiritual Growth classes are for anyone who wants to go deeper in their faith and understanding of God and His Word.
- Church staff seeking to refresh their knowledge base
- Second career staff seeking initial biblical education
- Elders and deacons looking to deepen their Biblical knowledge
- Small group leaders aspiring to better disciple their groups
- Bible teachers wanting to build their theological knowledge
- Volunteers developing their leadership skills
- Anyone looking to simply understand the Bible better
When can I begin?
You can apply at any time. Courses begin several times through the fall and spring and can be taken in any order.
What order should the classes be taken in?
Classes can be taken in any order.
Can I take just one class?
Yes, you can take just one class or complete them all to earn a Certificate of Spiritual Growth.
What is a Certificate of Spiritual Growth?
Students who successfully complete all 10 courses graduate with a Certificate of Spiritual Growth. Typically, a student pursuing the certificate can complete it in two years.
Do I have to attend every class?
Students can miss up to 20% (one week) of each 5-week class and remain enrolled in the class.
Is the Institute for Spiritual Growth Accredited?
While seeking to deliver an undergraduate level educational experience, ISG is not accredited by any higher education association.
Will there be childcare?
Unfortunately, no. We are not able to provide childcare during the classes.