Sunday Classes – Spring 2023

Sunday Classes will help us go deeper into theology, cultural issues, and practical Christian living.

All around us, cultural pressure is increasing and theological literacy is declining. There is increasing confusion and dysfunction. As a result, we believe that an hour of worship and preaching is no longer enough to fully equip the church for its calling in this age. Sunday Classes will help us go deeper into theology, cultural issues, and practical Christian living.

To hear more about Sunday Classes, click on video below.

1. Church History, Part 2 – The 4th through 6th Centuries

Along with the Bible and theology, there is no better way to strengthen our grasp of truth than to see how it was applied (and misapplied) in the history of the Church. We will cover the 4th through 6th centuries exploring such topics as persecution, heresy and the development of the canon of Scripture.

Details:

Teacher: Robin Boisvert

Dates: February 19 – April 2, 2023

Time: Sundays, 9:15–10:00am

Where: Covenant Life Church

Format: Lecture

Suggested Resource: Christianity Through the Centuries by Earl E. Cairns

Additional Free Resource: Why Bother With History?

2. Foundations of Church Life

The Christian life is not always easy, but it’s not complicated either. To keep our faith on track, often we need to go back to the basics. In this class we’ll explore the foundations of the Christian life, which are also the foundations of our church. We will cover topics like developing Christian convictions, living in Christian community, and loving our neighbors.

Whether you are just starting out in the faith or need a jumpstart, you will grow as you learn and apply the principles of this class in your life. New church members or people exploring church membership are strongly encouraged to attend. A course manual will be provided.

Details:
Teachers: Kevin Rogers, Pat Ennis, Dave Calderone & Dave Wilcox
Dates: February 19 – April 2, 2023
Time: Sundays, 9:15–10:00am
Where: Covenant Life Church
Format: Teaching & Discussion

3. Marriage Workshop

There are no perfect marriages. Whether you are just married or past your Silver Anniversary, struggling significantly or enjoying smooth sailing, there is always room to grow and improve. Marriage is the most significant human relationship you will ever have, and it takes work. This class will apply the truths of Scripture to all aspects of marriage: communication, resolving conflict, assessing your strengths and weakness, facing challenges, and working together to learn and grow.

Details:
Teacher: Jamie Leach
Dates: February 19 – April 2, 2023
Time: Sundays, 9:15–10:00am
Where: Covenant Life Church
Format: Workshop (includes short presentations, class discussions, exercises and activities)
Suggested Books:
Marriage and the Mystery of the Gospel by Ray Ortlund, Tim Keller
With These Words - Five Communication Tools for Marriage and Life by Rob Flood
When Sinners Say "I Do" Discovering the Power of the Gospel for Marriage by Dave Harvey
The Meaning of Marriage by Tim Keller with Kathy Keller

4. Re:Engage the Culture

In Part 1 of Re:Engage from fall 2022, we discussed the dominant cultural beliefs around us. In Part 2 we will examine the objections raised about Christianity from our surrounding culture. Part 2 will show that the case against faith is not strong at all. Though many people have sincere questions, and heartfelt objections about our faith, there are rich resources in scripture and the church to answer each person with honesty and empathy.

Starting February 19 there will be two sections of this class that will meet concurrently. In this section, we will use McLaughlin’s Confronting Christianity, with weekly readings prior to class. (Section 2 will be for teens, their parents, and young adults. See class below.)

Details:

Teachers: Philip Martin

Dates: February 19 – April 2, 2023

Time: Sundays, 9:15–10:00am

Where: Covenant Life Church

Format: Teaching & Discussion

Required Resource: Confronting Christianity by Rebecca McGlaughlin

5. Re:Engage the Culture (for High Schoolers, their Parents & Young Adults)

This is section 2 of the class above, specifically geared towards teens, their parents and young adults. The section will cover the same content as the class above but with different illustrations, emphases and discussion questions. We will also use a different resource which is not required.

Details:
Teachers: Todd Keeler, Jose Troche, Roddy Aguirre
Dates: February 19-April 2
Time: Sundays, 9:15-10am
Where: Covenant Life Church
Format: Teaching & Discussion
Suggested Book: 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity by Rebecca McGlaughlin

6. Relationships: A Mess Worth Making

Register–Relationships

Relationships can be messy. But they are a mess worth making. Join us as we consider biblically the primary purpose of relationships, and how important they are in conforming us to the image of Jesus Christ.

Details:
Teachers: Pat Ennis, Roddy Aguirre
Dates: February 19 – April 2, 2023
Time: Sundays, 9:15–10:00am
Where: Covenant Life Church
Format: Teaching & Discussion

Required Book: Relationships: A Mess Worth Making by Paul Tripp and Tim Lane

7. Women's Bible Study: The Sermon on the Mount

REGISTER-WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

Jesus' powerful Sermon on the Mount from Matthew 5- 7, can be understood as Jesus teaching his listeners how to live, repent, and thrive in their complicated world. The study will help us examine often familiar parts of Scripture - such as the Beatitudes and laying up our treasures in Heaven - in light of the present kingdom of grace and the promised kingdom of glory, ushered in by Jesus. Back then, Jesus' listeners encountered a focused, intentional, and accessible teacher who deeply cared about them. So it is today for current students of this wonderful sermon.

Details:
Teachers: Lissa Allen & Kathy Pechan
Dates: February 19-April 2
Time: Sundays, 9:15-10am
Where: Covenant Life Church
Format: Bible Study questions at home with teaching and group discussions during class.
Required Book: The Sermon on the Mount by Jen Wilkin.

YOUTH CLASSES

1. HIGH SCHOOL

High Schoolers will join their parents and young adults for the Re:Engage Culture (High Schoolers) class listed above.

2. MIDDLE SCHOOL

Register – Middle School CLASS

Middle Schoolers will meet together for a time of teaching, discussion and fellowship.

Details:

Teacher: JD Garris & CLC Parents
Dates: February 19-April 2, 2023
Time: Sundays, 9:15–10am
Where: Covenant Life Church
Format: Teaching & Discussion