The Equiping ministry facilitates focused discipleship training through periodic workshops, guest speakers, seminars, and courses to equip God’s people to be mature and loving followers of Christ.
Classes and Groups:
Children’s Classes: Begins September 14, Building 3, 9:30-10:30 am for four years old to 5th grade; Drop off at 9:20 am. Contact Louise Winsor.
Middle School Students: In Student Center, Building 6, Sundays, 9:30-10:30 am. Youth Group Fellowship on Fridays 7:00-9:00 pm. Contact Tate Durand.
High School Students: In Activities Center, Building 5, Sundays, 9:30-10:30 am. Youth Group Fellowship on Fridays 7:00-9:00 pm Contact John Mack.
Don’t Waste Your Life – In Room 410, 9:30-10:30 am, September 14-October 19. What if life is not about surviving, but about radical living for Jesus’ name and fame? Over these 6 weeks, through Scripture, honest reflection, and vibrant
discussions, we will reignite our devotion for our “First Love” and learn to live with eternity in view. If you are done with lukewarm faith and ready to pursue daily, passionate intimacy with the Savior of the world, this is your invitation! Contact Glen Miller.
A Study in the Book of Ecclesiastes – In Room 3171, 7:00 pm, Mondays, September 29-January 12. Contact Jamie Allen.
Alpha Marriage: In Welcome Center, Fridays, October 10-November 14, 7:00-9:00 pm. Great marriages don’t just happen! All couples are welcome to join the 6-week long marriage course. Contact Frank Chen.
Alpha Course – In Room 101, 9:30-10:30 am, October 12-November 16. Whether you are new to Christianity or curious about how to become a Christian, you are invited to join our Alpha Course. Contact Frank Chen.
Discover Class – In Room 410, 9:30-10:30 am, A four-part program meeting October 26-November 16. Whether you’re new to Valley Church or you’ve been around for years, this class is for you. Join us and learn more about our church, our faith, and ways to grow deeper in your relationship with God and our church family. Each week you’ll connect with others, get to know church leaders, and be encouraged on your faith journey. At the conclusion of the class, you will have the opportunity to become a church member if you feel led to do so. Contact Alex Auer or Andy Drake.
Practicing the Way: The Sabbath Practice – In Room 410, 9:30-10:30 am, November 27-December 14. Please join us for a four-session journey into what Jesus called “rest for your souls.” We’ll watch a video, have small group discussions, and reflect together what it means to put into practice opportunities to stop, rest, delight, and worship. Led by Andy Drake.
Groups meet from 9:00-10:30 am in various rooms on the church campus. Contact Steve Noble.