FORMATION
Being Formed Into His Likeness
We pursue the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in order to be formed into the image of Jesus (2 Cor. 3:18). We do this by abiding in Him daily (John 15) and through a variety of ongoing formation opportunities.
And we all, with unveiled face... are being transformed into His image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. 2 Corinthians 3:18
Abide in me as I abide in you... If you abide in me, you will bear much fruit... This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples. John 15:4-5
Formation Opportunities
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A Formation Circle is a group of 3 or more people committed to 12 months of formation together through daily abiding practices and a weekly gathering for encouragement, celebration, and prayer.
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In these weekly Bible studies, we invite the Holy Spirit to teach us as we read the Scripture, engage in group discussion, and pray together.
Men’s FBS - Thursdays • 6:30 AM • The Skyline Library, and the last Thursday of the month at Harvey Bakery Library
Women’s FBS - Thursdays • 11:00 AM • The Living Room located on the north end of the second floor (childcare provided)
Sunday Morning FBS - Sundays • 9:00 AM • The Class Room located on the north end of the second floor (childcare provided)
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Quarterly Bible Class (QBC) – Once per quarter, we offer 4-week classes on Sundays at 9:00am that cover a variety of topics that help form and equip us as disciples of Jesus.
Parenting & Marriage Class – Meets on Sundays at 9:00am each week when Quarterly Bible Classes are not in session and is specifically aimed at topics pertaining to families. *In The Living Room located on the north end of the second floor.
Seasonal Formation Classes – Seasonal studies, such as Soul Care or Living Fearless, that take place during the week or through weekend intensives.
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Formation Gatherings are quarterly, gender-specific, and generational, such as Women’s Table or Men’s Retreat.
In these gatherings, we seek to deepen our discipleship to Jesus and intentionally connect with others in our church family.
Keep an eye on the Events page for all upcoming opportunities for formation.
QUARTERLY BIBLE CLASSES
Sundays, September 13th-October 4th, 9:00am-10:00am
Paul's life contains some of the most pivotal stories in the life of the early church. In this class, we'll follow Paul's narrative to see the God at work behind it all, breaking into Paul's life and the church at large in surprising, encouraging, and instructive ways time after time.
Life of Paul
Life of Abraham
Abraham's life contains some of the most foundational stories for the people of God. In this class, we'll follow Abraham's narrative to see the God behind it all—the One who calls, makes impossible promises, and provides in profound ways—and let it deepen our trust in a God who keeps His word.
FORMATION CIRCLES
Abiding in Jesus Together
A Formation Circle is 3–5 people committed to being formed into the likeness of Jesus together. Throughout the year, we move through four seasonal formation cycles, practicing one spiritual rhythm at a time, gathering regularly for honest conversation and prayer, and encouraging one another to abide with Jesus in everyday life.
Staff
Megan DeShazo
Formation Director
Kelly Patterson
Women’s Ministry Director (35+)
Billy Patterson
Men’s Ministry Director (35+)
Brooks Stephenson
Sunday Formation Director