Join us on Sundays at 9am.
Our equip classes are designed to do more than just fill you with knowledge. We pray that what you learn and experience in these groups leads to a stronger faith, stronger relationships, and a better knowledge of who you are in Christ.
Led by knowledgeable and passionate teachers and friends, each group is prepared to equip you with a better knowledge of God's Word and His plan for your life, wherever you're at. We hope you will join us for this hour of community (and coffee, of course)!
A gospel-driven, multi-generational ministry.
Often, there exists a gap between the needs of our world and the practical abilities of God’s people to meet those needs. Equip is created to step into this gap by developing leaders with Christ-centered, Bible-based training for everyday life. The goal is to assist Christ-followers in engaging thoughtfully and impactfully with the church and in the world around them.
Each season, a variety of classes will be offered that cover important areas of growth in the Christian life: knowing God, growing close to Him, serving Him, and sharing His good news with others. The Core Course will always be available, and you’re encouraged to attend it at least once, whether you’re new or a longtime member. This class will cover core information both about this church and the healthy Christian life.
Spring 2024 courses
core course: join the discipleship journey
Instructor: Pastor John Strubhar
Location: Room 113a (lower level)
Age: High school to adult
Learn about the history, beliefs, core values, mission and vision of EBCC (membership). Discover what the Bible says about spiritual gifts and how you can discover yours. Find out what life groups are all about, and how you can share your faith with your friends.
a better vision of manhood
Instructor: Justin Mortier
Location: Room 114a (lower level)
Age: High school to adult (men)
Strong, authentic men build strong families, churches and communities. But today, many men are in a state of drift and confusion. They are searching for a better vision for manhood in a culture that keeps changing and challenging us.
answers in genesis
(preschool, kids, youth)
Preschool: Room 108 (lower level, kids wing) Elementary: Room 102 (lower level, kids wing)
This 3-year journey through the Bible takes us chronologically from Eden to eternity, finding Jesus every step along the way. All three classes move through the Bible simultaneously, each with their own age-appropriate teaching style.
the crazy cycle in marriage
Instructor: Jim & Marlene McCann
Location: Room 113c (lower level)
Age: Adult couples and singles
Cost: $7 per person
In this four-part series in April, Dr. Emerson Eggerichs sheds light on an often overlooked, yet indispensable element of a healthy marriage – respect. Combining Biblical instruction with scientific expertise, Emerson provides insight into the unique ways in which God has designed both men and women, and how they can rightly embrace their differences in marriage and thrive by living in accordance with God’s good design.
This course requires attendance for each session as each week’s material builds on previous material. Participants can make up a missed session, but the course is not open after the first week for drop-ins. Please sign up on the church app.
the book of daniel
Instructor: Dale Zick
Location: Room 201 (main level)
Age: High school to adult
The book of Daniel provides one of the finest
examples for us to follow in Scripture. It reminds us that even in times of great trial and opposition, we as believers must and can remain faithful to God. We will find that the theme of this book is the sovereignty of God in all things.
a biblical understanding of cultural narratives
Instructor: Pastor Reist
Location: Café (lower level)
Age: High school to adult
The world is communicating to us all kinds of narratives all the time. This class will examine some of those narratives and present a Christian worldview. We will examine the identity narrative, freedom narrative, happiness narrative, and moral narrative, to mention just a few.
Objectives of Equip
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To align with and advance the mission, vision, and values of East Bay Calvary Church for the sake of the Gospel and the glory of God
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To deepen the treasure of biblical knowledge among God’s people with the aim of developing comprehensive application to the myriad of life and ministry challenges
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To equip believers in personal devotion to Jesus Christ resulting in greater love for God and more faithful obedience to Him
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To provide specific on-ramps into ministry, both formal and informal, in the church and the community
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To build a culture of action and multiplication resulting in the ongoing development of disciples and leaders
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To set the stage for more inter-generational ministry by establishing meaningful learning exchanges between the various ages