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.
Fall 2023 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.
answers in genesis
(preschool, kids, youth)
Preschool: Room 108 (lower level, kids wing) Elementary: Room 102 (lower level, kids wing) Youth: Room 112b (lower level)
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.
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. This six week study begins on September 24.
lightbearers: a study of 1 & 2 thessalonians
Instructor: Bob Leopard
Location: Room 201 (main level)
Age: Senior adults
A verse-by-verse study of Paul’s correspondence to the Thessalonians focusing on our blessed hope, the rapture, and the retribution of God on those who do evil.
heaven
Instructor: Dale Zick
Location: Room 113c (lower level)
Age: High school to adult
What’s the big deal about heaven? All the things you wanted to ask, but never had a chance to!
answering objections to the gospel
Instructor: Pastor Reist
Location: Café (lower level)
Age: High school to adult
Discover answers to such questions as: “How do we know there is a God?” “Is Jesus Christ the only way to God?” “Is the Bible reliable?” “Is Jesus really the Son of God?” These and other objections will be raised and answered!
what is God's will?
Instructor: Phil Wielenga
Location: Room 114b (lower level)
Age: High school to adult
Using insights from the book The Four Wills of God by Emerson Eggerichs, we will explore the interplay between the general will of God for every believer and the specific will of God for the individual believer.
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