Pathways to Maturity

Pathways To Maturity are groups of classes in a general area of learning. Each Pathway is designed to give you the equipping you will need to reach a mature understanding of that topic. Over the course of two to three years you will be able to participate in a wide variety of classes that are all linked together. If you follow one of these Pathways, you will be prepared to confidently minister to others in some valuable way.

Each class will meet on Tuesdays and run for 8 weeks and last an hour and a half, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM with snacks and drinks provided from 7:00 to 7:30 and during a 15 minute break in the middle of the class. Notebooks with study notes or outlines will be provided as a part of the class. If there is a book that is the basis of the class study, a fee will be requested for the cost of the book. Some classes will be based on a professional video series from another source.

These Pathways To Maturity are intended to prepare you for
a mature Christian life and for ministry in the body of Christ. Each class will be repeated again so that you will have ample opportunity to participate in all classes in that Pathway. A certificate of completion will be issued for each Pathway that a student completes, recognizing their achievement and their qualification for ministry.

Good Sense Financial Management
(no charge for this class)
This class is a presentation of the Willow Creek Association program on the Biblical guidelines for managing and spending your money. A workbook is provided and discussion about the material is planned for each class session. This class will assist you in becoming a good steward of the material resources that God has given you.
A part of the Practical Christian Living Pathway
Taught by: Ruth Taylor & Laura Krupa

How To Study The Bible Effectively
(no charge for this class)
This is the beginning class for getting into Bible study and understanding what is being said and what applications you can make from what you study. You will learn how to gather background information, understand the context of the book you are studying and how to cross reference each section with the rest of the Scriptures to find the balance.
A part of the Knowing the Bible Pathway
Taught by: Dennis Free

Leadership 101 (no charge for this class)
This class will provide a basic understanding of leadership in a spiritual environment along with fundamental principles of leadership as a unique function within any culture. This class is designed for those who want to be in a leadership role and need to know how to lead others in a Biblical way.
A part of the Spiritual Leadership Pathway
Taught by: Rich Raad

To ensure that we have enough books and delicious snacks for everyone, please call the church office at (630) 627-7202 or email Brandie at braad@folc.net to sign up for your Pathway.

Classes start Tuesday, March 4th, at 7:00PM.