The Greenhouse is a practical education program designed to help God’s people lead and influence their families, neighbors, coworkers, and church. Since God’s Word is profitable for teaching, for redirecting, for correcting, and for training in righteousness, all these classes will involve learning Biblical information combined with practical and relevant tools and exercises to live it out in daily life.  Classes will be relevant for:

Greenhouse Classes typically take place on Sundays or Wednesdays.
E-mail the office if you have questions about upcoming classes.
Check back here for scheduled start dates and registration links.

Future topics include:

• Sharing Your Faith
• The Story of God
• Resolving Everyday Conflict
• Money God's Way

Date:     Wednesdays, beginning Sept. 10
Time:     6:30pm
Length:     4 weeks

Topics to be covered in this class:

1. Give Up Control - The goal of parenting is not to control your child’s life; they will quickly outgrow your authority and be independent individuals. Don’t miss the big picture of what God has called you to do.
2. Shape Their Character - Your children will reveal their lack of character over and over again. Learn how to lovingly expose the sin in their hearts and point them to the forgiveness of Jesus.
3. Thrive In The Teen Years - Culture portrays this period of life as a chaotic season to be survived, but the Bible is very optimistic about what can be accomplished. Learn how to make the most of the teen years and help them successfully transition from childhood to adulthood.
4. Rest In God - Parents who rest in God will experience abounding joy as a mother or father. This hope-infused conclusion will remind you that God never calls you to raise your kids without first providing you everything you need.

Date:     Wednesdays, beginning Sept. 17
Time:     6:30pm
Length:     14 weeks
More info to come. There will be a cost of $35 for this class for materials.

Date:     Fridays, beginning Sept. 26
Time:     6:00pm
Length:     5 weeks

The Bible is not a random collection of stories. Instead it is one overarching story of God relating to humanity.   Each event has significance beyond it’s time and locality.  This course uses a unique way of learning to get students to grasp the big picture of what God is doing in the world yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

Date:     Wednesdays, beginning Oct. 8
Time:     6:30pm
Length:     7 weeks

The Old Testament includes a vast number of historical events, religious teachings, poetry, and prophecy covering thousands of years. This class provides a panoramic view of these in such a way that links them to each other. The class examines the cultures, geography, traditions, and people in order to better understand their significance in the overarching unfolding plan of God in human history.

Registration opens September 1.

Date:     Wednesdays, beginning Nov. 19
Time:     6:30pm
Length:     4 weeks

Topics to be covered in this class:

1. Disappointed Dreamers - No matter how long you have been married, you must continually realign your expectations so you aren’t discouraged and disappointed by the reality of your relationship.
2. The Spouse Of Your Dreams - Learn how to treat your husband or wife with integrity and faithfulness so they fully entrust themselves to your care. Work through the bonus Trust Questionnaire with your spouse or fiancé for added application.
3. What Dreams Are Made Of - Why do couples fail to experience the marriage of their dreams? They point the finger of blame and hold grudges. Instead, discover how to fight for your relationship by practicing confession and forgiveness each day.
4. All You Need Is (Cruciform) Love - There are many definitions of love out there, but you only need to follow one example: the cross of Christ. Remind yourself how with the bonus 23 Things That Love Is And Does worksheet.

Registration opens October 1.