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Focus
Our focus is both towards future leaders and church-planters as well as the whole church body.
Objective
Training people to become mission minded leaders through education in Bible, theology, character, and ministry.
We have 6 classes running this fall in our new classroom space which is upstairs off the hallway that connects entrance 2 and 3 at the Holt venue (Confusing? Just ask someone on the welcome team, at the RivWarehouse, or the front desk). Please navigate this page using the tabs near the top and read about our classes, check the schedule of when they are, and sign up using the simple form. Any questions can be directed to brett.maxwell@rivchurch.com.
We have 6 classes running this fall in our new classroom space which is upstairs off the hallway that connects entrance 2 and 3 at the Holt venue (Confusing? Just ask someone on the welcome team, at the RivWarehouse, or the front desk). Please navigate this page using the tabs near the top and read about our classes, check the schedule of when they are, and sign up using the simple form. Any questions can be directed to brett.maxwell@rivchurch.com.
Focus
Our focus is both towards future leaders and church-planters as well as the whole church body.
Objective
Training people to become mission minded leaders through education in Bible, theology, character, and ministry.
Courses are six sessions or more with a heavy Bible and theology focus and are designed to build in depth.
Emmaus
Just as Jesus explained in Luke 24 how all Scripture points to himself, this class goes through a chronological survey of the Bible, from Adam through the resurrection of Jesus, showing the unity of God's story of redemption. Both simple enough for someone who has never opened a Bible, and clarifying for the long-time Bible reader. There is a course fee of $10 for the book The Stranger On The Road To Emmaus.
Sessions: 7
Instructor: Brett Maxwell
Start date: October 19
The Early Church and Its Letters [New for Spring 09!]
This class provides a survey of the New Testament church including the growth, martyrs, disputes, missionary efforts, theology, and more we find in the book of Acts. Also, an overview of the content and purposes of the letters written by the apostles in this time period. Offered for the first time in the Spring of 2009, we ask that everyone take the Emmaus or Route 66 class as a prerequisite.
Sessions: 9
Instructor:
Brett Maxwell Start date: January 2009
Route 66
The first half of our seminary-level, twelve-session survey of the Bible, Part I of Route 66 presents an overview of the Bible from the Creation (Genesis) to the time of the Judges. Included in our six weeks of study will be: an evaluation of the different interpretive views of Genesis 1-2; the complementary design and roles of men and women; the origins of Satan and the consequences of the Fall; the Patriarchs and the essential role of the Abrahamic Covenant in comprehending the Bible; the relationship between the Law of Moses and Christians today; and the moral difficulties concerning the Conquest of Canaan. There is a $20 fee to cover class materials, including an ESV Bible.
Sessions: 6
Instructor: Chuck Wynn
Route 66 (part 2)
The second half of our seminary-level, twelve-session survey of the Bible, Part II of Route 66 presents an overview of the Bible from the United Monarchy Period (1 & 2 Samuel) to the Book of Revelation. Included in our six weeks of study will be: an examination of the Davidic and New Covenants; Israel's history in the context of the Ancient Near-East; the developing picture of the Messianic Kingdom; the introduction of apocalyptic literature in such OT books as Daniel, Ezekiel, and Zechariah; the fulfillment of OT prophecies concerning the Messiah through the person and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth; the relationship and distinctions between Israel and the Church; a brief survey of differing schools of eschatology; and the gleaning of a correct understanding of Revelation through the lens of both Old and New Testament prophecy. Attendance of part 1 is required as a prerequisite to this class. There is a $20 fee to cover class materials.
Sessions: 6
Instructor: Chuck Wynn
Seminars are one to five sessions dealing with a specific issue within the Christian life or ministry and are designed to be taken based on life-situation or interest.
Decisions [New for Fall 08!]
Many Christians struggle with life-changing and everyday decisions while trying fervently to find God's will, yet often times God seems to be silent. This class examines how God speaks to us and guides our decisions.
Sessions: 4
Instructor:
Brett Maxwell and Dan Price
Start date: October 26
The Man Class [New for Fall 08!]
Men, you’ve been lied to – long and often. In our culture today, church is for wimps and living for Jesus is effeminate. What happened to the men we read about in Scripture who fought lions by hand, defended their homeland, committed their lives to the power of the gospel, and turned cities upside down for Christ? How do we define biblical masculinity? What does it take to be a biblical husband and father? This class will help to answer these questions and give you theologically informed practices to live out your calling as a man.
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Steve Sommerlot
Start date: September 28
Doubting the Faith
"Help my unbelief" said a man to Jesus in Mark 9 and Jesus then gave him more evidence. Both Christians and non-Christians have doubts about the faith. This class sets out to contest those doubts, affirm that faith is not blind, and show Christians how to respond to their own doubts and the doubts of others. A survey of worldviews and world religions will be followed by common objections to the faith and rational explanations of the faith.
Sessions: 4
Instructor:
Brett MaxwellStart date: September 14
Crash-course Theology [New for Fall 08!]
A one session class to complement the Membership class, this time is spent going through Riverview's Beliefs by explaining each part in detail, presenting other views, and explaining the reasoning behind Riverview's beliefs.
Sessions: 1
Instructor:
Brett MaxwellStart date: December 7
Membership
If you’re interested in becoming a member and deepening your commitment to the local church, this class will help you understand what Riverview is all about, why we do what we do, and what it means to be a Christian. Childcare and lunch is provided as this class runs from 11:30 to 2ish.
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Steve Sommerlot
Start date: September 21
Building Convictions
This class walks you through five foundational truths that will build your faith and walk with God - from the bottom up. Having a good foundation is vitally important as we look into these areas: The Importance of the Word; God’s Presence and Power – the Holy Spirit; Who We Are In Christ – Our Identity; Changing Our Thought Patterns; Understanding Forgiveness (God-You-Others). This class will equip you with the understanding you need to live confidently before God and see God change your life as you serve Him.
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Paul DenHerder
Small Group Leaders
An hour long overview and training of Riverview’s desire to connect, build, and train disciples through meaningful relationships in a small group setting.
Sessions: 1
Instructor:
Paul DenHerderPremarriage Seminar
We all want a successful, fulfilled marriage that will last a lifetime. As part of Riverview's Premarriage ministry, this seminar provides the perfect opportunity to gain God’s insights into your future mate’s expectations, as well as time-tested principles for a satisfying lifelong partnership.
Sessions: 1 (followed by regular mentoring)
Contact: Marty and Dawn Valley
Discipleship Seminar
In Riverview’s Discipleship Class, we’ll return to 1st Century Galilee to study discipleship in its original context. We’ll apply these principles to our lives, learning what it means to be a disciple and to disciple others.
Sessions: 4
Instructor:
James GrangerMembership
- 9/21, 10/19 (same class offered twice)
The Man Class
- 11:30am Sundays
- 9/28, 10/5, 10/12
Emmaus
- 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, off 1 week, 12/7
Decisions
- 11:30am Sundays
- 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16
Crash-course Theology
Doubting the Faith
- 9:30am Sundays
- 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, off 1 week, 10/12
