Education Classes
At First, continuing education and learning is important and Bible classes are offered for all ages from 3 years through adults.
Adult Classes
Adult classes are taught on Sunday mornings during the Education Hour from 9:30 – 10:15 AM. Classes are different every quarter and topics range from studying books of the Bible and other theological books, to classes on parenting and current issues, and a variety of other things. These classes are open to everyone and a nursery and Bible class is available in the Education Building for infants through second grade.
This session, the adult class will be a video/discussion series called The Apostle John, focusing on his gospel and Revelation (with a sprinkling of apologetics). The Apostle John is a fascinating figure with a unique writing style. Join us for this survey of The Gospel of John and Revelation, looking at the context in which he was writing and the value he offers for apologetics. The lecturer in the video series will be Bruce Gore.
1st-12th Grade Classes
Classes for 1st through 12th grade are on Sunday mornings from 9:30 – 10:15 AM in the Education Building (1st – 8th grades) or the Loft (9th -12th grades).
1st grade – 3rd grade:
This class focuses on building relationships and community while growing in understanding of the Bible. They do this through discussing Scripture together each week, as they follow through the Bible chronologically using The Gospel Project curriculum. Through each story they learn that the
gospel message changes everything. We believe it is important for all kids to understand the Bible is not just a collection of stories, but one cohesive story – God’s story of redemption.
4th grade – 5th grade:
The Gospel Project for Kids Volume 9, “From Death to Resurrection – The Gospels” will be the curriculum. Themes will include Jesus as our perfect prophet, priest, and king as we teach through the gospels with Jesus’ death and resurrection. Teaching time will also include discipleship, sharing, lesson-themed games, and activities.
6th grade – 8th grade:
Who is Jesus? Who is this somewhat mysterious character that claims to be Lord or was he just a liar and a lunatic? For over 2,000 years, people everywhere have continued to grapple with this all-important question. The answer is available—but is often clouded by misunderstanding and mistruth. Unfortunately, this is especially the case on today’s college campuses, where facts are regularly blurred in the name of tolerance and pluralism. TrueU: Who Is Jesus? is designed to help students and young adults discover the truth about Jesus—for themselves. Dr. Del Tackett, host of Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project.
9th grade – 12th grade:
The Heidelberg Catechism has been instrumental in nourishing the faith of the church, young and old, for hundreds of years. This year, we will continue looking at the Heidelberg Catechism as our curriculum. Each week we will learn not just about our Christian faith, but also how to live in the light of that faith.
Children’s Church
Children, ages 3 years – 3rd grade, attend the first part of the worship service with their parents. Once dismissed, they are escorted to Children’s Church in the Education Building by our ministry team. Children’s Church is a time to engage in worship, gospel-centered teaching, games, and activities. Following large group time, children break out into small groups led by our ministry team and designed to apply what they have learned. The Gospel Project curriculum is designed for children to learn God’s story of redemption as we study the Bible chronologically from Genesis to Revelation.
Nursery (Infants & Toddlers)
A nursery is available upstairs in the Education Building during the 10:30 AM worship service and is staffed by volunteers from First CRC. A paging system is available for contacting parents, if they are needed during the worship service.