What are Core Classes?
Core Classes help us grasp the scope of Christian doctrine, devotion, and discipleship. They blend the relaxed atmosphere of an adult Sunday school class with the scope of a Bible college or seminary education—offering the ideal way to deepen your knowledge.
And, as these classes are designed to help equip, train, and encourage you in your understanding and application of God’s Word, our teachers may recommend resources for you to purchase and provide recommended reading and/or other projects that you can work on outside your time in class. However, please note that you won't be required to purchase any items or complete any outside work to join and enjoy learning in these classes.
Classes meet every Sunday morning at 8:30am and 10:30am.
What Courses are Offered?
There are multiple core courses offered on a rotating basis to allow the motivated learner to complete a Bible college/seminary overview of Christian doctrine, devotion, and discipleship. Currently, we offer classes in the following areas: Biblical Studies, Theology, Christian Living, and Ministry Skills.
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Upcoming Classes
January 5 - March 9, 2025
8:30 am (1st service)
Essentials I
Taught by Mark Bundy & Mark Vaughan | Classroom: Upper KC-1
The most important course in Kindred’s Core program! This course is the gateway to all other courses in the Core program, as it establishes you in the essentials of Christian Doctrine, Devotion and Discipleship. The course material is equally beneficial to you whether you are a first-time student or a teacher looking for material to train others!
Cultivating a Godly Marriage
Taught by Mike & Jan Martin-Vegue |Classroom: Lower KC-3
This class is a biblical study of God’s design, centered in the gospel, for cultivating a godly marriage. We will study the foundation, purpose, priority, purity, and permanence of marriage. We will also study the biblical roles of the husband and wife, matters of the heart, effective communication, conflict resolution, and intimacy with a focus on theology and the gospel. The goal is to understand biblical truths to strengthen marriages that will honor and glorify God.
Biblical Prayer (February 9 to March 9)
Taught by Gerry Edwards | Lower KC-4
This class is designed to provide a clear, straight forward understanding of bible centered prayer. Rooted in the Bible, the class will emphasize the importance of prayer in the believer’s new life in Christ and look at the biblical commands regarding prayer, learn how to pray, and the necessity of prayer for growing in The Faith and obedience.
Church History - Forerunners of the Faith (Oct. 20 - Feb. 2)
Taught by Dave Vaughan | Classroom: Lower KC-4
This class will introduce believers to the rich heritage of God’s church. It focuses on both significant figures in church history though the while also providing a basic framework and context for understanding important events and developments.
10:30 am (2nd service)
James: A Call to Living Faith
Taught by Victor Mejia | Upper KC-2A
In his letter, James calls for Christians to not be content with a half-hearted, compromising faith. James deals with very practical issues, such as trials and suffering, temptation, poverty and wealth, the role of works, the taming of the tongue, and implications of a Christian worldview. It is a call to be a doer and not just a hearer of the Word of God. Studying this letter will help us get rid of worldliness while challenging us to demonstrate genuine Christian faith through our works.
New Testament Survey
Taught by Jason Erselius | Lower KC-3
This class provides a survey of the New Testament, from Matthew to Revelation, seeking to help us understand the structure, setting, theological themes, and practical application of each book.
How to Study Your Bible
Taught by Charles Vermeulen | Upper KC-1
This 10-week course is designed to equip believers with skillset to interpret Scripture with confidence and clarity. You'll learn what hermeneutics is, why it matters, and how to distinguish between sound and unsound interpretive practices. Through engaging teaching and hands-on exercises, you'll discover how to approach the Bible as both a science and an art, transforming your personal Bible study into a richer, more faithful exploration of God’s Word. Whether you're a seasoned student of Scripture or just beginning, this course will help you grow as a discerning and faithful reader of the Bible.
What is Dispensationalism?
Taught by Farid Elyas | Lower KC-4
This class will help us take a deep dive into one of our distinctives here at Kindred Community Church. We will look into God’s Word, and study how Scripture points us to a specific set of convictions, and how we should understand God’s work in human history.
