Grow: Bible Studies & Classes

At Christian Fellowship Church, our heart is for transformative faith and authentic relationships. One way we encourage this for adults is through environments of varied sizes such as: groups and classes, Bible studies, workshops, retreats, and more.

These classes operate on a semester basis, usually beginning in the early fall and spring. Groups and classes meet on Tuesday and Sunday mornings, as well as Wednesday evenings.

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Wednesdays at Christian Fellowship

Wednesdays @CF is our primary opportunity for people of all ages to eat dinner together, connect, and grow in their spiritual journey. In addition to various adult groups and classes, we also have cfKids and cfYouth ministry time. 

Wednesdays @ CF runs for eight weeks in the fall and spring.

Classes meet on Wednesday nights at CF
Dinner at 5:30pm
Classes at 6:15pm

Next Semester begins September 2, 2026.

FALL 2026 Classes

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You matter! God created you to be a unique reflection of his love. You are his masterpiece, designed long before you were born. By discovering your special God-given passion to make a difference, the gifts with which he has equipped you, and your personal approach to life, you can find fulfillment in living out God’s purposes for you. In this interactive four-week course, Marc Galaske and Tim Davis will help you discover more of your unique design and ways you can lean into his great plan for you. 

Details

  • Dates: Sept 2 – 23
  • Time: 6:15pm
  • Leaders: Tim Davis & Marc Galaske
  • Materials Needed: None

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What if God isn’t who you think he is, and neither are you? “The Cure” offers a new perspective to our religious obsession with sin-management and an authentic experience in Christ that frees us from striving for a righteousness we can never seem to attain. “The Cure” infuses a relational theology of grace and identity, which alone can heal, free, and create sustainable, genuine, loving, life-giving communities. Led by Jeff Moe. 

Details

  • Dates: Sept 2 – October 21
  • Time: 6:15pm
  • Leaders: Jeff Moe
  • Materials Needed: The Cure by John Lynch Bruce McNichol & Bill Thrall

Marriage is meant to be a place of refuge and joy, yet life circumstances often happen that divide and weaken that bond. Led by Michael and Jill Acock, this four-week class encourages couples to imagine what kind of marriage they could build together. Through interactive exercises, guided conversations, and spiritual reflection, couples will learn how to move from surviving to building a thriving marriage. 

Details

  • Dates: Sept 2 – 23
  • Time: 6:15pm
  • Leaders: Michael & Jill Acock
  • Materials Needed: None

Have you ever found communion puzzling? Are you curious about the significance behind the bread and the cup? Taking bread and a cup as flesh and blood sounds odd, if not disturbing. This study explores the many rich aspects, ancient and prophetic, that build together to give a more complete image of what God has orchestrated throughout time for you in the celebration of communion. We will discover the depths of His love for His bride and how the Old Testament weaves together with the New Testament. Expect 20 minutes of study time five days a week. Written and facilitated by Heather Kiffe. 

Details

  • Dates: Sept 2 – October 21
  • Time: 6:15pm
  • Leaders: Heather Kiffe
  • Materials Needed: None

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Everyone experiences trauma. Whether it is grief, loss, illness, an accident, abuse, our own rebellion, or a difficult childhood, we all have wounds that need to be healed. And we heal best in community. This class uses a trusted and proven Bible-based approach to help people recover from painful experiences and reconnect with God, others, and themselves. The program combines the wisdom of Scripture, proven mental health practices, and the power of community. Led by Debbie Douce. 

Details

  • Dates: Sept 2 – October 21
  • Time: 6:15pm
  • Leaders: Debbie Douce
  • Materials Needed: None

With cfYouth meeting on Sunday afternoons this fall, teens will have the opportunity to join their families for dinner at Wednesdays at CF and then attend an in-depth Bible study designed specifically for them. Led by Cody Riggins and Will Engle. 

Details

  • Dates: Sept 2 – October 21
  • Time: 6:15pm
  • Leaders: Cody Riggins & William Engle
  • Materials Needed: None

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Facilitated by Deirdre Huenneke, a certified health coach and massage therapist, The Daniel Plan book study is an appetizing approach to achieving a healthy lifestyle by optimizing the five key essentials of faith, food, fitness, focus, and friends. 

In this book, Pastor Rick Warren and fitness and medical experts Dr. Daniel Amen and Dr. Mark Hyman guide you to incorporate healthy choices into your current lifestyle. The concepts will encourage you to deepen your relationship with God and develop a community of supportive friends who will encourage you to make smart food and fitness choices every day.  

Details

  • Dates: Sept 2 – October 21
  • Time: 6:15pm
  • Leaders: Dierdre Huenneke
  • Materials Needed: None

Get to know the Old Testament story of God and His people; and where you fit in the story, too. Led by Steve Brooks. 

Details

  • Dates: Sept 2 – October 21
  • Time: 6:15pm
  • Leaders: Steve Brooks
  • Materials Needed: None

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Brokenness grasps for our souls and we need the healing touch of Jesus. In this book study for men, Joe Belzer will explore author Rob Reimer’s seven principes that are profound healing tools of God for our souls: securing your identity, repentance, breaking family sin patterns, forgiving others, healing wounds, overcoming fears, and deliverance. 

Details

  • Dates: Sept 2 – October 21
  • Time: 6:15pm
  • Leaders: Joe Belzer
  • Materials Needed: Soul Care by Rob Reimer

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Join us for this 7-week course where we take a deep dive into one of life’s biggest questions – Why are we here and what is God’s purpose for our lives? Each session will include a short video, followed by discussions, group readings, and activities. And yes, there will be homework! Led by Matt Flanagan. 

Details

  • Dates: Sept 2 – October 14
  • Time: 6:15pm
  • Leaders: Matt Flanagan
  • Materials Needed: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren

Sunday Class

Our next session of Sunday classes will start in the fall of 2026.

Discovering CF

The next session of DCF will be offered in the fall of 2026.

Discovering CF is an eight-week class taught by our pastoral staff. During the class, we cover the core distinctiveness of our vision and values as a church. It is a great class to take whether you just want to learn more about Christian Fellowship or are looking for a church in Columbia to call home. We understand not everyone will agree with every topic discussed; however, our goal is to express the calling God has given us as a church and to live together as a community.

Weekday Class

Our next session of weekday classes will start in the fall of 2026.

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John – The Beloved Disciple

This class is full and no longer taking additional sign ups.

Details:

  • Dates: Tuesdays starting September 22
  • Time: 10am
  • Location: Room 102
  • Leader: Sue Ann Moore
  • Materials Needed: none

Praying: My Devoted Engagement With God

This class on prayer is led by Steve Brooks. Over the 12 weeks we meet we will:

  • Develop our heart and habits with the one who has given his all for us.
  • Probe what prayer is and what prayer is not.
  • Discuss and consider who our triune God truly is.
  • Learn a working framework for prayer, to use in our private time alone with God or in a small group setting.
    • QUIETING our soul
    • PRAISING God for who He is
    • THANKING God for what He has done
    • CONFESSING to God our sin, but also the truths of God we want to profess
    • PETITIONING God for our own needs 
    • INTERCEDING with God on behalf of the needs of others
  • Consider deeply the attributes of God – His incommunicable and communicable attributes.
  • Read through the Psalms and Proverbs together.
  • Pray together.
  • And know that I will NEVER ask you to do something that I do not do myself.

Details:

  • Dates: Tuesdays starting June 9
  • Time: 10am
  • Location: Room 103
  • Leader: Steve Brooks
  • Materials Needed: With Christ in the School or Prayer by Andrew Murray. Please note edition is important for this class so if you do not use this link make sure you buy ISBN 978-1-62245-565-2
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