We know there are many ways that people get involved at big church like Eastbrook. Some get involved through serving, some through attending our Sunday services, some through a specific ministry area or interest area.
Similarly, there is not just one way that people grow as disciples; God grows us all in unique ways as the unique individuals we are.
We know that growth as a disciple of Jesus Christ is a process, not an event or program. But to provide entry points into that process, our staff has put together these four (Eastbrook 401 is coming soon!) “Core Classes” as a way to give our members and attenders an introduction to these four pillars of faith: the church, discipleship, mission, and leadership.
Eastbrook 101 takes the place of a traditional membership class, offering attenders insights into who the church is and why it is, and offering the option to place membership at the end. Eastbrook 201 is a deep dive into discipleship and spiritual growth; something that is essential, not optional for followers of Christ. Eastbrook 301 opens up the doors of the church to the world of mission; both what it means to live a life that is on mission for God, but also the work that is happening around the world in the name of Jesus Christ. Eastbrook 401 is intended to prepare women and men for leadership, whether leading ministries here at Eastbrook or serving on the Church Council.
We do encourage people to take the classes in order, though it is not required! Reach out to us if you have any questions.
Our History, Vision & Values, and Leadership Structure. Take a look at the big picture on why being a part of a church (even a member) is an important part of our spiritual journey. We'll go over an introduction to Eastbrook—our basic “story” and present direction.
Our Statement of Faith, What It Means to Be a Christian, Basic Bible Study Tools & Approaches, Basic Prayer. A base of what kind of church we are—our essential beliefs, what it means to be a Christian and two key tools for personal spiritual growth.
Begin to discover your SHAPE for ministry, be introduced to some ``first serve`` opportunities, as well as opportunities for your children to get connected/involved. Together, we will share our stories to discover who each other is, and will discover ways to continue our journey together with God.
What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus? What is discipleship and a discipleship pathway? What are the core values of discipleship and what does growth in this area look like?
How do we know, understand, and discern God's will? What is the authority of the Bible in our lives? How does prayer connect to the will of God? Why is prayer important? How do/should we pray?
What is fellowship, what does the Bible say about it, and why should I prioritize it? What is significant about Biblical community?
What is the heart of God for His people? What are the visible attributes of a disciple? How does generosity fit in? What is God's vision for generosity?
Our History, Vision & Values, and Leadership Structure. Take a look at the big picture on why being a part of a church (even a member) is an important part of our spiritual journey. We'll go over an introduction to Eastbrook—our basic “story” and present direction.
Our Statement of Faith, What It Means to Be a Christian, Basic Bible Study Tools & Approaches, Basic Prayer. A base of what kind of church we are—our essential beliefs, what it means to be a Christian and two key tools for personal spiritual growth.
Begin to discover your SHAPE for ministry, be introduced to some ``first serve`` opportunities, as well as opportunities for your children to get connected/involved. Together, we will share our stories to discover who each other is, and will discover ways to continue our journey together with God.
Discover communities at Eastbrook. We offer large group Bible Studies, Small Groups in homes or online, Sunday Adult Classes, and more!
A great way to get engaged and involved in the community life of Eastbrook is to begin serving. Sign up for our monthly Top Serving Needs email list today!
Lunch With the Staff is our newcomer month—a great place to meet our Pastors and staff, as well as to meet other newcomers at the church and find your place.
