Practical and Powerful Praying

September 7-October 12 | 10:00 a.m.

Prayer is a central discipline for a Christian to grow and receive from the Lord, but most of us struggle with the practical working of prayer in our everyday lives. Prayer is the vehicle God has given us to change things around us, move God’s heart, and facilitate change in ourselves. When we are not intentional in our prayer lives, we don’t grow at the rate we are capable of, nor are we as effective in our service to others. In this class, we are going to talk about how to structure a regular prayer time with the Lord, as well as practice praying as a part of everyday life. We will learn how to approach God in worship, pray different kinds of prayers, pray and memorize scripture, pray in power, as well as how to remain “free” in our praying.

Dates: Sundays. September 7 – October 12

Time: 10:00 – 11:15 A.M.

Location: Chapel

Cost: $10

A Study of C.S. Lewis’s: The Screwtape Letters – Overcoming Spiritual Battles

Based on C.S. Lewis’s book, The Screwtape Letters, this course is designed to help you recognize and combat the ways Satan and his army try to separate you from your loving Heavenly Father. Become aware of many of the enemy’s strategies in the ongoing spiritual battle for your soul, recognize the powerful tools that God provides to protect you, and learn to make choices that will draw you into a closer relationship with the Lord.

This class is designed for those who want to delve deep into the subject and includes teaching time from the leader, group discussions, weekly reading assignments, and homework.

Dates: September 7-November 16

Cost: $10 to cover the cost of additional class materials. Please purchase your own copy of The Screwtape Letters (if you do not already have one).

 Location: 215

Rooted

September 14 – November 23

Rooted is a ten-week small group experience and a catalyst for life change. It provides an opportunity to connect with God and the church community in small groups of 10-15 people. Discussions will encourage questions and stimulate spiritual conversations, while group experiences will help participants see their story within God’s story.

Rooted is for people in every stage of life, no matter where they are in their walk with Christ. Groups will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:00 to 11:15 a.m. at the church. The winter session begins on September 14, 2025. The cost is $25 per person, which includes your Rooted book and the Celebration Brunch at the end of the series on November 23.

Equipping Parenthood: Difficult Conversations

September 21-October 12

Parents, you’re invited to join us for a powerful four-week class series, Equipping Parenthood: Difficult Conversations, running Sundays from September 21 to October 12, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Each week, we’ll dive into important and often challenging topics—raising kids with a biblical worldview, navigating technology, addressing gender and sexuality, and supporting mental health—all through a lens of grace, wisdom, and Gospel-centered truth. This class is designed to encourage and equip parents to lead their families with clarity and Spirit-led discernment in today’s complex culture. Parents at every stage are welcome!

Dates: Sundays, September 21 – October 12

Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Location: Chapel

Cost: $5

Biblical Worldview Class (Part 1)

October 19 – November 23

Everyone has a worldview. But what does it mean to have a biblical worldview? With the extensive marketplace of ideas and philosophies in our culture today, it is important for every believer to be equipped with biblical responses to human opinions. The Biblical Worldview Equipping Class will help participants be aware of the competing worldviews around them while discovering how to see contemporary issues through the lens of Scripture. This class will lead into part two of the Biblical Worldview Class that will be taught in the winter. You don’t want to miss it!

Time: 10:00-11:15 a.m.

SHAPE Class

March 30, April 6, and 13

River City Christian believes that God has blessed every member of the body of Christ with unique spiritual gifts, heart, abilities, personality, and experiences (your SHAPE). When understood and used correctly, your SHAPE will bring glory to Jesus and have an impact on the kingdom of God. And here’s an added blessing: when we grasp how God has wired us and determine to use our SHAPE to serve Him and others, we find great fulfillment and experience spiritual growth.

Location: Chapel
Time: 12:45-3:30 p.m.