Equipping Opportunities
Equipping Parenthood
August 9 – September 6
Parents of little ones through elementary-aged children are invited to join us for Equipping Parenthood: Parenting with Love & Logic, held Sundays from August 9–September 6, from 10:00–11:00 a.m. This engaging and encouraging class is designed to make parenting less stressful and more enjoyable. Led by a trained facilitator, the course combines biblical wisdom with proven Love & Logic principles to help moms and dads work together while raising children who are respectful, responsible, and fun to be around. Invest in your family and leave equipped with simple, practical strategies you can begin using that very same day!
Dates: August 9 – September 6
Time: 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Location: Room 200
Cost: $25/couple (includes the “Love & Logic Workbook”)
Practical & Powerful Praying
August 30 – October 4
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. August 30-October 4<
Time: 10:00 – 11:15 A.M.
Location: Chapel (EXCEPTION – Oct 4 is in Room 200)
Cost: $10
The Screwtape Letters: Overcoming Spiritual Battles
September 6 – November 15
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 11-week 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 6 – November 15
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Chapel (EXCEPTION – September 13, 20, Oct 4, is in Room 200)
Cost: $10, plus your own copy of “The Screwtape Letters” by C.S. Lewis
Divorce Care
September 13 – November 22
DivorceCare begins Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 11:15 a.m., and is an 11-week pastor-led seminar/support group for people who have been through or are going through a separation or divorce. You can expect clear biblical direction and support in a nonjudgmental, caring environment. Ahead of DivorceCare, if you would like to meet with a pastor this summer, please reach out to Pastor Dan Wade at (916) 849-4227 or email dwade@rivercitychristian.org.
Dates: September 13 – November 22
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Room 215
Cost: $20 (includes workbook)
Registration Date: TBD
Rooted
September 13 – November 22
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 New Session begins on September 13. The cost is $25 per person, which includes your Rooted book and the Celebration Brunch at the end of the series on November 22.
SHAPE Class
October 11, 18, 25
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. The next three-week SHAPE Class will be held on Sundays, October 11 – October 25, from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in Room 200. The cost is $5 per person.
Dates: Sundays – October 11, 18, 25
Times: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Room 200
Registration Date: TBD
Biblical Worldview Class (Part 1)
October 11 – November 15
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!
Date: Sundays, October 11 – November 15
Time: 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Location: Chapel
Cost: $10 for the book and materials
Registration Date: TBD
Colson Fellows
August 2026-May 2027
The Colson Fellows program helps people understand biblical truth, think biblically about life and culture, and live it out daily. Over 10 months, participants explore the Christian worldview through reading, devotions, webinars, and monthly group meetings.
When: First Saturday of each month, August–May
Time: 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at River City Christian
Cost: $900 plus books
Discounts are available for pastors, Christian school or homeschool educators, active-duty military, and some partners.
Celebration of Discipline
July 12 – August 16 | 10:00-11:15 a.m.
For six weeks, we are going to dig into this classic text by Richard Foster and learn about the spiritual disciplines. We will be talking about how the spiritual disciplines can liberate you in your Christian walk and set you on a pathway to continuous growth as a believer. The book is divided into three parts: The Inward Disciplines, the Outward Disciplines, and the Corporate Disciplines. We will define each discipline, offer practical instruction, and assign weekly readings and practices as we work our way through each chapter. Every follower of Jesus should understand these core disciplines and be able to practice them, so if you are looking to go deeper in your walk with the Lord, this class is for you.
Dates: July 12 – August 16
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Location: Chapel
Cost: $5 plus bring your own copy of The Celebration of Discipline by Richard J. Foster.
Equipping Parenthood
August 9 – September 6
Parents of little ones through elementary-aged children are invited to join us for Equipping Parenthood: Parenting with Love & Logic, held Sundays from August 9–September 6, from 10:00–11:00 a.m. This engaging and encouraging class is designed to make parenting less stressful and more enjoyable. Led by a trained facilitator, the course combines biblical wisdom with proven Love & Logic principles to help moms and dads work together while raising children who are respectful, responsible, and fun to be around. Invest in your family and leave equipped with simple, practical strategies you can begin using that very same day!
Dates: August 9 – September 6
Time: 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Location: Room 200
Cost: $25/couple (includes the “Love & Logic Workbook”)
Practical & Powerful Praying
August 30 – October 4
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. August 30-October 4
Time: 10:00 – 11:15 A.M.
Location: Chapel (EXCEPTION – Oct 4 is in Room 200)
Cost: $10
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 11-week 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 6 – November 15
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Chapel (EXCEPTION – September 13, 20, Oct 4, is in Room 200)
Cost: $10, plus your own copy of “The Screwtape Letters” by C.S. Lewis
Divorce Care
September 13 – November 22
DivorceCare begins Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 11:15 a.m., and is an 11-week pastor-led seminar/support group for people who have been through or are going through a separation or divorce. You can expect clear biblical direction and support in a nonjudgmental, caring environment. Ahead of DivorceCare, if you would like to meet with a pastor this summer, please reach out to Pastor Dan Wade at (916) 849-4227 or email dwade@rivercitychristian.org.
Dates: September 13 – November 22
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Room 215
Cost: $20 (includes workbook)
Registration Date: TBD
Rooted
September 13 – November 22
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 New Session begins on September 13. The cost is $25 per person, which includes your Rooted book and the Celebration Brunch at the end of the series on November 22.
SHAPE Class
October 11, 18, 25
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. The next three-week SHAPE Class will be held on Sundays, October 11 – October 25, from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in Room 200. The cost is $5 per person.
Dates: Sundays – October 11, 18, 25
Times: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Room 200
Registration Date: TBD
Biblical Worldview Class (Part 1)
October 11 – November 15
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!
Date: Sundays, October 11 – November 15
Time: 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Location: Chapel
Cost: $10 for the book and materials
Registration Date: TBD
Colson Fellows
August 2026-May 2027
The Colson Fellows program helps people understand biblical truth, think biblically about life and culture, and live it out daily. Over 10 months, participants explore the Christian worldview through reading, devotions, webinars, and monthly group meetings.
When: First Saturday of each month, August–May
Time: 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at River City Christian
Cost: $900 plus books
Discounts are available for pastors, Christian school or homeschool educators, active-duty military, and some partners.