Electives

For electives currently registering for their next session click on the elective title to register. (Electives currently open for regisistration are underlined). Registration for other electives will open once dates are confirmed for the next class.

Core Thrive Electives (electives we encourage everyone to take)

Daily Walk with God

This study focuses on God's purpose and process of transforming believers into the image of Christ. We will be learning how to renew the mind, how to live by faith in the power of the Holy Spirit and how to encourage one another in faith. It will be in a workshop format that will include homework, discussion and practice in the process. Offered each fall.

Faith Foundations

A 12-week elective for those who want a Biblical overview of the key doctrines of our faith. They include: The Bible; God; Jesus Christ; The Holy Spirit; Man and Sin; Salvation; Angels; Satan and Demons; The Church; Things to Come. Offered each spring.

Gospel-centered Living

God transforms our hearts through the gospel and His Spirit empowers us to fulfill His calling in Christ. This interactive study explores how to live in God's will and serve Him in every dimension of our lives, including the home, church, workplace, government and world. Offered spring 2013.

HisStory

We will explore the storyline of the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, in this 12 week elective. If you have ever wondered how all the stories, events, and teachings of the Bible are connected and fit together, this course will help you to find the answer. Offered each winter.

Life of Christ

This 12 week elective will explore the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Surveying the Gospel of Matthew, we will look at Mathew’s unique approach in presenting the Gospel, discover how Jesus fulfills Old Testament prophecy and wrestle with Jesus’ teaching and its impact on our lives. Offered in winter.

Reaching Our Neighbors and The World

This 12-week elective will include six weeks of evangelism training that will equip you to share your faith with those in your FRAN (Friends, Relatives, Associates, and Neighbors) in a personal and natural style that fits you. The next six weeks will expose you to what God is doing in the world by taking a look at the Biblical basis for missions, the history of the modern missions movement, a look at the current spiritual state of the world, and how you can participate in world evangelization. Offered in fall.

Other Thrive Electives

Christianity Explored

Christianity Explored is an informal 10-week course for people who'd like to investigate Christianity, or just brush up on the basics. Looking at Mark's gospel, it explores who Jesus is, why He came, and what it means to follow Him. Offered each fall and spring.

Cherrydale Explored

This three-week course is for those who want to learn more about who we are as a church and next steps to get connected. This course is offered monthly in our Library (Room 121) from 9:15 - 10:30 am. Prior registration is not required. After completing the course participants are invited to attend our Membership Class.

CROWN: God’s Way of Handling Finances

A 10-week study that will introduce you to some building blocks for biblical financial stewardship. Offered each fall, winter and spring.

God's Heart for Orphans

This dynamic and interactive six-week elective will explore the Biblical call to actively reach out to orphans with Christ's love and provision. Join us as we study together the inspiring book Fields of the Fatherless, and hear reports from individuals serving on the front lines of orphan care and adoption ministry around the world today. Offered each winter.

Loving Muslims and Understanding Islam

This 8 week elective is for those interested in learning about Islam and how to build bridges to share the gospel of Christ with Muslims. In addition to covering the basic core beliefs of Islam, we will learn what Islam and Christianity have in common and the main differences between the two religions. Offered each winter.

Marriage Building

A Sunday morning elective where married couples are taught the biblical principles that will enable them to build a Christ-honoring marriage. Offered in fall and winter.

Membership Class

Our Membership Class is an information time lead by Pastor King and a team of Cherrydale leaders.

Seminars

God's 180 Seminar

Come with the kids for a 180-minute tour of the entire Bible that will help you see the Bible as a whole and understand it as never before. Especially planned for parents to bring their children (first grade and above) and teens to learn together. Offered in fall.

Principles for Parents Seminar

At the Principles for Parents Seminar you'll learn the biblical principles that make great families. Follow them, and your family will be a success! Offered quarterly.

Ministry Training

Healing Prayer Basic Level Training

Join us as we explore the Biblical foundations of healing prayer. Offered each fall and spring.

Small Group Shepherds Training

This training is for potential small group shepherds. We will present the scriptural basis for small groups, Cherrydale’s strategy and the role of shepherding in small groups. Offered quarterly.

Teacher Training

If you are currently involved in teaching the Bible to children, teens, or adults, or you plan to teach in the future, you are encouraged to attending our teacher training session. Offered monthly September - June.