Equipping you for
ministry inside the church walls and beyond

When we choose to follow Jesus, we don't automatically acquire the abilities to study the Bible, pray, lead our homes and families according to Scripture, or share the Gospel effectively. These skills are developed through intentional training. We believe that encountering Jesus brings renewal, and with the right training and a willingness to be sent, we can see God's mission unfold in our lives, families, communities, and beyond.

Start training today to embrace the calling, deepen your understanding, and make a lasting impact for the glory of God

 

 
 
 
 

Training Classes

Where good theology meets action. These classes are meant for you to grow in your skills and confidence to live out the Christian life. Classes combine video teachings, interactive small group discussions, outside reading, and assignments to create a unique learning experience.

 

10-Week Classes

Christian Doctrine 2:

Salvation, the church, and the future

In this second Doctrinal course, we’ll look at how our redemption was accomplished by Jesus through his life, death, resurrection and ascension. We’ll look at the results that flow from the work of Christ through the cross and resurrection. We’ll then look at how redemption is applied to our lives through the work of the Holy Spirit. We’ll also cover the church along with the baptism and the Lord’s Supper, before finally exploring what the Bible says about the return of Christ, the final judgment and the new creation. 

Teacher: Matt Lear + David Gilland

Wednesdays
Starting Feb 5
6:30–7:45pm

Cross-Cultural Evangelism: Sharing the Gospel in a Diverse World

This course explores practical ways to live out your faith and engage others with the gospel. Each session includes a short video teaching, Bible verses, and discussion questions to help you grow in your understanding and practice of sharing your faith authentically. At the end of the course, we’ll take what we’ve learned into action by going out into the community to engage others with the gospel in two hands-on sessions. Whether you’re new to evangelism or looking to deepen your witness, this course will equip and encourage you to live as an authentic Christian witness in your everyday life.

Teachers: Geoffrey Bertram + Debbie Fogle

Wednesdays
Starting Feb 5
6:30–7:45pm

Church History: Discover How the Past Shapes Today

In this Church History Course, you’ll explore the gripping story of the church through its highs and lows, twists and turns, and triumphs and tragedies. Discover how the faith, fears, and courage of those who came before us still shape our walk with Christ today. You’ll gain insight into why churches do what they do, find inspiration from remarkable figures, and see Christ’s sustaining power through every challenge. This course offers a perspective that deepens faith and provides timeless resources for navigating today’s complexities.

Teacher: Tyson Guthrie

Wednesdays
Starting Feb 5
6:30–7:45pm

 

5-Week Classes

Prayer: Learning to pray from the Model Prayer

This class is designed to help you grow in your prayer life as it examines The Lord’s Prayer. Prayer is a conversation between you and God. This class demystifies and reenchants prayer, helping you to find prayer achievable and enjoyable, and ultimately life-giving and life-changing. 

Teacher: Ginger Vassar

First 5 Weeks - Wednesdays
Starting Feb 5
6:30–7:45pm

Second 5 Weeks - Wednesdays
Starting March 26
6:30–7:45pm

Women’s Training Class – 1 John

Spend time in God's Word with other CATC Women studying the book of 1 John. 1 John helps us learn how to live a life connected to God in love, truth, and faith. Through this study, you'll be reassured of your standing in Christ while also being challenged to live uprightly and lovingly in fellowship with God's family.  
The class will include small group discussion time and teaching, with an emphasis on learning Bible study skills.  

Teachers: Women’s Ministry Teaching Collective

Wednesdays
Starting March 26
6:30–7:45pm

 
 

Other Classes

Rooted

We are all strugglers. We struggle with sin. We struggle with suffering. We struggle with issues, relationships, addictions, temptations, and ourselves. ROOTED guides us to plant deeply into the one source that leads us to transformation and renewal. ROOTED is a 12-week course designed as an intensive discipleship experience. You will dig deep into the gospel of Christ for specific and direct application to your heart and life.

Each meeting with have a teaching time followed by gender-specific small groups. Participants will be sent home with guided devotional exercises that involve scripture, prayer, and openness before the Lord.

Teachers: Scott Berry + Kristin Ringe

Starting January 29
6:30–7:45pm

 
 
 
 

Testimonials

The mid-week Training Classes at CATC are a true highlight of my week. They provide a much-needed boost when I’m feeling drained, helping me recharge and push through the rest of the week. The classes are also a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with my Godly friends. Being surrounded by people who share my faith is incredibly uplifting and strengthens our bonds. The sense of community here is a major reason I keep coming back. I’m always learning new disciplines that deepen my walk with Jesus, whether through studying scripture or practicing new spiritual habits. I took the Prayer class twice because I loved it so much! Each class leaves me with valuable insights that help me grow in my faith and apply it more effectively in my daily life.
— Karmen Harkey
Last semester, I enrolled in the Christian Doctrine Training class at CATC, and it was a transformative experience. JR guided us through deep theological topics in an understandable way, providing a primer for my mind to meditate on the things of God. Each class left me with more questions and my mind filled with truth. The class fueled my hunger for understanding God and biblical doctrine. After each session, my husband and I would delve into related books and discuss the subject matter, enriching our conversations with theological depth. This class changed how we think about God and His greatness, making our daily conversations and inner thought life more reflective of His goodness. I found myself constantly thinking about God and marveling at His greatness. CATC Training Classes offer a valuable space for engaging deeply with Gospel-centered teaching and experiencing the joy of loving God with our minds.
— Erin Ellison

Training Events


Training Shorts

We are developing a series of short films that help train you in topics we feel are vital to your spiritual formation.

4D PRAYER

As followers of Jesus, growing a prayer life should be one of our greatest priorities. Our prayer life says a lot about how real God is to us and how valued God is to us. If we say we value him but we are not talking or growing in a conversational relationship with him, those claims are questionable. 4D prayer is a helpful way to help you grow in your prayer life with God.