Core Training

Foundational courses that provide Believers with a strong Biblical foundation for life and ministry.

These classes are intended to equip Calvary’s members and attenders with highly practical and thorough training for serving the Lord Jesus Christ in his church and in the world. Each course lasts for 7 weeks and covers the material at a depth that does not require previous training or knowledge of the subject. Although these courses collectively fit together, they needn’t be taken in order.

Core Training courses happen during our Wednesday night Growth Groups and registration information can be found on that page. Although preregistering helps us know who is coming, “drop-ins” are welcome in these classes.

Sign Up Now

Upcoming Courses

Strategic Seminars (Combined Growth Groups and Q&A) Dates: 1/7/26, 3/4/26, and 5/6/26.

Winter 2026 (1/14–2/25)

  • Evangelism and Apologetics (PM1)

  • Bible Memorization for Life (CL5*)

Spring 2026 (3/11–4/29)

  • Work and Vocation (CL4)

  • Grandparenting (CL7*)

Summer 2026 Weekend Intensive (Interest Dependent)

Interest Form

  • Principles of Bible Interpretation (BI1)

  • Wisdom for Contemporary Issues (CL8*)

Fall A 2026 (Tentative)

  • Theology 1: The Bible, God, the Son, and the Spirit (TH1)

  • Discipleship and Counseling (PM3) - TBC

  • Methods for Bible Study (BI2*) - TBC

Fall B 2026 (Tentative)

  • New Testament 1: Matthew–Corinthians (NT1) - TBC

  • Teaching the Bible (PM6*) - TBC

Note: Some courses are yet to be confirmed (“TBC”)

Core Training Areas

Bible Knowledge

These courses in Bible Interpretation, Old and New Testament Surveys, and Theology give you the tools to dig a well of Biblical truth from which to draw from for life and service to Christ. Bible Knowledge courses include courses in these categories: Bible Interpretation (BI), Old Testament (OT), New Testament (NT), and Theology (TH).

Christian Living

Christian Living (CL) courses cover highly practical aspects of living the Christian life and equip you to live out the truth of the Gospel in your various spheres of responsibility.

Practical Ministry

Practical Ministry (PM) courses build a foundation of Biblical convictions regarding reaching the lost with the Gospel, discipling Believers, serving in the local church, and principles for global outreach.

Electives

A broad range of courses on specific topics, practical skills, and challenging issues that provide Believers with tools for ministry and deeper understanding of God’s Word.

All Courses

There are sixteen classes, each lasting 7 weeks, within the Calvary Core Training cycle (not including electives). Each course is typically offered every 2-3 years.

    • BI1 – Principles of Bible Interpretation

    • OT1 – Old Testament 1: Pentateuch and Historical Books

    • OT2 – Old Testament 2: Wisdom and Prophetic Books

    • NT1 – New Testament 1: Matthew–Corinthians

    • NT2 – New Testament 2: Galatians–Revelation

    • TH1 – Theology 1: The Bible, God, the Son, and the Spirit

    • TH2 – Theology 2: Humanity, Sin, and Salvation

    • TH3 – Theology 3: Angels, The Church, and Last Things

    • CL1 – Christian Stewardship  

    • CL2 – Marriage

    • CL3 – Parenting

    • CL4 – Work and Vocation

    • PM1 – Evangelism and Apologetics

    • PM2 – Ministry in the Local Church

    • PM3 – Discipleship and Counseling

    • PM4 – Global Outreach and Ministry

  • *Note: Electives are offered on a more variable basis than the main courses.

    • BI2* – Methods for Bible Study

    • BI3* – Tools for Advanced Bible Study

    • BI4* – Intro to Biblical Languages

    • TH4* – Eschatology

    • TH5* – Church History

    • CL5* – Bible Memorization for Life

    • CL6* – Refreshment from Christian Biography

    • CL7* – Grandparenting

    • PM5* – Common Counseling Challenges

    • PM6* – Teaching the Bible

Podcast

Listen to Calvary Core Training classes you may have missed in your browser, on Spotify, or on Apple Podcast.