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.
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.
Fall 2025 Courses
A Session (9/10–10/22)
Old Testament 1: Pentateuch and Historical Books (OT1)
Global Outreach and Ministry (PM4)
Marriage (CL2)
B Session (10/29–12/17)
Old Testament 2: Wisdom and Prophetic Books (OT2)
Tools for Advanced Bible Study (BI3*)
Parenting (CL3)
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.
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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
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CL1 – Christian Stewardship
CL2 – Marriage
CL3 – Parenting
CL4 – Work and Vocation
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PM1 – Evangelism and Apologetics
PM2 – Ministry in the Local Church
PM3 – Discipleship and Counseling
PM4 – Global Outreach and Ministry
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*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
PM5* – Common Counseling Challenges
PM6* – Teaching and Leading Bible Studies
Lesson Audio Recordings
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