Faith Formations

FBCR Faith Formations are educational classes and series for adults to learn about topics of interest that will enhance their spiritual foundation. These seasonal programs include small groups, classes, conferences and retreats for FBCR members. Free childcare is available with reservation

Financial Peace University

FPU is a life-changing program that empowers and teaches you how to make the right money decisions to achieve your financial goals and God’s plan for your life. The course includes practical lessons on eliminating debt, building wealth, giving like never before, and much, much more! From the financially secure to the financially distressed, over 1 million families & individuals have attended Financial Peace University. Cost is $89 per person or married couple. If you have attended before anywhere/anytime, you can attend for free.

9 week group
Beginning date: Wednesday, January 23
6:45 pm in Room C243

Deborah Starnes will facilitate the course using the dynamic video presented by Dave Ramsey. Deborah has led 4
sessions at FBCR and is a FPU certified trainer..

Boundaries with Kids

Establishing boundaries in advance helps kids know exactly what is expected and helps reduce family drama when boundaries are crossed. Boundaries also help kids feel more secure when they know what the expectations are.

8 week group
Beginning date: Wednesday, February 6
6:45 pm in Room C233

Tedye served on staff of FBCR from 1990 to 2012 as Children’s Minister and as Preschool Minister. She has directed early childhood programs for over 25 years.

Finding Our Identity, Satisfaction & Security in God

This class journeys through Exodus to explore how the people of God were established and how God showed himself in their midst. Their story offers significant instruction for us as we seek to dive in to what it means to belong to God. We will discuss what it means when God provides for us and protects us, all while discovering a deeper sense of who we are.

6 week group
Beginning date: Wednesday, February 6
6:45 pm in Room C252

Led by Christina Gibson. Christina Gibson has spent the last 10 years serving local churches as a teacher, small group director, and college minister. Christina spends her time enjoying her daughters, Ellia and Olive, writing, and speaking at retreats and conferences..

Learning to Forgive, "The Return of the Prodigal Son"

Forgiveness is at the heart of redemption and one of the keys to experiencing joy. It may be the single most important aspect of our relationship to people, our world and relationship to God. Henri Nouwen’s book, The Return of the Prodigal Son will be our tool. Together we will look at the amazing scripture and learn to break the chains of un-forgiveness.

4 week group
Beginning date: Sunday, February 10
5:00 pm in Room C142

Led by Candy Smith, our Learn Pastor.

When Christians Sing the Blues

Thousands of Christians suffer from depression. Many other Christians mistakenly believe true Christians do not get depressed. This attitude often adds to the suffering of those who hurt. Depression affects a person mentally, spiritually and physically, greatly impacting their lives and the lives of those who love them. This class will discuss: What is depression? How does depression affect us mentally, spiritually and physically? What can be done to overcome depression? Should Christians use medication to treat depression? How do I help Christians that are depressed?

6 week group
Wednesdays beginning February 6
6:45 pm in the Library

Led by Frank Martin. Frank Martin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly 20 years of clinical counseling experience. He provides counseling for families, married couples, and individuals.

What Do You Give Our God Who Has Everything?

A study on the joy of what we bring to God. We begin in Philippians 2 on becoming the drink offering, the joy that covers the sacrifice. This was Paul’s joy that he shared with everyone, the joy available to every believer. We will not just be listening - we will be doing it together.

6 week group
Sundays beginning February 10
6:45 pm in Room C252

Led by Dan & Frazier. Dan & Deb have led Bible studies at FBCR for over 10 years. They have a heart for helping people love the Word of God and gain practical help from it.

Deeper with Christ

It has often been said that in order to make disciples, we must first be disciples. To be a disciple of Jesus is to take a lifelong journey of abiding with Jesus, listening to Jesus, and going deeper with Jesus. We will discuss various spiritual practices that help us do just that, with particular attention to cultivating a life of prayer. Our hope is to develop a missional spirituality that is rooted in Christ and sends us in the power of Christ.

7 week group
Wednesdays beginning February 6
6:45 pm in Room C238

Led by Brett Gibson. Brett is the Serve Pastor at FBCR, having recently served 3 years at First Baptist Woodway in Waco. He is married to Christina and is father to Ellia and Olive.

SUNDAY MORNINGS

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