Chatham Formation Classes

Chatham Formation Classes are designed to offer comprehensive spiritual formation through teaching and training. We use this time to make disciples of Jesus through four core areas of instruction, including Sound Doctrine, Christian Vocation, Spiritual Practices and Missional Living. We also utilize this time for prayer, fellowship, ministry connections and more throughout the year.


All classes and events begin at 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted, and everyone is welcome to attend, though some classes may require prior registration. A lift is available in the gym for upstairs access.

See children's Sunday School details on our Kids & Youth page.

Formation ClassES - SUMMER 2025

Our summer session runs June 1-July 27.

  • Gospel Shaped Living
    Led by Pastor Josh Govier, Room 24/25 Upstairs

    | CHRISTIAN VOCATION |

    The Church of Christ should be a distinctive community of Gods' people—but how different are we, really, from the rest of the world? Explore God's Word to untangle some of the false ideas and traditions that have shaped church life in the past, and to reveal the more deeply challenging picture that emerges from the Scriptures.

  • The Book of Amos
    Led by Chuck Hlavaty, Fellowship Room Upstairs

    | SOUND DOCTRINE |

    Come hear about a small-town hick who took on the shakers and movers of Washington D.C. and turned the city upside down! (Oliver North?) But really, this happened in the time of Jonah, and the city was Bethel, the religious center of Baalism in the Northern Kingdom. It was Amos, with a message from GOD! See how God fights the battles, and how He sustains us in our walk.




Formation ClassES - AUGUST 2025

Join us for the following opportunities during our Formation Class times in the month of August:


August 3 - Ministry Focused Prayer

Gather with us this morning during our Formation Class time as we go to the Lord in prayer for the ministries of Chatham. We’ll meet in the Fellowship Room upstairs.


August 10 - Chatham Ministry Fair

Join us for breakfast this morning in the Activity Center and learn more about the ministries of Chatham Bible Church. Regular classes for all ages will take a break this morning so everyone can enjoy the Ministry Fair.


August 17 - Summer Reading Club Discussion

Join us in the Fellowship Room today for our Summer Reading Club discussion of "The Bookends of the Christian Life" by Jerry Bridges and Bob Bevington. Learn more on our Summer Reading Club page.


August 24 - Missionary Report

This morning, we will meet in the Fellowship Room upstairs for a missionary report.


August 30-31 - 24-Hour Prayer Vigil

Ahead of our fall season of ministry, we'll join in a 24-hour prayer vigil this weekend.

    Formation ClassES - Fall 2025

    Our fall session runs September7-November 23.

    UPCOMING BREAKS & SPECIAL DATES


    October 26 / November 9 - Missions Conference
    Regular classes will take a break on these dates and we'll feature some special events during our 2025 Missions Conference weekends.


    November 30 -  Fellowship Breakfast
    All kids' and adult classes will take a break for Thanksgiving, and we'll enjoy a time of food and fellowship in the Activity Center starting at 9 a.m.

    • History of Revivals

      Led by Pastor Sergei Marchenko, Fellowship Room Upstairs

      | SOUND DOCTRINE |
      Join us this fall as we hear stories about the movements of the Spirit all over the world through the centuries. Come and learn what a revival is, and begin to pray for God to do a great work in our time.

    • From Genesis to Revelation: Creation in the Bible

      A 10-Week Journey Through Scripture’s Full Witness to God’s Creative Work
      Led by Mark Maxwell, Room 24/25 Upstairs

      | SOUND DOCTRINE |
      When we think of creation, our minds often go to the opening chapters of Genesis. But what if the Bible has much more to say about God’s creative activity—from the fall to the final restoration? In this 10-week class, we’ll explore how creation appears throughout the pages of Scripture, including Job, Psalms, Proverbs, the Prophets, the Gospels, the New Testament letters and Revelation. We’ll examine how the Bible speaks to the purpose, beauty and brokenness of creation, and how it points toward a future renewal.