Bible study doesn’t just happen on Sunday morning. Equipping Classes are weekly Bible studies that create an opportunity to be strengthened in your faith and in the knowledge of God’s Word. These classes are short-term and often seasonal. Classes are available on Wednesday nights, weekdays, and Saturday mornings. Check out all the classes currently offered.
Wednesday Night Activities
Register now for one of FBCHville’s short-term Bible Studies. Wednesday night studies take place from 6:30 – 7:30 pm. These studies change each semester. Classes are open all semester and all are welcome to jump in at any point!
ONGOING
PASTOR’S BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays | 6:30-7:30 PM | Chapel
Gather for a Bible study with Pastor Chesser on the book of Psalms.
No registration necessary.
CONNECT GROUP LEADER TRAINING- COED
Every Second Wednesday | Ongoing | 5:30 – 6:30 PM | Weekley 2209 | Resource Fee $0
Leader: Ben Baxley
A monthly gathering for Connect Group leaders to be trained in ministry and hear about churchwide happenings.
No registration necessary.
fall Equipping Classes – 2025
Teaching a Connect Group: For New & Growing Teachers
Wednesdays | October 15-November 19 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Weekley 1111
Leaders: Don Walker & Kyle Wiltshire
This 6-session course will develop the ministry skill of teaching the Bible. Learn how to study the Bible, how to prepare a Bible lesson, and how to lead a group with confidence.
Connect Group: “Essential Truth” Catch-Up
Wednesdays | COED | September 10-December 3 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Weekley 1100
Leader: Ben Baxley & Chuan Anderson
Essential Truth is a 13-week study covering 13 key teachings of the faith that every believer should know. This group is designed for those who can’t make it to Connect Groups on Sunday or serve elsewhere. Catch-up if you missed the week before!
Men’s PATH Groups
Wednesdays | Men | Ongoing | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Various Locations |
Leaders: Various
A PATH Group is a way for men to gather in smaller groups for growth, encouragement, and accountability. Members agree on the time, setting, place and frequency that works for them, and we provide courses of study and conversation. Interested? Contact Foster Carney at fcarney@fbchtn.org.
Men’s Wednesday Night Bible Study
Wednesdays | Men | Ongoing | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Weekley 3319
Leaders: Foster Carney and Jason Gallo
Join a growing community of men to study, fellowship, and talk about making application of scripture to their everyday lives.
Ladies Wednesday Night Bible Study – A study of Philippians
Wednesdays | Women | November 12 – December 17 | 6:30 – 7:30PM |
Weekley 1113 | Resource Fee: $12 | Leader: Janet Steen
The book of Philippians speaks to the blessings believers receive from their union with Christ. This 6-session study will fix your eyes on the grace and glory of Christ while showing you what it truly means live by faith.
20 Basics Every Christian Should Know
Wednesdays | COED | October 15 – November 19 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Weekley 3305 | Resource Fee $12 | Leader: Troy Etheredge
Whether you’re a relatively new believer in Jesus or a mature Christian looking for a better understanding of basics of the faith, the Christian Beliefs Study Guide can help you reflect on and deeply internalize the core teachings of Christianity.
-WEEKDAY BIBLE STUDIES
Men’s Precept Upon Precept: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Mondays | Men | October 20 – December 1 | 6:30 – 8:45 PM | Weekley 1113 | Resource Fee $22 | Leader: Paul Strong
This is Segment #10 in the study of “Kings & Prophets.” This final series segment takes us to the last of the kings of Judah leading to their exile to Babylon. We will learn how God can keep us safe when life around us is made up of good, bad, and ugly experiences.
Register Now!
Men’s Tuesday Morning Bible Study
Tuesdays | Men | Ongoing | 6:00 – 7:00 AM | Weekley 1103 | Leader: Allan Legard
Join a growing community of men as they study, fellowship, and talk about how they’re making application of scripture to their everyday lives. Go through the church’s Daily Bible Reading plan in small groups focused on Prayer, Accountability, Transparency, & Humility (PATH).
Register Now!
Men’s Saturday Morning Bible Study
Saturdays | Men | Ongoing | 7:00 – 9:00 AM | Weekley Room 2209 |
Leaders: Scott Abbott, Scott Easter, and Todd Kammerzell
This Saturday morning men’s group is an ongoing community of men that meets to study God’s Word and grow as believers.
Register Now!
Women’s Precept Upon Precept: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Wednesdays | Women | September 17 – October 29 | 9:30 – 11:30 AM |
Weekley 2217 | Resource Fee $22 | Leader: Becky Porter
This is Segment #10 in the study of “Kings & Prophets.” This final series segment takes us to the last of the kings of Judah leading to their exile to Babylon. We will learn how God can keep us safe when life around us is made up of good, bad, and ugly experiences. Childcare is available upon request.
Living by Faith: A Study of Philippians
Wednesdays | Women | October 15 – November 19 | 10:00 – 11:00AM |
Weekley 1113 | Resource Fee: $12 | Leader: Janet Steen
The book of Philippians speaks to the blessings believers receive from their union with Christ. This 6-session study will fix your eyes on the grace and glory of Christ while showing you what it truly means to live by faith. Childcare is available upon request.
CoEd Precept Upon Precept: Finding Hope when Life seems Dark – A study of Micah, Nahum & Habakkuk
Tuesdays | COED | September 30 – November 18 | 9:00 – 11:30AM | Weekley 3309 Resource Fee $16 | Leader: Vicki Louallen
In the midst of darkness there is always light, because God is always God. There is always hope because God is the God of hope. Join this hands-on inductive study of God’s Word. Childcare is available upon request.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Celebrate Recovery – CoEd
Tuesdays | Ongoing | 6:30 – 9:00 PM | FBCH Wilson Hall
Leader: Ron Foster
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12 step program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or hang-ups of any kind. This is a safe environment to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our lives. To register contact Ron Foster at 615-447-1393.
Divorce Care
Tuesdays | COED | August 12 – November 18 | 6:30 – 8:00PM | Weekley 1113 Resource Fee: $20 | Leader(s): Debi Judd, Jonathan Leake
Divorce is one of the most painful experiences you can face. You don’t have to go through it alone. DivorceCare offers support, answers, and practical tools to help you manage the many stresses of separation and divorce and find healing.
Register Now!
Grief Share
Tuesdays | COED | August 12 – November 11 |1:30 PM – 3:00 |Coed | Weekley 1111 | Resource Fee: $20 | Leaders: Ray Cleek, Corey Watson
GriefShare is a 13-session, Christ-centered grief support group to meet with a group of people who are grieving the death of someone close. Each session will include discussion time and a 30-minute video with valuable insights from counselors, pastors, and teachers, as well as stories of those who have found healing after a loved one’s death.
To register go to www.griefshare.org and find First Baptist’s group.
Rise: A group for Young Widows
Wednesdays | Ongoing | 6:15 – 7:30PM | Women | Room FMC 100 |
Leader: Rachelle Huitink
The death of a spouse is devastating and presents unique challenges for those with young children still at home. Rise group meets every Wednesday evening. Age-appropriate activities are available for your children birth to high school. This is an open, ongoing group, yet we are launching a new focus on August 21 for those who may be interested in jumping in for the Fall.
106 Bluegrass Commons Blvd.
Hendersonville,TN 37075
(615) 824-6154
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