Classes & clubs
Classes
Classes and workshops at Damascus Road Community Church are designed to help you grow. Whether you're looking for help in a practical area of your life, navigating a difficult season, seeking to learn more about God or the Bible, or pursuing new skills, you'll find insightful content and dedicated teachers that will equip you to do life better.
Covenant Membership Class
Saturday, Mar 28 | 8:45am-12pm
All who follow Jesus as Lord and Savior are called to be part of a community of Christ (Romans 12:4-5; 15:5-7; 1 Corinthians 12:12-14; Ephesians 4:12-16). That’s God’s plan. Covenant membership unites us in the shared mission of this congregation as together we discover God’s purpose for our lives. Here are the steps to covenant membership:
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Accept Jesus Christ as your Savior and Lord.
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Be baptized into the faith.
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Complete our online DRCC Orientation.
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Register to attend the next class.
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Sign the DRCC Membership Covenant at the end of the class.
FREE
FirstStep
Four 2-part winter sessions to choose from!
Pathway recommendation: exploring
Wondering what next steps are here at Damascus Road Community Church? Join us, along with others like yourself, at our 2-part FirstStep. You'll have some fun, meet new friends, and get equipped to begin your Damascus Road journey. We'll gather during a weekend service while your children (birth-5th grade) are with our welcoming Children's Ministry.
FREE
GriefShare
Jan 28 - Apr 21 | 6:45-8:30pm
GriefShare is a 12-week seminar and support group for adults who are grieving the death of a loved one. In a Christ-centered and safe environment, participants learn valuable information about loss and grief, share with others who understand their pain, and begin their recovery from grief with renewed hope for the future.
$15/includes materials
Pure Desire: Break Through, Break Free
Confidential times/locations
Pure Desire groups are designed to provide a safe place to process the struggle with pornography, build a lifestyle of accountability, and find healing. We provide an effective, confidential system for building healthy mental and visual habits.
$30/includes all materials
PLACE Workshop | January Session
2 Part Class:
Saturday, March 21, 9am-1pm & Sunday, March 22, 1-4:30pm
Pathway recommendation // exploring
You are invited to learn more about yourself and gain insight into your unique design and role in God's kingdom.
PLACE is a biblically based discipleship ministry which facilitates the placement of individuals into areas of service for which God uniquely made them. PLACE participants experience a workshop where assessments are given, are coached concerning how to interpret their assessments, and are connected with ministry leaders to discuss how the PLACE participants might serve.
Can't make the January session? Watch for another PLACE Workshop coming in March.
$20/includes all materials
Sister 2 Sister Winter Series Part 1 // Christine Caine's 20/20
Tuesdays, Jan 28 - March 10 | 6:30-8:00 pm
Thursday AM: Jan 30 - March 12 | 9:30-11:30am
Thursday PM: Jan 30 - March 12 | 6:30-8:30pm
$16 for materials
In this 7-session study, you'll develop a new understanding of how God sees you and has chosen you to help make Jesus' name famous on this planet. You will be challenged to share the story of how God's love has transformed your life right where you are.
$16
Sister 2 Sister Winter Series Part 2: We Saved You a Seat
Tuesdays: Mar 17 - Apr 28 | 6:30-8pm
Thursday AM: Mar 19 - Apr 30 | 9:30-11:30am
Thursday PM: Mar 19 - Apr 30 | 6:30-8:30pm
We Saved You a Seat by Lisa-Jo Baker is about finding and keeping lasting friendships. This 7-session video Bible study features Lisa-Jo Baker and friends from (in)courage who will explore our relationship with Jesus as the ultimate model for authentic friendship. Instead of chasing perfection, overcome your fear of being known and find the courage to connect.
$16/includes book
ALL IN PARENTING: Talking to Your Child about God's Design for Sex
Sunday, Feb 16 | 5:30-7:30pm | Roger Record
Learn how to have that conversation about God's design for sex with your child/teen.
Childcare will be available at the rate of $5 per family, per class session, payable during online registration.
FREE
Child Dedication Classes
Saturdays, Apr 4 & 18 | 5-6:15pm
If you are interested in dedicating your child to the Lord, please register for this class as a next step. DRCC is excited to support you as you fulfill your God-given role as your child’s primary spiritual leader! Child Dedication Weekend: April 25 & 26
During this class, we will explore the following topics:
• Biblical significance of dedication
• Parents as primary spiritual leaders for their children
• Embracing your role for a lifetime
• DRCC’s Parenting Covenant
• Available parenting resources to support the spiritual development of children
• Preview of dedication ceremony
• Other next steps for parents at DRCC
FREE
Affinity Groups (Clubs)
Clubs at Damascus Road Community Church is another great way to connect with others over a common interest. Check out our current clubs.
Pathway recommendation: exploring
Sewing Club for Missions / Days for Girls
We sew sustainable sanitary products for our mission teams to take on their trips. We are empowering women, which uplifts their community, as well as sharing the love of Jesus! There is a job for everyone. Sewing, cutting, sorting, ironing, data management, and supplying materials.
1st & 3rd Monday of every month | 9am-12pm
Call the main office (301-829-3722) for location.
3rd Monday of every month | 6-9pm
Call the main office (301-829-3722) for location.
Evening Sewing Club for Missions
Come make a difference in the lives of many needy people worldwide. When Damascus Road Community Church's missionaries travel to third world countries, they take along items that were sewn with loving care: quilts, little boys’ shorts, school bags, and more. Sew with us! Donations of material, thread and other items could be useful.
The 2019-2020 season will be challenged with a new quilting project and everyone is invited to participate! Non-sewers are welcomed to create, prepare, and assemble quilts.
3rd Friday of every month | 6-9pm
Location: Damascus Road Community Church