CBCU - Learning with a Higher Purpose!


CBC University is a great place to continue your education and experience community all at the same time. Courses are offered at every level, so feel free to experiment with a variety of classes during the upcoming semesters and find the perfect Life Group for you. Courses are 6 weeks in length with a 1 week break in between sessions, giving everyone a chance to grow in our journey with Christ while experiencing life at a such a fast pace.

Courses are categorized as follows:
101 Courses - Fellowship with a Purpose!! Experience community thru SportsLife, Bunko, Game Night, etc..., while building relationships and sharing together.
201 Courses - Bible Study Light. You don't have to be a Bible Scholar to grow in Christ, and this is a great place for YOU! (No Homework Required)
301 Courses - Next Level Growth!! These courses will be much more In-Depth in their Bible Study, and will require various amounts of homework each week.
Grad School - Speaks for itself!! Extensive homework, personal evaluation, and a very challenging environment for the serious learner.


Spring Session: March 24th to May 4th

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  CBCU Course Listings

Monday Evening - 6:30 pm
Course Title Leaders Room Cost Description
201 Pursuit - The Rest of the Story Martha Fisher Pier 12 None Experience the lavish blessings of God in this verse-by-verse study of the nature, propagation, plan, and application of redemption.

Info:477-1753 dcrawford@cbcmail.org
Quest (Men) Frank Owen SWC None The Quest is a weekly Monday night LifeGroup just for men. The Quest teaches us what the Bible has to say about being better sons, better husbands, better fathers, and better men.

Info:477-1723 fowen@cbcmail.org
Tuesday Mornings - 6:30 am
101 Raising a Modern Day Knight Carl Caton C134 $12 From the producer of Wild at Heart, A Band of Brothers comes a compelling new video study that will give you the opportunity to be able to explore how we can raise our sons into a noble, vibrant masculinity and a healthy manhood propelling your fatherhood to another level.

Info:577-0003 carlcaton@gardenridge.net
Wednesday Mornings - 11:00 am
101 Developing a Servants Heart (SeniorLife-Retirees) Elmer Hembree P3A None We will be given a fresh perspective of servanthood. We were saved to serve, called to serve and have a pattern for service. Jesus is our role model for service.

Info:355-7793 eldette@aol.com
Wednesday Evenings - 6:00 pm
101 Aerobics Gladys Cuellar P9 None This class uses a variety of aerobic formats such as hi/low, light strength training and athletic conditioning. Suitable for all fitness levels.

Info:545-0835 glad.cuellar@sbcglobal.net
201 Redefining Life (Men) Doug Koop P130 None Redefining Life for Men fosters reflection and discussion on the essential issues facing men today. Ranging from fatherhood to purpose to temptaion, this Bible study guide features The Message/REMIX and includes a collection of readings from books and magazines.

Info: 830-438-8436 doug.koop@cs-americas.com
301 Beth Moore's Breaking Free Part II Sharon Gonzalez C135 $16 The battle of freedom, day to day, is truly a challenge. Join this LifeGroup of ladies, who gather each week to learn how to break free from day to day.

Info: 490-6174 slgonzalez@satx.rr.com
Drive-Thru New Testament Nicole Galvan P7A None We will continue with Drive-Thru... driving through the cities of Sardis, Smyrna, Lycus Valley, Ephesus, Cappadocia, and Istanbul. Never heard of any of these cities? Come join us as we take a quick drive thru each city on Wednesday nights.

Info: 481-1613 nicolegalvan@satx.rr.com
Wednesday Evenings - 6:30 pm
301 48 Days To The Work You Love Lou Beaird P6A $139 We'll take an intense look together at how in a period of 48 days, we can discover a work that we love. Some people spend a lifetime working in an arena they hate; that doesn't have to be you. Join us as we take this journey together.

Info: 494-2131 lou@chuckbowen.net
Wednesday Evenings - 7:15 pm
101 Body Sculpting Jill Willis P9 None Muscular strength and endurance class utilizing free weights and bands for a full body workout.

Info: 566-4614 jackrabbit1@sbcglobal.net
Starting Your Journey With Christ - Part II Alan Cutting P8 None Conversational, basic theology for new believers or for those who just want to dig a bit deeper into what the Christian church is all about. This is a great next step for Alpha graduates.

Info: 481-0837 hawaiiantwin@sbcglobal.net
201 Living a Life of Balance - Women of Faith Trisha Box B117 $6.50 Living a life of balance is easier said than done. We try so hard to be everywhere at once, to be all things to all people, to our husbands, to our jobs, but before we know it, we're completely worn out and a life of balance seems virtually impossible.

Info: 491-9474 tboxpr@satx.rr.com
Bible Study From the Huntin' Blind Bruce Van Pelt P6B None Are you a Bubba? Are you a Bubba-wanna-be? We will even take some Pocket-Protectors! Join us for a fun look at how God can teach us to be men of God.

Info: 669-3080 vanpelt@sbcglobal.net
Purpose Driven Life (Women) Debbie White B118 $9 You are about to embark on a journey of discovery. Throughout this six-session video-based study taught by Rick Warren you are going to discover the answer to life's most fundamental question: "What on earth am I here for?" and here's a clue to the answer "It's not about you..."

Info: 495-6436 Debi0807@yahoo.com
Friday Evenings, every other friday - 6:30 pm
201 Building a Marriage Scott Sitterle C132 none Building a Strong Marriage is much like building a strong house. You need a dependable blueprint and you need a great architect!! This 5 week Life Group will show us God's blueprint for our marriage - His Word. As husbands and wives follow His instructions for marriage, God promises He will build joy, intimacy, and purpose into your relationship with your mate.

Info: 497-4422 eyedoc@43432@aol.com
Saturday Evenings - 6:15 pm
201 Five Love Languages Quinn and Tricia Westerman P9 $14 Through fun-filled presentations before a live audience, Gary Chapman helps you identify your personal love language. He also helps you understand the love language of your spouse. Then he provides practical suggestions for enriching your marriage by practicing the other love languages.

Info: 492-4979 QWEST@satx.rr.com
The Twelve Elmer Hembree C134 None Explore the background of all twelve disciples. They were ordinary, imperfect men. They were chosen men. Only one died an ordinary death. Join us as we explore these men and their relationships with Jesus.

Info: 355-7793 eldette@aol.com
Mirror Image Robert Allison and Jason Northrup P5 None Maybe what you need is a different perspective. Based on some of the most famous Biblical parables, such as the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son, Mirror Image tells the story of a family who faces dramatic events and must choose how to respond. This is a video driven curriculum with discussion, and all ages and stages are welcome to attend.

Info: 379-1970 caneyegolf@hotmail.com
Godly Principles of a Healthy Single Mom Part III Carol Wascom P6A None These principles raise single moms to new levels and encourage you to flourish spiritually in every aspect of your life, leading you to live a life of purpose, meaning, focus, order, balance, and harmony.

Info: 477-5191 cdwascom@aol.com
Really Bad Girls of the Bible DeAubrey Grayson C135 $7.50 This study combines contemporary fiction with a verse-by-verse commentary to explore the "slightly bad" lives of a few Old Testament women. Far from evil, yet slightly bad, these women from the book of Genesis stubbed their toes along the rocky path of righteousness. Sound familiar?

Info: deaubrey@msn.com
301 Learning from the Minor Prophets Sam Brock Choir Rehearsal None From Obadiah to Malachi, there is so much to learn. We'll take a look at some of the amazing insights, journeys, and words of wisdom from many of the twelve minor prophets.

Info: 496-1259
Sunday Mornings - 9:15 am
201 Crash Course through the Bible Mike Wyrick C130/132 None A fun and quick overview of the Bible in six one-hour sessions. Designed to prepare participants for more in depth personal and group studies. Highlights major characters, events and concepts and relates them to sermons, books, hymns and even movies, the evening news, and the History, National Geographic and Discovery Channels.

Info: 455-3737 mkwyrick@cs.com
Life Lessons for Men from the Book of Acts Leo Munoz P3A None The book of Acts tells the story of the early Christian Church, with a particular emphasis on the ministry of the twelve Apostles and of Paul. From the early chapters in Jerusalem to the later chapters on Paul, men have so much to learn. Don't miss this amazing time together as we grow in Christ and grow as men.

Info: 573-3108 lmunoz@satx.rr.com
Love, Sex, and Lasting Relationships (Single Adults) Tom Duck P4 none Join an amazing group of Single Adults for this two-session LifeGroup, where you'll discover that there is a better way to find love, stay in love, and grow in intimacy for a lifetime. Chip Ingram unpacks Ephesians chapter five and delivers to us God's prescription for building relationships that last a lifetime.

Info: Lori McIrvin 481-3308 lori.mcirvin@lackland.af.mil
Effective Parenting in a Defective World Dretke and Escobedo P5 $11.50 Raising children these days is a tough assignment. And that is why we are so excited about this new DVD Bible curriculum, Effective Parenting gives parents practical, biblical principles on raising children in today's world. You will review topics such as: God's dream for children and creating the ultimate environment for parenting.

Info: 545-2639 cbcmarried4life@sbcglobal.net
Parenting Today With God Jason Stallings P8 None Through personal testimony and biblical understanding we will explore parenting from God's perspective. His approach is timeless and his words will help us be the parents we desire to be.

Info: 637-0705 jstallings4@gvtc.com
Calm My Anxious Heart Scott McMurrian C134/135 none We worry a lot! We worry about our children, our families, our spouses and the list could go on. We want to be content and trust God with our worries but it is a struggle to let go and free ourselves from the burden of anxiety. If you are tired of worrying about all the "what-ifs" in your life and want to experience the calm and contentment promised in the scriptures.

Info: 545-3874 smcmurrian@satx.rr.com
301 Living By The Spirit (Women) Jennifer Zaccagni P6A None This is for the woman who is serious about diving into God's Word. We'll take a deep look into the Bible, allowing for God's Spirit to be present, and challenge one another in our daily walk with Christ.

Info: 830-885-2132 jenniferzaccagni@gmail.com
Colossians Helen Zanatta P2B None Colossians stresses the completeness of the believer in Christ. We will learn that Jesus is the image of God, the source of all wisdom, and the Head of the church. He deserves our sincere adoration and praise.

Info: 764-2872 hzanatta@satx.rr.com
Sunday Mornings - 11:00 am
201 The Greatest Stories Never Told (Young Married) Chris and Bre'Anna Emmitt C129 None Come join this group of Young Married's as they learn from some of the most incredible stories in the Bible that many of us have never even heard before. That’s right, the Bible is full of some amazing stuff, and this will be an awesome six weeks together.

Info: 831-3912 theemmitts@gmail.com
The Life Of Esther Kevin and Lisa Walls P5 None Esther is an amazing story, about the King's wife saving the day for her people. The stories are endless, and this six week study will only skim the surface, so join an awesome group of young married adults to see how Esther's story and life still has amazing application for us today.

Info: 481-0484 klwalls91@satx.rr.com
Love And Respect: Keys To Blending Families Together Glenn and Amy Saxon P3A $10 There are many challenges to blending two families together. Discover the secret that cracks the communication code between husbands and wives and reap the benefits of marriage as God intended. Harmony and happiness in relationships is not achieved by love alone, but by building on both parts of the Ephesians 5:33 equation: love and respect.

Info: 767-8999 michael_saxon@yahoo.com
Leadership Biblically Speaking Larry Moss P9 $22 (Optional) Even strong, courageous Christians are constantly faced with difficult decisions. whether you are hiring new staff, firing a long-time employee or making other tough decisions ... in business or personal relationships ... there is a biblical framework that will help you make better decisions and grow in your own understanding of God's work.

Info: 257-6344 larry.gonefishing@gmail.com
Doing Life Together (Single Adults) Mark Christensen and Deanna Kaplen P8 None Spiritual maturity doesn't happen by accident. The six sessions in this study equip you for the basic habits of spiritual growth: relying on the Holy Spirit, cultivating time in the Bible and prayer, seeing life's obstacles as opportunities for growth, and partnering with Christians who are committed to supporting your growth. Here is a realistic, practical path to growing strong in faith and Christian character.

Info: 545-1889 or
251-2763 dksellshomes@yahoo.com

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  CBCU FAQ

Q: Do I have to complete a 101 to take a 201?
A: No - You can register for any course that fits your need.
 
Q: How long is each course?
A: Most courses are 6 weeks in length (some may be 12, and will be offered during both sessions that semester).
 
Q:When are the sessions?
A: Session I - February 4 - March 15 (weeks)
     Session II - March 24 - May 4 (6 weeks)
 
Q: Is there a cost?
A: Some courses will require a participant book, and cost will vary per course (see website to find details and registration information).
 
Q: How do I register?
A: Go to www.communitybible.com and you can select your course, register for Childcare (if needed), and purchase your materials (if needed).