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 - WINTER 2026

Our winter session runs January 4 to February 15

  • Who is Jesus?
    Led by Jay Hotchkiss, Fellowship Room Upstairs

    [SOUND DOCTRINE]
    Jesus describes himself in many unique and interesting ways in the Gospel of John. We'll explore the first half of the Book of John to get a deeper understanding of who Jesus really is and the fulfilling life he offers to us.

  • Church Eldership
    Led by John Gobble, Room 24/25 Upstairs

    [CHRISTIAN VOCATION]

    This class runs through March 29.
    Chatham has a long tradition of following biblical eldership in its church polity. As a means of discipleship and spiritual maturity, we invite all men and boys in the church to participate in this class, during which we will work through the book "Church Elders" by Jeramie Rinne.


    Participants should plan for an hour or so of reading and preparation each week to work through a chapter at a time and be ready to discuss during the Formation Class hour.

Formation Classes - Lent 2026

Our Lenten season classes run from February 22- March 29

  • How to Pray: Different Types of Prayer

    Led By Chatham Elders, Fellowship Room upstairs

    [SPIRITUAL PRACTICES]
    This Lenten season, we'll explore different types of prayer found in the Bible. Each week, will focus on a particular form of prayer, with time for both teaching and praying together. We’ll walk through lament, confession and renewal, thanksgiving, petition, intercession and praise as we grow in a fuller, more faithful prayer life.

  • Church Eldership
    Led by John Gobble, Room 24/25 Upstairs

    [CHRISTIAN VOCATION]
    Chatham has a long tradition of following biblical eldership in its church polity. As a means of discipleship and spiritual maturity, we invite all men and boys in the church to participate in this class, during which we will work through the book "Church Elders" by Jeramie Rinne.


    Participants should plan for an hour or so of reading and preparation each week to work through a chapter at a time and be ready to discuss during the Formation Class hour.