Spirirtual Growth Ministries
Grand Slam Christians is a series of 5 classes taught by the pastors
at
South Hills Assembly. Using baseball as the organizational metaphor,
this series exists to help you mature as a Christian. Grand Slam
Christians is a pathway of growth for every believer. Bases 1-3
on the baseball diamond represent the first 3 training sessions,
with Home Plate and Pitcher's Mound completing the series. South
Hills Assembly offers this series to fulfill its vision of loving
God and making His love known.
Grand Slam Christians will give you a sense of belonging at South
Hills
Assembly, and provide you with a fresh perspective on the process
of
Christian maturity. Along the way you'll be challenged & equipped
to achieve your God-given roles. These classes support the five
40 Days' Purposes of Fellowship, Discipleship, Ministry, Evangelism
and Worship.
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FIRST BASE: FELLOWSHIP
First Base is an introduction to the workings of this Assembly
taught by Senior Pastor Jack Stepp. First Base is the only
class required for membership. The emphasis is on experiencing
God through the SHA Fellowship. You'll get an overview of
this assembly's faith, purposes, organization, strategies
and vision. You'll discover the benefits of fellowship at
South Hills Assembly. "We will in all things grow up
into Him who is the Head, that is Christ, from Him the whole
body, joined together by every supporting ligament, grows
and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work*until
we all reach unity in the faith and the knowledge of the Son
ofGod and become mature."
Ephesians 4:15b-16, 13
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SECOND BASE: DISCIPLESHIP
Second Base deals with Discipleship, and will help you learn
how to establish habits that promote your growth in God's
grace so you can receive all that He has for you and mature
as a Christian. Discover the importance of knowledge, perspective,
conviction, skills and character in your life. "If you
know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more
will your Father who is in heaven give good and advantageous
things to those who ask Him." Matthew 7:11
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THIRD BASE: MINISTRY
In Third Base you'll learn about your unique giftedness and
discover your unique shape, how you are equipped for Ministry
as a believer. Pastor Travis facilitates this process of self-discovery.
In the New Testament, Christ calls us to fulfill numerous
commands, 50 of which can only be accomplished by becoming
involved in a local church. In this class you can find your
place in the body of Christ at South Hills Assembly. "To
equip God's people for works of service, so that the Body
of Christ may be built up." Ephesians 4: 12-13a
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HOME PLATE: EVANGELISM
At Home Plate, the 4th class of the series, you will acquire
confidence to carry out the Great Commission, which is Christ's
call to, "Go and make disciples of all nations."
Matthew 28:19 Pastor Rick will encourage and equip you to
share the love of Jesus with everyone you meet. The focus
of this class is Evangelism. You'll learn to proclaim the
Good News of Christ's forgiveness through genuine love, service
and concern for the well being of others.
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PITCHER'S MOUND: WORSHIP
The Grand Slam Christians series concludes with a trip to
the Pitcher's Mound. Here you'll study Worship using Biblical
examples of exalting God through music, song, clapping, the
use of banners and dance and more. Worship leader Pastor Bernie
will explain how it's done at SHA. "O magnify the Lord
with me, and let us exalt His name together." Psalm 34:3
Through praise and worship we connect with God. He inhabits
the praises of His people. Let's get good at it!
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Classes are held in the
Multi Purpose Room and all but the 3rd begin at 4:00 pm and end
at 8:30 pm. Pastor Travis' 3rd Base runs from 12:30-4:30 pm to accommodate
his commitment to the Bridge, Young Adults ministry later in the
evening. Praise & Worship is incorporated into each class so
you won't feel you're missing Sunday night church. And you won't
go hungry either since we provide a free supper! Infants and children
through age 5 are welcome in our child-care facilities at 4:00 pm.
Those children in the Children's Choirs can join their classes at
6:00 pm.
Click
here for the schedule for the next round of Grand Slam Christians.
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