Compass Classroom exists to equip the body of Christ to reach, teach, and train others to the glory of God.

Classes are open to all and free to attend. We invite everyone to attend a class each Sunday morning at Compass.

Four paths of study are designed to teach and train both heart and mind in a cumulative fashion. Follow one path until completion of Core classes, or mix and match as fits your interest and availability.

  • A.W. Tozer said, “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” Studying the nature of God is foundational to growing in our walk with God. We will provide classes that study who God is as revealed through His Scriptures.

  • We know from 2 Timothy 3:16-17 that God has spoken, breathing His Word through the authors of Scripture so that we might hear from Him and be equipped to live a mature Christian life. We will provide classes that study the Holy Scriptures so that everyone will be equipped for every good work.

  • There are skills that every Christian should master so that they are the most useful to the Lord. We will provide classes taught by wise counselors who will show us how to practically apply Scripture to areas such as marriage, parenting, financial stewardship, etc.

  • The church will run at full strength when there are many well-trained ministry leaders. Our eighth distinctive is, “We will always be working to plant new churches,” which means we will always need to provide classes that train congregants for biblical Christian leadership.

upcoming Classes

begin january 2025

No human can think high enough or big enough about God. He so far surpasses our ability to grasp! Yet love compels us to know Him as He has revealed Himself in His Word. In this class, we’ll seek to unpack key concepts that God reveals about Himself, topics like: incommunicable & communicable attributes, the mystery of the Trinity, God’s eternal decree from time past, His working in providence in time present, the problem of evil, and God’s glory as the chief end of all existence. Join us as we behold our God.

Behold your god: the doctrine of god

Teacher: Pastor Stephen Duwe

Days: Sundays
Time: 8:35 am
Dates: January 5 - February 16 (7 weeks)
Location: Heritage Room (in building adjacent to main building)

Join us for a thoughtful and engaging study of the parables—Jesus’ powerful and often surprising teachings about life, faith, and the kingdom of God. Together, we’ll reflect on their meaning, consider their relevance today, and explore how they shape our understanding of what it means to follow Him. Whether you’re new to these teachings or revisiting them with fresh eyes, this class offers a chance to deepen your knowledge and grow in your faith alongside others.

The parables of Jesus

Teacher: Pastor Josiah Smith

Days: Sundays
Time: 10:35 am
Dates: January 5 - February 16 (7 weeks)
Location: Heritage Room (in building adjacent to main building)

You may be someone who is new to exploring the Christian faith, or who wants to go back to basics and think through what it really means to be a Christian. There will be no heavy or deep theology. Rather, the course is designed to allow you to check out the simple fundamentals of what Christians believe. 

In ths six-week course you can ask any question you want and not be put on the spot or embarrassed in any way. You will not be asked to read out loud, pray, or answer questions. There will, however, be ample opportunity for discussion.

explaining christianity

Teacher: Pastor Stephen Duwe

Days: Sundays
Time: 10:35 am
Dates: January 12 - February 16 (6 weeks)
Location: Boiler Room (main building, toward back)

current Classes

conclude december 2024

deep waters: How to think about and deal with your emotions biBlically

Teacher: Pastor Josiah Smith

Days: Sundays
Time: 8:35 am
Dates: December 8 - 22 (3 weeks)
Location: Main Classroom (in our new Office Building adjacent to our Sunday Campus)

As Christians, we assume that in order to be mature we have to keep our emotions in check, leading to unhelpful behaviors like ignoring our emotions or seeking to suppress them altogether. But is this what God intended for our emotions? When Christ redeems us through the Gospel, He redeems every part of us, including our emotions. Explore with us God’s intention behind giving us emotions and learn to engage them in ways that give Him glory.

Speaking about Jesus can be daunting! This class will equip you with five essential tactics to witness for him in everyday Christian living. We’ll also learn how to lovingly convict the conscience of sin and how to create a winsome culture at home and through church. With table discussions mixed in with the instruction, you’ll develop in your thinking and ability to reach the lost with the good news of Jesus Christ.

Essentials of Evangelism: How to be used by god in everyday life

Teacher: Pastor Stephen Duwe

Days: Sundays
Time: 10:35 am
Dates: December 8 - 22 (3 weeks)
Location: Main Classroom (in our new Office Building adjacent to our Sunday Campus)

ongoing training

Ongoing Training classes may require books to purchase and have accompanying homework.

Men’s Ministry Track

Teacher: Pastor Ben Blakey

Days: Saturdays
Time: 7am-9am
Frequency: Once per month
Location: The Boiler Room

The Men’s Ministry Track of Compass Classroom is an intense training program for men who desire to be leaders in the church. Whether pursuing full-time ministry or seeking to improve your current service, this set of courses is designed to strengthen and sharpen you for greater service to the Lord. Over the course of two years, we will cover the topics of Character, Theology, Leadership, and Teaching.

This track is organized in 4-month semesters and can be joined at the beginning of any semester (September and January).

An application and interview with a pastor is required to join this program.

Biblical Counseling Fundamentals track

This training track will equip individuals to counsel others at Compass with the Word of God. The material will explore the most critical doctrines and practices associated with Biblical Counseling. This training will be accomplished through 30 hours of class time and assignments completed throughout the track. By taking this course, there is no guarantee that the student will be assigned counseling cases at CBCTV; however, the goal is to equip each student to do so.

This class begins annually in September or January, depending on various factors. Current class began in Sept. 2024 and will complete in May 2025. No late additions to the class will be accepted.

Teacher: Pastor Charlie Matz

Days: Sundays
Time: 12:30-2pm
Frequency: Weekly
Location: The Boiler Room

previous classes

Life-Changing Habits (Fall 2023)
Getting Clear on the Holy Spirit (Fall 2023)
Revival From the Bible Intensive (Fall 2023)
What in the World Is Going On? (Spring 2023)
The Power of Prayer (Spring 2023)
The Basics of Evangelism (Fall 2022)
The Basics of Biblical Counseling (Fall 2022)
The Minor Prophets (Summer 2022)
The Basics of Spiritual Leadership (Summer 2022)
The Attributes of God (Spring 2022)
Revival From the Bible (Spring 2022)
Biblical Financial Stewardship (Spring 2022)