Milestones Classes
Milestones is a framework for adult discipleship designed to equip people through 6 and 12-week courses held throughout the week. Classes that provide specific discipleship in the following areas: Bible Book Study, Engaging the World (Missions), General Interest, Life Stages, Special Situations in Life, and Spiritual Maturity.
Cypress Prayer
Sessions: 1 & 2
Every Wed, Aug 25–Nov 10 @ 6:30–8p — Rm 101
F: Leeanne Rogers
Almighty God is concerned in our praying. He wills it, He commands it, He inspires it. Jesus Christ in heaven is ever praying. Prayer is His law and His life. The Holy Spirit teaches us how to pray. He prays for us "with groaning which cannot be uttered." E.M. Bounds - Join us on Wednesday evenings as we pray for revival, our community, our city, our state, our nation and our world.
The Whole-Brain Child
ISBN: 978-0553386691
Session: 1
Every Wed, Aug 25–Oct 6 @ 6:30–8p — Rm 104
F: Renee Johnson
The Whole-Brain Child (Siegel and Bryson) shows you how to cultivate healthy emotional and intellectual development so that your children can lead balanced, meaningful, and connected lives. This class will offer insight into the amazing way God has designed the brain, helpful ways to explain that design to your child, and age-appropriate strategies for dealing with day-to-day struggles for parents of kids ages 0-9.
Grief Share
Sessions: 1 & 2
Every Wed, Aug 25–Nov 10 @ 6:30–8p — Rm 105
F: Emil Haddad
Grief Share is a grief recovery support group designed to help people as they grieve the death of a loved one. A weekly Grief Share group is a place where healing can occur. Individuals will find others who truly understand the struggles facing those who have lost loved ones. A 13-week repeating workbook and video series help class members move from mourning to joy.
PLACE
Session: 1
Every Wed, Aug 25–Sep 29 @ 6:30–8p — Rm 107
F: Brandon Towle
If you are unaware of your spiritual gifts, heart passions or personality traits, this is the class for you! Houston's First offers a free and confidential spiritual gifts assessment offering you the opportunity to determine where to serve with your gifting at Cypress.
Good Dirt (Women)
Sessions: 1 & 2
Every Wed, Aug 25–Oct 13 @ 6:30–8p — Rm 103
F: Erika Brunson
What does it take to produce good fruit? Good dirt. During this 8-week study, we will discuss some of the classic Spiritual Disciplines and how practicing them creates good dirt and allows God to do what only He can do: make things grow.
Now That Faith Has Come: A Study on Galatians (Women)
Session: 1
Every Wed, Aug 25–Sep 29 @ 6:30–8p — Rm 110/111
F: Teena Haines
Join us on this deep dive into Paul's letter to the Galatians, which is wildly interesting and astonishingly relevant to our present world. This will be a 7 week study.
Grow @ Home - The Tough Topics
Session: 2
Every Wed, Oct 6–Nov 10 @ 6:30–8p — Rm 112
F: Various
Navigating tough topics with your kids and students can be difficult. As you disciple them from a Biblical perspective and teach them to live a counter cultural life, you may feel overwhelmed about how to approach tough topics. We want to partner with you and help you in navigating topics like: Sex Trafficking, Race, Technology, LGBTQ+, and the Sex talk.
We Said Yes
Session: 2
Every Wed, Oct 6–Nov 10 @ 6:30–8p — Rm 110/111
F: Zac Hufty and Jason Swiggart
Come join Pastor Jason and Paige Swiggart along with Zac and Nicole Hufty for this six week course on building healthier, happier and holier marriages. We will cover topics such as communication, intimacy, finances and having a kingdom minded marriage.
Alpha
Sessions: 1 & 2
Every Wed, Aug 25–Nov 10 @ 6:30–8p — Connection Center
F: Zac Hufty and Daniel Champagne
Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith. Each talk is designed to create conversation in an environment where anyone feels comfortable to share what they think and believe without judgement. Our MidLink Alpha is designed for you to attend with your friends who have questions about faith, while also providing an example format for those interested in leading an Alpha in their home.
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) — 2020–2021
2nd & 4th Mon, Sep 13–May 9 @ 9:30a–12p — HUB
F: Kelsey Kolkhorst
MOPS international encourages and equips moms of young children to realize their potential as mothers, women and leaders in relationship with Jesus and in partnership with the local church. Registration fee applies.
COST $31.95: MOPS International fee to join.
Forgiving What You Can’t Forget by Lysa Terkeurst
Every Wed, Sep 1 – Oct 20 @ 9:30–11:30a – Rm 110/111
T: Andi Farrell
Have you ever wrestled through the journey of feeling stuck in a cycle of unresolved pain, playing offenses over and over in your mind? Discover what the Bible really says about forgiveness and the peace that comes from living it out right now.
Mama Bear Apologetics by Hillary Morgan Ferrer
Every Wed, Sep 1 – Oct 20 @ 9:30-11:30a – Rm 108
T: Kathleen Cummings & Lauren Beckemeyer
Knowing what is true is the best way to argue against what is false. Whether you are a mom, grandmother, sister, aunt or friend, come join us and learn how to empower ourselves and our children to challenge cultural lies with biblical truth.
After the Boxes Are Unpacked: Moving on After Moving In by Susan Miller
Every Wed, Sep 1 – Nov 3 @ 9:30–11:30a – Rm 105
T: Heather Thomas
Whether you just moved or moved 3 years ago, you are invited to get connected, make friends and process the emotions that come with a move. Join other women as we walk through the steps of letting go, starting over, and moving forward.
Precepts: James by Kay Arthur
Every Wed, Sep 1 – Nov 3 @ 9:30 - 11:30a – Rm 104
T: Simone Fleming
What is true faith? How should you live the Christian life? Each verse of this practical study is alive with instructions, admonition, and encouragement. Learn God's principles for dealing with trials, temptations, the tongue, and the pull of the world.