The goal of the class is to teach participants tools to help them grow in their ability to understand God's Word and thus know God better and be transformed by its message. It includes tools for moving from a text to a teaching lesson or even sermon. There are times when the lessons will build on the previous lessons, but all are strongly encouraged to just come when you can, as there will always be something that can be learned from any given session. Participants will have optional opportunities to practice the tools taught in class between class sessions to solidify the learning and are strongly encouraged to do so, as participants will get out of the class what they put in. At this time, there are no childcare plans in place.