Academy

Retraining through our Gospel Academy

Our Metro Adult Christian Education (MACE) curriculum is designed to shape your maturity in the Gospel, with the goal of equipping you to be leaders in the church, our city, your workplace, family, and beyond.

MACE 101

Gospel Foundations

This course provides a foundational understanding for how the Gospel shapes everything in the Christian life.

Open to both East Falls and Cherry Hill congregants.: Sessions will only be held on the East Falls Campus.
In-person courses on Sundays from 1:15 PM - 3:30 PM in the Miller Room of the East Falls Campus.: Six sessions from September 28 through November 9 with breaks on October 19th.
$20 per registrant.: This one-time cost will help cover the materials and volunteer facilitators of this course.

MACE 203

Systematic Theology: What We Believe

This course provides an overview of the theological doctrines, the “operating system” of our faith, as derived from a biblical understanding of the gospel on which Christian application rests. Why do we believe what we believe?

East Falls: In-person on Sundays, 1:15PM - 3:30PM in the Keller Room.: Sessions from September 28 through December 7 with breaks on 10/12, 10/19, and 11/16.
Cherry Hill: In-person on Saturdays, 9:30AM - 11:30AM at King's Christian.: Sessions from September 27 through December 6 with breaks on 10/11, 10/18, and 11/15.
$20 per registrant.: This one-time cost will help cover the materials and volunteer facilitators of this course.

MACE 202

Biblical Theology: History of Redemption

This course explores God's redemptive plan throughout Scripture, deepening our love for Jesus, the gospel, and the church—and equipping us with a biblical framework to understand the unfolding mystery of God's plan to save his people and restore the world.

Open to both East Falls and Cherry Hill congregants.: Sessions will only be held on the East Falls Campus.
In-person on Tuesdays, 7:00PM-9:15PM in the Keller Room at the East Falls Campus.: Seven sessions from Sept 30 through December 2 with breaks on 10/14, 11/4, and 11/25.
$20 per registrant.: This one-time cost will help cover the materials and volunteer facilitators of this course.

MACE 100

ReMember: New Members Class

The purpose of this course is to provide an overview (and forum to discuss) the core values, mission and vision, central theological doctrines, government, and expectations on becoming a member at Metro.

Virtual on Wednesdays via Zoom.: Three virtual sessions on October 8, October 29, and November 19, 6:00PM-7:15PM.
East Falls:: Mandatory in-person session on Sunday, December 7, 1:15-3:15PM
Cherry Hill:: Mandatory in-person session on Sunday, December 14, 2:00-3:30PM

MACE 301

Leading Community Groups

The purpose of this course is to equip potential and future leaders with the core tenets and skills involved in leading and shepherding Metro's Community Groups; taking this course does not guarantee any role.

Open to both East Falls and Cherry Hill congregants.: Sessions will only be held on the East Falls Campus.
In-person on Tuesdays, 7PM-9:30PM in the Miller Room of the East Falls Campus.: Six sessions from September 30 through November 18, with breaks on 10/14 and 10/28.

FAQs

Answers to Common Questions

Are there prerequisites for taking the classes?: No, these classes are designed for any adult at Metro desiring to understand the foundational pillars of our church.
Can you take classes simultaneously?: Absolutely, feel free to take as many classes that fit into your personal schedule.
Why do some classes require a registration fee?: We request a small fee per person to cover administrative and preparatory costs, materials for the facilitator(s), and small honorariums for our "faculty" who lead each session; paying a fee also further challenges the registrant to remain engaged throughout the course.
Where will the classes take place?: We will offer them either in-person at our East Falls church location, or virtually through interactive livestream.
I desire to take a class, but may not be able to to attend all of the scheduled sessions. May I still participate?: Yes, you can attend the classes you are able to attend, and receive guidance toward makeup sessions or reviews for any classes or material you may have missed.
How will I be notified of the virtual sessions?: After you register, the facilitator(s) will reach out to you via email with confirmed times and links for the interactive virtual sessions.
What if I cannot pay for a given class?: Please do not let finances prevent you from participating; email registration@metrophilly.org, and we will provide a way for you to audit the course.

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