AriseU Workshops are in-person training and equipping events. These workshops typically focus on an aspect of biblical discipleship, including marriage, parenting, finances, prayer, technology, scripture reading, sexuality, and more.
Upcoming Workshops
You and Your Gifts: Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts
Friday, January 26th at 6pm
Especially if you’ve been in church for any length of time, you’ve heard about spiritual gifts. But what are spiritual gifts? And how do we put them into practice in daily life? Join Pastor Jacob as we explore who God made you to be and how you can live out your spiritual gifts.
Created for Connection: Conversations for Couples
TBD February
We all want a lifetime of love, support, and faith. But sometimes we need a little help. Join counselor Lee-Stroud Laroche as we learn about how to create open, attuned, responsive, and safe emotional connections with our partners and spouses.
Journeying through Grief
Sunday, March 17th at 1pm
Whether we’re grieving the loss of a loved one or some other heartbreak, grief sucks. In this workshop, we’ll explore grief, the process of health grieving, and discuss some tools and tips for your journey through grief.
Sensory Sunday (Supporting Special Needs and Disability)
Sunday, April 14th at 1pm
Join us for an interactive workshop where we explore practical ways to support those with special needs and disabilities. We'll experience some sensory tools together and learn how we can make Arise a welcoming place for everyone.
Understanding Denominations: What They Are and Why They Exist
Sunday, May 5th at 1pm
There are hundreds, maybe even thousands of different denominations of Christianity. Where did they all come from? And how are they different? Join us as we explore the history and varieties of American Christianity in this AriseU workshop.
Family Discipleship
Sunday, June 9th at 1pm
Raising kids who are following Jesus can feel like an intimidating task. But it doesn't have to be overwhelming or complicated. In this workshop, we’ll explore simple ways to integrate discipleship into the rhythms of your family’s life.
Flash Theology: A Quick intro to the Study of Theology
Sunday, August 4th at 1pm
Theology can feel complex and challenging. But it doesn’t have to be. In this workshop, we’ll discuss what theology is, the various kinds of theological inquiry, and how everyone following Jesus can be a good theologian.
Mental Health Workshop
TBD September
How can we survive in a world of uncertainty, fear, anxiety, and stress? Join Dr. Jenn Ritchie-Lenze as we learn about the needs, signs, tips, and tools that can help us experience better mental health and walk alongside others with health needs.
Bible Journaling
Friday, October 11th at 6pm
Looking for fresh ways to read your Bible? Wondering how you can creatively experience Scripture? Hoping for a dynamic encounter with the messages of the Bible? Join Pastor Kelsey for an evening of Bible journaling and experience the Scriptures like never before.
More Tools for Bible Reading
Sunday, November 17th at 1pm
We've all heard that reading the Bible is important. But how do we go from reading a verse-a-day on an app to really digging into and understanding the Scriptures for ourselves? At this workshop, we'll introduce a variety of tools and approaches that can help you read the Bible with fresh eyes.
2025 workshop schedule forthcoming
