Each fall and spring, Prestonwood offers opportunities for spiritual development in focused classes. Choose a class that interests you, and join us! Class seating is limited.
Wednesday, Sept. 1 | 6:30 p.m.
The Commons, Plano Campus
Guest speaker Ken Starr, former U.S. circuit judge and Solicitor General of the United States, discusses religious freedom issues.
On this Wednesday, Main Street Café will serve an evening meal, 4:30–7:00 p.m. Enjoy beef lasagna, side salad and Italian cream cake for dessert. Sizzle Grill, World Salad Station and Gourmet Pizza will also be open.
Wednesdays
August 20–November 19
6:30–7:45 p.m.
All classes begin at 6:30 p.m. unless noted below.
Ezekiel: When the Glory Returns
Dr. Jason Snyder
Worship Center
14 weeks
Step into one of the most electrifying and mysterious books of the Bible – where wheels turn in the sky, nations rise and fall, and the glory of God departs … only to return in power. In Ezekiel: When the Glory Returns, uncover stunning prophecies, a cosmic battle, and the coming reign of the King. The future isn’t just coming – it’s closer than you think.
Your Story Has a Villain (Men’s Class)
Mark Phanco
Room W202
10–12 weeks
Are you ready to change your narrative and live a different story today? If you’re weary from the struggle and ready to experience life as God intended, this study will help you explore the tactics of Satan, equip you to overcome spiritual battles, and remind you of the victory already secured through Jesus. (Adapted from the book Your Story Has a Villain: Identify Spiritual Warfare and Learn How to Defeat the Enemy by Jonathan Pokluda)
Steadfast: Unshakable Faith (Women’s Class)
Jenn Smith
Room W204
6 weeks
Discover what it means to stand firm in your faith. Each week, we’ll explore the lives of biblical people who remained faithful through every trial – and learn how we can do the same.
Making Your Money Count: Basic Principles Allowing You to Achieve True Financial Freedom
Ron Kelley
Room W206
5 weeks
Taught by Prestonwood Foundation Executive Director Ron Kelley, this class will provide biblical and practical principles to assist you to develop a financial plan, avoid harmful debt, embrace the mentality of being a saver, and much more. This class is for all ages – singles and marrieds – wanting to learn how to honor the Lord by being a faithful steward with what God has provided.
Parenting on Purpose
Dan Panetti
Room A103-105
8 weeks
Are you ready to transform your parenting journey and develop the next generation of Christ-honoring young men and women? Or maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, so you’re seeking guidance and support as you navigate through the cultural influences affecting families at every stage of life. This course offers practical strategies to transform your daily routines and long-term parenting goals. Whether you’re a parent with young children or a parent of teens, there’s something for everyone.
Class Schedule
Week 1: Anxiety & Mental Health
Week 2: Q&A about Anxiety & Mental Health
Week 3: Teen Dating & Relationships
Week 4: Q&A about Teen Dating & Relationships
Week 5: Decision Making
Week 6: Q&A about Decision Making
Week 7: Sexuality & Identity
Week 8: Q&A about Sexuality & Identity
Two Becoming One
Dietrich Blakes
Room A103-105
6 weeks, Oct. 15–Nov. 19
Unlock time-tested secrets for building strong marriages with practical pointers on resolving conflict, developing intimacy, and much more. Couples will learn to strengthen, repair, or prepare for marriage that will last a lifetime. (Adapted from the book Two Becoming One by Don & Sally Meredith)
Seven Essentials of Finishing Well
Dr. Hal Habecker
Room W208
8 weeks
Focus on seven essentials in life to help us live well and finish well. This study is particularly designed with retired people in mind. We believe God has an incredible and compelling mission for us to carry out as we age.
The Seven Essentials
We will grow.
We will connect.
We will care/love.
We will invest.
We will be available.
We will plan ahead.
We will anticipate heaven.
Starting Point
John Perry and Julie Parton
Room W210 (Men)
Room W212 (Women)
8 weeks
Starting Point is for new believers and anyone seeking a stronger, more intentional faith. Discover what it means to live out your faith, understand your identity in Christ, and grow in prayer, Bible reading, and sharing your faith.
DivorceCare
David Osterloh
Room A203
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Most people who have been through separation or divorce will tell you that they have had incredibly painful and stressful experiences. DivorceCare helps you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life using God’s Word as your foundation.
Community of Prayer
Richard Manning
Prayer Tower
6:00–7:00 p.m.
Year-round
Each week, we gather with purpose to engage in focused, intentional prayer – seeking God’s presence and power together.
Xchanged Life
Michael Perron
Room W207
14 weeks
When we are honest with ourselves, there is something in all our lives that we would like to xchange. Xchanged Life is a spiritual process that delivers hope and support to anyone seeking a life free from the snares of lies that limit our God-designed destiny. Xchanged Life is designed to help you xchange your agreement with lies for trust in the truth of God’s Word.
Wednesdays
August 20–November 19
6:30–7:45 p.m. (unless noted below)
EQUIPPING CLASSES
Intro to Biblical Interpretation
Cade Baxter
Room C207
This course is a two-semester educational approach to studying the greater themes of the Bible and God’s grand plan of redemption. The fall semester focuses on the Old Testament and the foundations of God’s plan for the world.
Leviticus
Tom Davenport
Room C206
Join us as we continue a verse-by-verse walk through of the Bible. This fall, we’ll be continuing in Leviticus.
MARRIAGE & FAMILY
The Christ-Centered Marriage
Room C211
Discover what the Bible says about love, commitment and covenant as we dive into practical and spiritual truths for a Christ-centered marriage. Whether you’re newlyweds – or decades in – this class will encourage and equip you to thrive together.
MEN'S MINISTRY
Digging In (Men’s Class)
Ryan Lawson
Room C208
Join us as we discuss the message from the previous week’s Friday Morning Men’s Bible Study.
WOMEN'S MINISTRY
Digging In: Walk in Truth (Women’s Class)
Kim Shirley
Room C209
Join us as we take a deep dive into 1, 2 and 3 John.
International Women’s Bible Study
Dina Imelda
Room C210
Our group is a collective of women of different cultures and languages who study the Bible together in English.
LIFEGROUP BIBLE STUDY
Abundant Grace
Justin Ramos
C205
This multi-generational LifeGroup Bible Study meets year-round on Wednesday nights.
LIFE RECOVERY CLASSES
For locations, e-mail [email protected].
Grief Share (6:00–7:30 p.m.)
Are you experiencing the loss of someone you love? Find comfort and community in studying God’s Word and His plan for healing.
DivorceCare
Most people who have been through separation or divorce will tell you that these are incredibly painful and stressful experiences. DivorceCare can help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life.
PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder can be debilitating. This class, offered for men and women, gives an opportunity to see how to apply God’s Word to personal life circumstances and build community for support.
Xchanged Life
When we are honest with ourselves, there is something in all our lives that we would like to “Xchange.” Xchanged Life is a spiritual process that delivers hope and support for anyone seeking a life free from the snares of lies that limit our God-designed destiny. Xchanged Life is designed to help you Xchange your agreement with lies for trust in the truth of God’s Word. Are you ready to make the Xchange?
Substance Abuse
This is a gathering of people to support and encourage one another in their battle against substance abuse of any kind.
Living Free
This safe place for men who suffer with pornography addiction will show them how God’s Word has answers and truth to apply to their lives and how to have accountability with one another.
A Time to Heal: Mending the Brokenness of Abuse with Christ
A Time to Heal is a ministry for women who have been abused. Looking to God’s Word to help heal deep wounds, this recovery ministry helps survivors build resilience and healing through self-reflection and self-awareness.
Women Living Free
Women Living Free is a support group for women who are healing from hurts of unwanted sexual behavior in their relationships.
The Prodigal
The Prodigal provides care and support for families of children and loved ones who are wandering from God.
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Through our LifeGroup Bible Studies, small-group ministry, every person who comes to Prestonwood is provided an opportunity to build key relationships that can last a lifetime.
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We want to help men, women and students recover from emotional, physical, relational and spiritual wounds through the power of Christ. Through classes, small groups and individual discipleship, the Life Recovery Ministry will help people pursue, overtake, and recover a life of peace and purpose.
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We are a dynamic congregation, with people from all over the North Texas region who have come together for a common purpose—to study God’s Word, to worship Him, to do His work, and to reach the world with the Gospel message.
We unapologetically value six core areas in the life of our church. Together, these shared values identify who we are, rally us toward all that we desire to accomplish, and unite us in fellowship.
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No matter which campus you attend, you’ll find warm smiles to greet you; vibrant, worshipful music to lift your soul; and powerful teaching from God’s Word that will transform your life.
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