An overview:
the discipleship pathway
Equipping Disciples in the Bible, Beliefs, and Habits
Discover Your Path in Community
No one has impacted history more than Jesus, and nothing will transform your life and our world more than the gospel of Jesus Christ. This is the reality behind the great commission He gave to us as His disciples.
At Valley Bible Church, we believe Jesus is calling us to know and follow Him — and to help others believe and follow Him as well. That is what our Discipleship Pathway is all about.
Our pathway reflects four ways to grow in your faith: Classes, Life Groups, Electives, and opportunities to Serve. In each of these, you will find God’s Word as foundational, community as essential, and serving others as the way we live together..
1) Classes at valley
Deepen Your Spiritual Roots
Growing strong roots for your faith journey. Our classes walk you through the essentials of the Christian faith — from exploring what it means to follow Jesus all the way to learning how to share your faith and make disciples.
• Come & See — Explore the saving relationship of Jesus and what it means to follow Him.
• Foundations — Essential Christian beliefs and habitual practices for new believers.
• Doctrine — Deeper study of what we believe and why it matters.
• Spiritual Formation — Growing habits and character as a Christian.
• Evangelism & Disciple-Making — Learning to share your faith and help others grow.
3) electives
Growth in Life and Habits
Focused environments that meet you exactly where you are in life’s specific challenges and seasons.
• Life Stages — Young Adults, Women’s Ministry, Men’s Ministry
• Families — Mom’s Ministry and more
• Growth — Financial Peace University, Prayer Initiative
2) Life groups
Connect in Community
Life Groups are the heart of community at Valley — small gatherings where we learn and obey God’s Word, pray for one another, serve together, and share the gospel. This is where deep friendships are built and faith is strengthened.
4) Service
Fruit of the Spirit
Together we become the hands and feet of Jesus, using our diverse gifts as one unified body to meet needs both within our church and throughout the Connecticut River Valley.
• In Our Community — Community Impact, Hospitality, Global Outreach
• In Our Church — Congregational Care, Facilities, Production & Media
• In Ministry — Valley Kids, Valley Youth, Worship Team, and more
Your Journey Starts with a Single Step, Together
Whether you are exploring faith for the first time or looking for your next step of growth, there is a place for you in our Discipleship Pathway. We would love to walk alongside you.
NEXT STEPS:
Contact us | Speak to a pastor or Staff About ministry needs, upcoming classes and more.
Join Us This Sunday | PLan a visit to valley
Materials to deepen Faith | Resources
Then he said to them all: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it.
Luke 9:23-24
faith-building RESOURCES
Scripture Studies, Reading Plans & More
These Bible reading plans and study tools will help you develop a consistent habit of reading God's Word, understanding what it means, and applying it to your everyday life.
Books to Deepen Your Faith
Following Jesus is a lifelong journey of learning and growth. Check out our recommendations on our Resource’s page. These books have helped us understand God's Word better, grow in Christ-like character, and live out our faith in everyday life.