Amplify I is an intentional equipping environment where you will explore gospel fluency in community with others on the same journey.
For anyone who is ready to take significant steps forward as a follower of Jesus.
WHAT IS THE RHYTHM OF AMPLIFY I?
Amplify I is a 4 month journey that involves an in-person gathering every other week and weekly reflections and exercises to be practiced in community with a group of 3-4 total.
Amplify I Gatherings:
All gatherings occur on Sundays from 6pm-7:30pm. The scheduled dates are as follows:
- September 7
- September 21
- October 5
- October 19
- November 2
- November 16
- November 30
- December 14
Amplify I Weekly Reflections and Exercises:
Expect to spend between 1-3 hours each week engaging in weekly reflections and exercises in community.
WHAT WILL YOU EXPERIENCE?
GOSPEL FLUENCY: When we encounter the gospel, it changes everything. But what does it look like, practically-speaking, to speak the truths of Jesus into everyday life? For all of us, we can grow in being gospel fluent - moving from unbelief to belief in whatever areas of our lives we find it difficult to believe God's promises and live according to that belief. We will devote time to knowing God's Word together in community, and from that foundation, allow the gospel to flow out of us into the varied situations, conversations, and relationships of our everyday lives. We will utilize the Gospel Fluency Handbook by Jeff Vanderstelt and Ben Connelly as the content for this 4-month journey together.
COMMUNITY: We were not designed to follow Jesus in isolation - as we go and make disciples, we cannot do it alone. The relationships built and developed throughout the Amplify I experience are intended to be ongoing as you live out the gospel together in your day-to-day context. You will gather with your group of 3-4 on the "off weeks" outside of our in-person gatherings to share in reflections and discussion together.
WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO KNOW?
Will there be food at the gatherings?
We will have some snacks available when we gather every other week but will not have a full meal together.
Will there be "homework"?
Yes, we will be utilizing the Gospel Fluency Handbook by Jeff Vanderstelt and Ben Connelly which is structured with readings and reflections, followed by group discussion and exercises. You can expect to spend 1-3 hours weekly on these reflections and exercises. You will gather with your group of 3-4 on the "off weeks" outside of our in-person gatherings to spend time in group discussion and walking through the exercises together.
Do I need to purchase the Gospel Fluency Handbook before the gatherings begin?
We will take care of purchasing the print materials - if you are able to donate, a $10 toward the cost of the handbook is greatly appreciated. However, if you are unable to donate, we will take care of it for you!
Is attendance at the in-person gatherings mandatory?
We ask that you commit to being in-person at least 7 of the 8 in-person gatherings (video will be available if you are unable to attend). Childcare will be offered, so please register in advance and let us know if your children will need care for the duration of the gatherings.
Do I need to know who my 2-3 people that I'll engage in Amplify I with are before I can sign up?
Not at all! This is an experience for you to engage in with those who you are currently in a discipling relationship with (2-3 others in addition to yourself). However, if you are not currently walking with anyone, don't worry! We will help you make connections as a part of Amplify I.
If I was part of the first iteration of Amplify (Sept 2022-May 2023), will this be different? Should I still sign up?
Yes! If you were involved in the initial, 9-month Amplify journey, we encourage you to commit to Amplify I because the content will be entirely unique - in addition, Amplify I will be part of an ongoing, three-part series (Amplify I, II, and III) that encompass a vital part of our ongoing commitment to equip disciples to make disciples as a part of our Movement community.
