Foothill Church Institute

We have partnered with Spurgeon College at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and are excited to provide a pathway to undergraduate class credit through our Training Program. These credit hours may be applied to an undergraduate degree program (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degrees) at Spurgeon College, and qualifying students may submit credit for graduate-level Advanced Standing consideration at Midwestern Seminary (up to one-third of a Master’s degree).

At Foothill Church Institute (FCI), we believe that everyone is a theologian.

We believe that the local church is the organism that Jesus Christ has entrusted with theological education and the discipleship of believers (Matthew 28:18-20). Through transformative discipleship environments inside the church, we hope to make the Bible and theological education accessible to everyone.

That’s why we have partnered with Spurgeon College at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and are excited to provide a pathway to undergraduate class credit through our Training Program. These credit hours may be applied to an undergraduate degree program (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degrees) at Spurgeon College, and qualifying students may submit credit for graduate-level Advanced Standing consideration at Midwestern Seminary (up to one-third of a Master’s degree).

There are no additional costs to register for our Training Program with Foothill Church Institute but space is limited. Courses in the Training Program are equivalent to college-level courses offered at Spurgeon College, the undergraduate division of Midwestern. This program is meant for growing disciples and developing church leaders. The total course load for each class is about 135 hours over 11 weeks.

FCI Classes

Christian Doctrine II

Not every Christian should go to seminary, but there are certain teachings of the Bible that every Christian must know. Theology is important because what we believe affects how we live. In this class, we will systematically present what the Apostle Paul called “the whole counsel of God” (Acts 20:27). Students will study biblical topics by examining particular biblical passages and reading through Wayne Grudem’s “Systematic Theology.” This class will cover a wide range of topics, including the doctrine of God, the Trinity, the person and work of Jesus, and more. Whether you are a seasoned theologian or simply looking to deepen your understanding of God, we invite you to join us in this exciting journey of learning.

Men’s Bible Study

Join us as we study the Minor Prophet books of Amos and Obadiah. These two books convey important themes about righteousness, justice, and the effects of sin. They speak of God’s judgment, the redemption of Israel, and the establishment of God’s kingdom on earth. The words of Amos and Obadiah will challenge us to examine our own lives and think about how we might better align ourselves with God’s will. We invite you to join us as we study these powerful and transformative texts.