Courses and Curriculum

Curriculum Summary

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Spiritual Formation

Our Spiritual Formation courses are a NEW emphasis, in partnership with Biola Youth Ministry Outreach. Based on Jesus’ teaching, Christians are to love God with heart, mind, soul, and strength. With this as the goal, these classes take a holistic approach to the topic of spiritual growth. Course content is rooted in Scripture, rich in life-application, and facilitates an understanding of the practices of the Church through the ages. It will address the intellectual, affective, volitional, and corporate dimensions of life in Christ. Spiritual growth is viewed and developed as a relationship with a person that brings the creeds and principles of our faith to life.

Parent Expectations: Please pray regularly for your student, that their heart would be open to God’s work of formation in his or her life. Interact with your student regarding weekly assigned reading and be available and open to discuss any questions that arise from the reading and prayer projects.

Courses Offered

Listed by grade level.*

Introduction to Christian Spiritual Formation (11–12)

An introduction to the, nature, history, practices and adventure of Christian Spiritual Formation. This course includes an overview of the various ways that Christians have sought to deepen their relationship with God. Special emphasis will be given to the nature and practice of prayer (speaking, listening, and discerning) in the Church and the life of the Christian. An understanding and appreciation will be developed regarding the role and use of the Bible and the impact of theology on the life of a Christian. A developmental spirituality will be discussed with particular focus on the spiritual growth of teens in community and as individuals.

* The course levels listed in parentheses are guidelines. We realize that homeschoolers often cross grade-level "boundaries" for many subjects; therefore students are welcome to enroll in any class that suits their level of achievement. Please remember that our courses are college preparation level, and students will be expected to maintain these high standards. Please see the site class overviews for class days and times.