All Adults

Connection Pointe (Membership Class) - Would you like to become a member of Bent Tree? To register for our Connection Pointe class, complete the pre-class preparation prior to the class. Lunch will be provided during the class. (Discovery is included in Connection Pointe.)

Class Date	Deadline Date	Time	Location
Saturday, April 24	April 15	9:00 am - 2:00 pm	J108/109

Discovery - Are you interested in serving at Bent Tree? We can help you determine your talents, spiritual gifts, style, and passion and find opportunities to serve. To register for our Discovery class, complete the pre-class preparation prior to the class. (No need to register separately for Discovery if you have registered for Connection Pointe.)

Class Date	Deadline Date	Time	Location
Saturday, April 24	April 15	11:30 am - 2:00 pm	J108/109

Marriage Preparation Class

Sundays, January 17 - March 14

9:00 am in the care offices

Our nine-week Marriage Preparation Class helps couples prepare for the exciting journey of marriage. This class has two components: teaching and mentoring. It is open to any couple considering marriage. Topics discussed include principles of a Christian marriage, communication, leaving and cleaving, marriage roles and expectations, finances, personalities and intimacy. For more information contact Michelle Harrell at 972-428-1336 or mharrell@btbf.org. Cost $50.00.

Financial Peace University

A Biblically-based accountability curriculum
Sundays, January 17 – April 25
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm in J116

Cost: $105 - Online registration begins December 15
Nearly half of all Americans (46%) have less than $10,000 saved for their retirement. Don’t let this happen to you. This class teaches how to manage God's money and resources in a godly way. It empowers you to make the right financial decisions to achieve your financial goals, eliminate debt, build wealth and give like never before. On average, families reduce their debt by $5,300 and save $2,700 in just 91 days. For more information contact Marguerite Fenton, mfenton@btbf.org or 972-428-1334. register childcare

Creation Group
2nd & 4th Sundays, ongoing
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, rotating Homes
"In the beginning..." (Gen 1:1) How did it all begin? Would you start reading a book by turning to the middle? Of course not. Yet many Christians do so with the Bible. Join us for this discipleship strengthening time as we study and discuss the Biblical Creation account in Genesis. Learn how the Gospel begins in Genesis and how the history of Genesis is foundational to the history of Jesus. Understand how to give a reasoned defense for the historical-grammatical truth of the Bible, "In the beginning..." (Gen 1:1). Contact Gary & Kathy Saucier at gksaucier@verizon.net.

I Saw the Lord – Isaiah 6
Mondays, ongoing
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
North Garland Home
We need to understand what it means to overcome sin, not just struggle with it. The essence of authentic Christian living is to live on a day-by-day basis in the refreshment of His power and presence. In this DVD-based workbook/Bible study, Ann Graham Lotz, along with Henry Blackaby and Crawford Loritts, share the revival lessons learned through the examination of the lives of various biblical characters. Come join us as we learn to listen to the voice of God and experience an authentic, deeper, richer relationship with Him. Workbooks will be available for $9 at first class session. Contact Bill or Teresa Hense at b.hense@verizon.net.

Transformation – Changing the Heart

Wednesdays, January 20 – April 14

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm in J116

Have you ever wondered why you do the things you do or why others react to problems or conflicts in a certain way? Are you having problems with you children, floundering in your faith, struggling with anger, control, depression, fear, forgiveness, trust, or uncertainty? Wondering how to connect the dots between God and what is really going on in your life? Come and learn how to identify what the real issues are and how to deal with them from a biblical standpoint. You’ll discover the Bible is filled with Life-changing principles that are applicable to whatever situation you might encounter. Whether you are a new believer or mature believer, you will find this class life-changing and applicable to your daily life. Leaders: Holly and Daryl Plank teach this 11-week class. For more information contact Michelle Harrell at 972-428-1336 or mharrell@btbf.org. Cost $38.00. register childcare

The Ultimate Journey (formerly known as The Christ Life Solution)
Classes beginning again in January 2010
Orientation January 10, 5:00 - 7:00 pm in Room A102 (Care Lounge)
What if you’re not really the way you’ve come to see yourself? What if you could fully lean on, trust in, and rely on Christ - living through you instead of striving to live like Him?

By the time we are five years-old we have developed most of the automatic patterns by which we will live our lives, and yet the most important chemicals for reasoning do not develop in us until we are around twelve or thirteen. So, very innocently, we develop a foundation of faulty thinking on which to base our lives. It’s the reason we automatically react to life the way we do. A love relationship with Christ the Messiah saves us from eternal death, providing the amazing, energizing power of the Holy Spirit—the life of Christ living through us! However, most of us, if we are honest with ourselves, return to a form of being the god of our lives again—only papering over the old patterns with new Scriptural ones.

The Ultimate Journey is a process of deep discipleship begun in three 12-week classes:

Phase 1 – Unpacking Self-Deception: Trading self-deception for God’s perception of you

Phase 2 – Abandoning Self-Reliance: Trading self-reliance for dependence on God

Phase 3 – Trading self-identity for Christ-Life in you

For more information on The Ultimate Journey, visit The Christ-Life Ministries website, www.christlifesolution.org. For more information on The Ultimate Journey at Bent Tree, contact Saralyn Morris at TheUltimateJourneyDFW@verizon.net . The Ultimate Journey is open to anyone 18 and older.

Revolutionary Parenting Workshop
January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 16, and 24
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm in F217
As parents, our deepest desire is to raise children who succeed in life. This is also our greatest challenge. How can we foster traits such as honesty, compassion, and dedication in young minds? How can we raise children who love and serve God as adults? Please join our Kid’s Pastor, Monte Slaver, for an eight-week study as we talk about how you can see your child as God created them and consider some key biblical understanding that will help give you and them the best chance of a sincere faith. For more information, please contact Subi Samuel at ssamuel@btbf.org or 972-428-1317. Cost: $15 per family. register childcare

Blessed Are the Peacemakers Workshop
April 22 and 23, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm & April 24, 8:30 am - 11:30 am
Because God has reconciled us to himself through Christ, we can be reconciled to one another. Peacemakers are people who breathe grace and help others breath grace in the midst of conflict. Join us for this discussion and video workshop and learn to apply Gods principles of peacemaking in our relationships. Cost: $20. Online registration required. Contact Michelle at 972-306-4477 x1336 or mharrell@btbf.org.

LifeSigns
Ongoing
Your home
How’s it going between you and God? Really? What is the next step you need to take to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ? The LifeSigns process provides an opportunity for you to connect meaningfully with your Heavenly Daddy and then, if you choose, with another person you trust. Take stock of your life now and listen to the wise counsel from the Holy Spirit and a member of the body of Christ for your next step. Go to btbf.org/LifeSigns to take your personal evaluation.

Dinner for 8

Ongoing, the next round is in June 2010.
Dinner for 8 is a monthly opportunity for adults at Bent Tree to get together either at a restaurant or home and get acquainted over a meal. Those who have registered will be contacted by a group coordinator after assignments have been made (end of May) who will let you know when your group will meet for the first time. Please register by May 19.
Participant registration
Coordinator registration

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Motorcycle Riding Group (Bent Tree Biker Fellowship)
One Sunday per month (dates subject to change)
Next Ride: April 18

Bent Tree Parking Lot (International side)
Immediately following the 9:00 am Sunday worship service
Bent Tree Biker Fellowship is a monthly gathering of motorcycle enthusiasts (men and women) for an afternoon ride through some of the scenic areas of North Texas. All bikes and riders are welcome! We encourage you to invite others to join us whether they attend Bent Tree or not. For more information contact Rob Enright at rob@mediastewards.com.

Stretching and Meditation on the Names of God
Saturdays, ongoing
9:45 am in the east corridor of The Crossing
*NO CLASS March 20.

$15 each class, or give less or more as you are financially able – All proceeds go to drilling wells in Sudanese villages.

Spend a quiet hour surrendering body and mind to God as He stills inner chatter and shifts our focus to Him. Each week we'll meditate on a name of God and a correlating Scripture while doing slow, deep stretches. All fitness levels are welcome; the movements are gentle yet powerful. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or a towel. Walk-ins welcome. For more information contact Kimberly Bland at kiadel@yahoo.com or call 469-855-9206.

NW Carrollton Under 50s Dinner Group
Have dinner and fellowship with neighbors in this stage of life. For details call Christie Linebarger at 972-939-8751.

LifeGroups - Connect with others who seek to experience authentic, loving, transformational relationships while caring for one another, growing together and impacting others outside of the group. LifeGroups meet on various days and times. more