At Rise Community Church, we believe following Jesus is more than attending a Sunday service. It is a lifelong journey of learning His way, becoming more like Him, and allowing our faith to shape every part of our lives.
Rise University was created to help people take meaningful steps on that journey.
Through practical courses, honest conversations, spiritual practices, and relationships with others, Rise University provides a place where people can explore Christianity, deepen their understanding of Scripture, and grow as disciples of Jesus.
An Important Part of Our Vision
Our vision at Rise is to build a community of discipled believers who are equipped to be the hands and feet of Jesus.
That kind of spiritual growth rarely happens by accident. It requires time, intentionality, community, and a willingness to put what we believe into practice.
Rise University is an important part of that vision because it creates space beyond Sunday mornings for people to ask questions, develop spiritual rhythms, build relationships, and discover what it means to follow Jesus in everyday life.
Whether you are exploring Christianity for the first time, returning to faith, or looking for the next step in your walk with Christ, there is a place for you this fall.
Fall Semester Courses
This semester, Rise University will offer two courses designed for people at different stages of their spiritual journey: Alpha and Practicing the Way.
Alpha
Alpha is a welcoming and conversational course for anyone who wants to explore the Christian faith.
Each gathering includes a meal or refreshments, a short teaching, and an open conversation where participants can share their thoughts and ask honest questions. No question is considered too simple, difficult, or controversial.
Alpha explores foundational topics such as:
Who is Jesus?
Why did Jesus die?
How can we have faith?
Why and how should we pray?
How does God guide us?
Who is the Holy Spirit?
How can we make the most of our lives?
Alpha is especially helpful for those who are new to Christianity, curious about faith, or interested in revisiting the foundations of what Christians believe.
You do not need to have prior Bible knowledge, and there is no pressure to agree with everything being discussed. Alpha is simply a place to come as you are, listen, ask questions, and explore faith alongside others.
Practicing the Way
Practicing the Way is a course focused on spiritual formation and learning how to arrange our lives around the way of Jesus.
Jesus did not simply invite people to believe certain ideas about Him. He invited them to follow Him, learn from Him, and become like Him.
In a busy and distracted world, it can be difficult to slow down and create space for God. Practicing the Way helps participants develop a practical framework for becoming more intentional about their relationship with Jesus.
Throughout the course, participants will explore what it means to:
Be with Jesus
Become like Jesus
Do what Jesus did
Develop a personal rule of life
Practice spiritual disciplines
Build healthy rhythms of prayer, rest, Scripture, and community
Recognize the habits and influences shaping their lives
This course is ideal for anyone who wants to move beyond simply knowing about Jesus and begin developing daily practices that help them live more fully in His presence.
More Than a Class
Rise University is not only about gaining information. It is about transformation.
Our hope is that each course will help participants grow closer to Jesus, build meaningful relationships, and take practical steps toward living out their faith.
We believe discipleship happens best in community, where we can learn together, encourage one another, ask honest questions, and practice the way of Jesus side by side.
Find Your Next Step
Whether you are a new believer, curious about Christianity, or ready to deepen your spiritual life, the Rise University Fall Semester offers an opportunity to grow.
Join us this fall for Alpha or Practicing the Way, and discover what your next step could look like.
Registration is now open. Learn more about each course and reserve your place today.