Northgate U

Learn to structure your life, worldview & mission.

Northgate U

Pursuing God in a small classroom environment.

What is Northgate U
Northgate U is a fun, classroom-style environment where adults learn and apply solid Biblical teaching & life skills. Take responsibility for your spiritual growth & take advantage of this great opportunity to...
  • Develop a deeper, more intimate relationship with God
  • Connect with other adults through shared experiences
  • Find encouragement, support and accountability
  • Engage in open conversation in a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere
  • Learn practical applications for daily Christian living
  • Learn valuable life skills that help you succeed
Courses are offered throughout the year; check back frequently for schedules.
Why You Need U

The purpose of these programs is to help you structure your life, worldview and mission according to the unique plans God has for you.

All Northgate U classes and seminars fall into one of four tracks:
  • Biblical Studies: gain a deeper knowledge of God’s Word
  • Ministry & Leadership: prepare to serve wherever God leads you
  • Life: integrate Christian beliefs into your everyday life and find support for everyday challenges
  • Theological Studies: learn to articulate what you believe & why
Fees are nominal to pay for materials and scholarships are available.
2019 Fall Term
Register Today

Register for your classes between August 28th - September 8th. Classes start the week of September 8th.

Childcare

Available for Sunday and Thursday evening classes with advanced registration and payment.

Scholarships

Please contact Lani Sinclair or Dave McMurtry for scholarship information or call (707) 747-5855.

Fall Term Classes

Be sure to register quickly as classes tend to fill up fast.

FREE
Next

If you are new or returning to faith in Christ, this is a great place to start.

Information & Registration

Next Step

You’re ready to follow Christ - now what? If you are new or returning to faith in Christ, this is a great place to start. NEXT is a two week course that will acquaint you with basic understanding of the Christian faith and some things you need to know to get started in this new Journey of Faith. Spiritual growth and maturity is not simply a pursuit of information and knowledge, it’s about a change of heart and a transformed life! We focus equally on knowledge and practice.

What You'll Discover
By the end of this class you will:
  • Understand what it means to be a follower of Christ
  • Discover some tools necessary to establish positive habits in your life
  • Put into practice Spiritual Disciplines which will help grow you relationship with God
Topics
  • Understanding Eternal Life
  • Spiritual Formation – God's Part & My Part
  • Understanding Discipleship
  • How God Grows Your Faith
  • Telling Your Story to Help Others
Information & Cost
  • Cost: $0.00
  • Date(s): Sundays, September 8th & 15th, October 6th & 13th, November 3rd & 10th, December 1st & 8th
  • Time: 1:00 - 2:30 PM
  • Leader(s): Dave McMurtry
  • Level: Beginner
  • Advanced registration is recommended.
$45.00 Per Couple
The 5 Love Languages

The study from Gary Chapman that reveals how different people express love.

Information & Registration

The 5 Love Languages

This seven-session video-based group study for couples will help you understand the five love languages and how better to relate to your spouse or fiancé. The study from Gary Chapman reveals how different people express love in different ways and how they behave differently when their emotional tanks are full.

What You'll Discover
By the end of this workshop, you will learn:
  • Your own primary love language
  • How to speak the primary love language of your spouse
  • The key to understanding each other’s unique needs
  • How to apply what you have learned to your daily life
Weekly Topics
  • Week 1: Learning to Speak Love
  • Week 2: Love Language 1 – Words of Affirmation
  • Week 3: Love Language 2 – Quality Time
  • Week 4: Love Language 3 – Receiving Gifts
  • Week 5: Love Language 4 – Acts of Service
  • Week 6: Love Language 5 – Physical Touch
  • Week 7: Growing in Love
Information & Cost
  • Cost: $45.00 Per Couple
  • Date(s): Sundays, September 8th - October 20th
  • Time: 4:00 - 5:30 PM
  • Leader(s): Mimi and Marvin Green
  • Childcare: Available with Advanced Payment and Registration
$15.00
A Virtual Tour Of Israel

Join us for a virtual tour using historical and archeological resources and fun travel vlogs.

Information & Registration

A Virtual Tour Of Israel

An intriguing mix of old and new awaits in Israel. Discover the country’s ancient history from old cities to ruins, explore the country’s rich religious history visiting iconic landmarks and sites, and immerse yourself in the country’s vibrant modern culture. Join us for a virtual tour using historical and archeological resources and fun travel vlogs.

What You'll Discover
At the end of the tour, you will:
  • Be able to recognize the settings of some favorite Biblical stories
  • Use your knowledge to explain how the ancient locations, politics, and culture bring greater understanding of the Bible
  • Be prepared for an actual trip to the Holy Land
Weekly Topics
  • Week 1 Itinerary: Nazareth, Bethlehem, and the Sea of Galilee
  • Week 2 Itinerary: Mount of Transfiguration, Mt. Carmel, Mt. Hermon, Temple Mount
  • Week 3 Itinerary: Dead Sea including Qumran
  • Week 4 Itinerary: Places of Celebration
  • Week 5 Itinerary: Bethsaida, Capernaum, Mt. Sodom, and The Red Canyon
  • Week 6 Itinerary: City of David, Golgotha, and the Waterfall of David
Information & Cost
  • Cost: $15.00
  • Date(s): Sundays, September 8th - October 13th
  • Time: 4:00 - 5:30 PM
  • Leader(s): David McMurtry & Art Stine
  • Childcare will be provided with advanced registration and payment
$20.00
Grief Share

A caring community of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences.

Information & Registration

Grief Share

GriefShare is a national program to bring you a friendly, caring community of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you’ve may have found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone.

What You'll Discover
Each week your group will watch a video covering topics essential to your recovery from the hurt of grief and loss. The videos are feature interviews with grief recovery experts, mini-dramas, on-location video and real-life stories of people who have experienced the death of a loved one. After each video, you will spend time as a support group, discussing what was presented in that week’s video seminar and what is going on in your lives.
Weekly Topics
  • Week 1: Is This Normal?
  • Week 2: The Challenges of Grief
  • Week 3 & 4: The Journey of Grief
  • Week 5: Grief and Relationships
  • Week 6: Why?
  • Week 7: Guilt and Anger
  • Week 8: Complicating Factors
  • Week 9: Stuck
  • Week 10 & 11: Lessons of Grief
  • Week 12: Heaven
  • Week 13: What Do I Live for Now?
Information & Cost
  • Cost: $20.00
  • Date(s): Thursdays, September 12th - December 12th
  • Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Leader(s): Heidi Benjamin & Bob Ladd
  • Childcare will be provided with advanced registration and payment
$30.00 Per Couple
Preparing For Marriage

This fun and practical study will help you target areas for growth in your relationship.

Information & Registration

Preparing For Marriage

If you’re engaged, thinking about getting engaged, thinking it’s time to get married or are recently married, this fun and practical study will help you target areas for growth in your relationship. This comprehensive program is designed to help couples create an intimate, lasting and Biblical marriage in community with others!

What You'll Discover
During this eight-week seminar, you will:
  • Learn about God’s blueprint for marriage
  • Discern God’s will for your relaIonship
  • Handle your finances and plan for the future
  • Clarify your roles and responsibiliIes
  • Prepare for a positive, loving sexual relationship
  • Deal with tough issues, expectations and family histories
  • Evaluate, as a couple, your readiness for marriage
Weekly Topics
  • Week 1: Why Marriage?
  • Week 2: God's Equation for Marriage: 1 + 1 = 1
  • Week 3: Evaluating Your Relationship
  • Week 4: A Decision - Making Guide
  • Week 5: Authentic Communication
  • Week 6: Roles & Responsibilities
  • Week 7: Money, Money, Money
  • Week 8: Intimacy: Sexual Communication in Marriage
Information & Cost
  • Cost: $30.00 per couple
  • Date(s): Sundays, September 8th - October 27th
  • Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Leader(s): Mark & Liz Edwards
  • Childcare will be provided with advanced registration and payment
$25.00
Understanding Mental Health

Approximately half of adults will experience a mental illness in their lifetime.

Information & Registration

Understanding Mental Health

Approximately half of adults will experience a mental illness in their lifetime. Yet, the topic of mental health is a taboo subject for many people. To break the stigma associated with mental illness, this workshop will provide a safe, open and honest environment for learning. You will receive a basic education about common mental illnesses and helpful information on resources and support. Whether you or your loved one is struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or another mental illness, this is the class for you.

What You'll Discover
At the end of this five-week seminar, you will be able to:
  • Recognize some signs and symptoms of mental illness
  • Identify behaviors associated with the most common mental illness
  • Develop strategies to help others cope with their illness
  • Build a community of positive supporting people
  • Explain the impact of the illness
  • Identify resources to provide support
Weekly Topics
  • Week 1: Mental Illness Overview
  • Week 2: Common Types of Mental Illness
  • Week 3: Challenges of Mental Illness
  • Week 4: How to Respond to Mental Illness
  • Week 5: Self-Care is Not Selfish
Information & Cost
  • Cost: $25.00
  • Date(s): Sundays, September 8th - October 20th
  • Time: 4:00 - 6:00 PM
  • Leader(s): Ariana Martinez
  • Childcare will be provided with advanced registration and payment

Northgate U Courses

Come and find out what it looks like to follow Jesus in community with Northgate.

Biblical Studies

  • Old Testament Survey
  • New Testament Survey
  • How to Read the Bible for All it's Worth
  • Genesis
  • Exodus
  • John's Gospel and Letters
  • Acts in Action
  • Romans

Life

  • Next - First Steps for New Believers
  • Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference
  • Financial Peace University
  • Making the Most of Marriage
  • Parenting Teens
  • GriefShare
  • Fresh Start - Divorce Care
  • The Smart Step-Family

Ministry & Leadership

  • Servant Leadership
  • Contagious Christianity
  • Community Group Leader Seminars
  • Lead Like Jesus
  • Catalyst Leader

Theological Studies

  • Introduction to Theology
  • Bibliology and Hermeneutics
  • Humanity and Sin
  • Soteriology: The Nature of Salvation
  • The Church Through the Ages
  • Covenants of the Bible
  • Christ in the Passover
  • Comparative Religion Series

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions that we are asked about Northgate U

Third Step

Take us with you. iOS or Android

NorthgateBenicia

Northgate Christian Fellowship is a Non Denominational church located in beautiful Benicia, CA.

Address & Contact:
2201 Lake Herman Road
Benicia, CA 94510
USA

Phone: (707) 747-5855
Email: office@ngate.org
Web: https://thisis.church/benicia

Services: Sunday: 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 AM
Office Hours: Mon - Thurs: 9 AM - 5 PM

NorthgateSan Francisco

Northgate San Francisco Bethel Campus is a Non Denominational church located in gorgeous San Francisco, CA.

Address & Contact:
1325 Valencia Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
USA

Phone: (707) 747-5855
Email: office@ngate.org
Web: https://thisis.church/sf

Services: Sunday: 11:00 AM
Office Hours: Mon - Thurs: 9 AM - 5 PM

You TalkWe'll Listen

Copyright © 2019 All Rights Reserved by Northgate Christian Fellowship

Made with by Brian Moore

Last Updated: September 16 2019 16:12:48