Freedom School 2026

Fall Session | October 17th– November 21st

Learning from the past. Engaging the present. Transforming the future

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2026 Freedom School Theme:

Infuse. Empower. Transform.

Galatians 6:2 calls us to bear one another’s burdens. In a time marked by social unrest, political uncertainty, generational trauma, and spiritual fatigue, that call requires more than concern—it requires compassionate and faithful engagement.

Freedom School 2026 invites us to receive God’s healing within ourselves, become empowered by the Spirit, and participate in the transformation of our communities. Through Scripture, history, theological reflection, and contemporary conversation, we will explore what it means for the Black Church to pursue healing, justice, wholeness, and freedom.

Then I would preserve your strongest question because I think it provides the intellectual framework for the whole year:

How do we address the social, psychological, spiritual, and physical concerns of the Black Church and community with scriptural foundation, guidance for formation, and restorative engagement?

This is our time to heal. This is our time to learn. This is our time to act.

In Love & Service,

Christian Education

Freedom School Team

YOUTH COURSES

February 14th-March 21st 

11:00 am-12:15 pm 

Infusing Literacy with Biblical Principles- Helping Youth Read, Think, and Live God's Truth
Scripture-centered, age-appropriate pedagogy that Infuses biblical truth with literacy instruction to shape both character and academic growth. Each session introduces a clear Big Idea grounded in Scripture, reinforced through a simple Key Verse that students hear, repeat, read, and apply. Biblical content is presented through interactive storytelling, discussion, and reflection to support comprehension and engagement across developmental levels. Literacy activities are intentionally aligned with each theme so students practice phonics, reading, writing, and comprehension using faith-based vocabulary and concepts, allowing Scripture to become both the content and the context for learning. This integrated approach strengthens identity, builds academic confidence, and helps students internalize God's truth while developing a lasting love for reading and learning.
Week 1 — God Put His Light in You
Week 2 — God Gives You Power
Week 3 — God Teaches You to Love Others
Week 4 — God Gives You a Sound Mind
Week 5 — Fan the Flame: Grow Your Gift
Week 6 — Shine Your Light to Others
Classes are for K-5th Grade and  6th- 12th Grade

ADULT COURSES

 

 

This six-week course explores the relationship between biblical interpretation and pastoral care within Black church contexts using the book God Help Us: The Bible and Pastoral Care Concerns for Black Churches as the primary text. What is pastoral care? Pastoral care is not just done by Pastors. Pastoral care is how we, as the church, walk alongside people, helping them feel supported, understood, and reminded that they are not alone. Students will examine how Scripture addresses suffering, trauma, healing, leadership stress, mental health, and communal resilience amid historical and contemporary challenges. Emphasis will be placed on developing culturally responsive, biblically grounded pastoral care practices for ministry in Black congregations.