Children & Youth Activities
Nursery for MidWeek Classes
Ages 2 months – K3 in the N-Hall
Available from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Drop off your little ones in the Nursery while you attend a MidWeek class. Reservations are required for MidWeek Nursery. Make reservations here.
Ages 2 months – K3 in the N-Hall
Available from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Drop off your little ones in the Nursery while you attend a MidWeek class. Reservations are required for MidWeek Nursery. Make reservations here.
Special Connections
Children & adults with special needs meet in N-110
Our goal is to make it possible for families to fully participate in worship services and MidWeek classes by providing a Christ-centered, safe, and nurturing environment for their family member who has a disability. Contact: Michael Johnson
Children & adults with special needs meet in N-110
Our goal is to make it possible for families to fully participate in worship services and MidWeek classes by providing a Christ-centered, safe, and nurturing environment for their family member who has a disability. Contact: Michael Johnson
Children's CONNECT
K4–3rd graders meet in the Children’s Auditorium 6:30–8:00 pm
Join us on Wednesday nights for a fun night of Bible lessons, missions' skits, songs, and recreation. This year we are studying the free gift of salvation through Jesus the Savior and, looking at the life of Sundar Singh and how God used him in the lives of many other people.
K4–3rd graders meet in the Children’s Auditorium 6:30–8:00 pm
Join us on Wednesday nights for a fun night of Bible lessons, missions' skits, songs, and recreation. This year we are studying the free gift of salvation through Jesus the Savior and, looking at the life of Sundar Singh and how God used him in the lives of many other people.
Children's IGNITE
4th–6th graders meet in the Gym 6:30–8:00 pm
“For what we proclaim is not ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, with ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake. For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.” II Corinthians 4:5–6
4th–6th graders meet in the Gym 6:30–8:00 pm
“For what we proclaim is not ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, with ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake. For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.” II Corinthians 4:5–6
Briarwood Youth
7th & 8th grades (Raiders) meet at The Barn 6:30–8:00
9th-12th grades (BYG) meet at The Barn 7:00–8:30
We have the opportunity to gather students together for a time of fellowship, singing, and teaching. This serves as a spiritually refreshing night during a school week that often brings its own set of stresses and challenges. We see this as an opportunity to pour into students so they can go to school as lights in the darkness for Christ!
7th & 8th grades (Raiders) meet at The Barn 6:30–8:00
9th-12th grades (BYG) meet at The Barn 7:00–8:30
We have the opportunity to gather students together for a time of fellowship, singing, and teaching. This serves as a spiritually refreshing night during a school week that often brings its own set of stresses and challenges. We see this as an opportunity to pour into students so they can go to school as lights in the darkness for Christ!
Adult Studies
Abraham; The Father of Faith and Friend of God
Saeyoung Park teaches in the Chapel
The highest praise that Scripture offers to evaluate Abraham’s life of faith is that he was a friend of God (Isaiah 41:8; 2 Chronicles 20:7; James 2:23). Join us this Midweek as we take a deep dive into Genesis 12-22 and learn from the faith and failures of our Father Abraham.
Saeyoung Park teaches in the Chapel
The highest praise that Scripture offers to evaluate Abraham’s life of faith is that he was a friend of God (Isaiah 41:8; 2 Chronicles 20:7; James 2:23). Join us this Midweek as we take a deep dive into Genesis 12-22 and learn from the faith and failures of our Father Abraham.
Bridge Building – Evangelism Training
Bobby Parks leads in room M202
This course will teach you how to make space for God in natural conversations without fear. It will help draw people into relationships that can lead to further conversations about God and His gospel.
Bobby Parks leads in room M202
This course will teach you how to make space for God in natural conversations without fear. It will help draw people into relationships that can lead to further conversations about God and His gospel.
Equipped to Counsel
Dr. Greg Norfleet leads in room A201
The care of souls is what the church is about. By His Word and Spirit, Jesus counsels and comforts us in our troubles, so that we may counsel and comfort others in their troubles. Indeed, the most wonderful community imaginable is a church in which each of us is learning to care for one another by offering his true words wrapped in his loving ways (Ephesians 4:11-16). This course introduces the theological concepts and relational skills necessary for understanding and facilitating God’s work of change. Whether you wish to grow as a friend, ministry leader, or potential lay counselor, this course will help you walk alongside others in wisdom and love.
Dr. Greg Norfleet leads in room A201
The care of souls is what the church is about. By His Word and Spirit, Jesus counsels and comforts us in our troubles, so that we may counsel and comfort others in their troubles. Indeed, the most wonderful community imaginable is a church in which each of us is learning to care for one another by offering his true words wrapped in his loving ways (Ephesians 4:11-16). This course introduces the theological concepts and relational skills necessary for understanding and facilitating God’s work of change. Whether you wish to grow as a friend, ministry leader, or potential lay counselor, this course will help you walk alongside others in wisdom and love.
Presbyterian Church History
Ike Reeder teaches in room A-202
This course surveys the history of Presbyterianism from its Reformation origins in Scotland and continental Europe through its global spread and denominational developments. Emphasis is placed on doctrinal formation, confessional standards, polity, and the role of Presbyterianism in missions and education. The course also addresses divisions and reunifications in the American Presbyterian tradition.
Ike Reeder teaches in room A-202
This course surveys the history of Presbyterianism from its Reformation origins in Scotland and continental Europe through its global spread and denominational developments. Emphasis is placed on doctrinal formation, confessional standards, polity, and the role of Presbyterianism in missions and education. The course also addresses divisions and reunifications in the American Presbyterian tradition.
The Book of Ruth
Kristie Harrick and Elizabeth Bondurant teach in room G101
The book of Ruth contains one of the Bible’s best-known and most-loved stories. Join us each week as we journey through a season of uncertainty in the lives of Naomi and Ruth. Over the course of this study, we will examine God’s faithfulness, His providential care through both bitter and sweet circumstances, the Biblical theme of redemption through the kinsman-redeemer, and the covenant promises that point to His greater redemptive plan.
Kristie Harrick and Elizabeth Bondurant teach in room G101
The book of Ruth contains one of the Bible’s best-known and most-loved stories. Join us each week as we journey through a season of uncertainty in the lives of Naomi and Ruth. Over the course of this study, we will examine God’s faithfulness, His providential care through both bitter and sweet circumstances, the Biblical theme of redemption through the kinsman-redeemer, and the covenant promises that point to His greater redemptive plan.
Ministry Classes
Adoption / Foster Connection (9/16, 10/14, 11/11 only)
Carter Ralph leads in the Bride's Room
This group ministers to families who have brought children into their homes via adoption or foster care, assists Briarwood families as they go through the adoption/foster process, and promotes adoption and foster parenting within the church. Wednesday night meetings are a time to gather for encouragement and connection with other families in similar situations.
Carter Ralph leads in the Bride's Room
This group ministers to families who have brought children into their homes via adoption or foster care, assists Briarwood families as they go through the adoption/foster process, and promotes adoption and foster parenting within the church. Wednesday night meetings are a time to gather for encouragement and connection with other families in similar situations.
Baptism Class (9/30 only)
Jay Shaw leads in the Bride's Room
Interested in Briarwood's views on the theology of Baptism? Join us on September 30 to hear from Rev. Jay Shaw on this sacrament. There will be a time for questions and answers, so don't miss out on this one-time only class this fall.
Jay Shaw leads in the Bride's Room
Interested in Briarwood's views on the theology of Baptism? Join us on September 30 to hear from Rev. Jay Shaw on this sacrament. There will be a time for questions and answers, so don't miss out on this one-time only class this fall.
ESL – English as a Second Language
Hannah Grace Walker leads in room E313 (School Third Floor Lobby)
Impact the nations right here in Birmingham! Come serve internationals during our weekly English classes. From putting up signs and serving snacks to teaching or assisting in the classroom, we would love to have you join us! We train volunteers to teach and in how to welcome internationals well.
Hannah Grace Walker leads in room E313 (School Third Floor Lobby)
Impact the nations right here in Birmingham! Come serve internationals during our weekly English classes. From putting up signs and serving snacks to teaching or assisting in the classroom, we would love to have you join us! We train volunteers to teach and in how to welcome internationals well.
Grief Share
Jim Alexander leads in rooms W203 & W204
GriefShare is a welcoming support group for people grieving the death of a family member or friend. Each meeting combines guidance from grief experts, along with honest conversations and encouragement from others who understand what you’re going through.
Jim Alexander leads in rooms W203 & W204
GriefShare is a welcoming support group for people grieving the death of a family member or friend. Each meeting combines guidance from grief experts, along with honest conversations and encouragement from others who understand what you’re going through.
New Focus
Chris Thompson leads in rooms E003 & E005
New Focus is an outreach of the Mercy Ministry that offers financial literacy for those who call for assistance and we also teach participants how to get and keep a job. Volunteers are needed to coach participants in applying the principles learned in class.
Chris Thompson leads in rooms E003 & E005
New Focus is an outreach of the Mercy Ministry that offers financial literacy for those who call for assistance and we also teach participants how to get and keep a job. Volunteers are needed to coach participants in applying the principles learned in class.
Prayer for Our Church
Joyce Ann Jackson leads in the Prayer Room
Join us as we spend time in prayer for Briarwood Church and its ministries. God has been so faithful to our congregation, and we want to spend this time acknowledging His goodness and lifting up the many ministry opportunities all over the world. Focusing on the spiritual vitality of prayer in the life of the believers, revival throughout our land and learning how to pray as Jesus taught His disciples will be our goal.
Joyce Ann Jackson leads in the Prayer Room
Join us as we spend time in prayer for Briarwood Church and its ministries. God has been so faithful to our congregation, and we want to spend this time acknowledging His goodness and lifting up the many ministry opportunities all over the world. Focusing on the spiritual vitality of prayer in the life of the believers, revival throughout our land and learning how to pray as Jesus taught His disciples will be our goal.
Sanctuary Choir
John Haines leads in the Worship Center
We want you for the Sanctuary Choir! No experience is needed, just come any Wednesday night at 6:30 to the Choir Room to join. Contact Penny Philley at 205-776-5229 for more information.
John Haines leads in the Worship Center
We want you for the Sanctuary Choir! No experience is needed, just come any Wednesday night at 6:30 to the Choir Room to join. Contact Penny Philley at 205-776-5229 for more information.
Sign Language Class
Cherybe Thornton leads in room S-209
Briarwood reaches out to the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community each Sunday in our 8:00 a.m. Sunday worship service. This service is “signed” each and every Sunday morning, allowing the Deaf and hard-of-hearing to enjoy worship with the entire congregation while meeting new friends in a loving atmosphere.
Cherybe Thornton leads in room S-209
Briarwood reaches out to the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community each Sunday in our 8:00 a.m. Sunday worship service. This service is “signed” each and every Sunday morning, allowing the Deaf and hard-of-hearing to enjoy worship with the entire congregation while meeting new friends in a loving atmosphere.