Welcome to The New Testament Challenge!

“We’re about to embark on a 9-week journey through the greatest story ever told. From the moment Jesus arrives on the scene in the gospel of Matthew to the formation of the church and its incredible outward movement, we’ll see how this story speaks powerfully to our lives today. This series is all about allowing God’s Word to reshape our hearts, homes, and communities. What makes this journey particularly impactful is that we’ll take it together as a church family! Every age and ministry, from FCC Kids to FCC Men, FCC Women, and all ages in between, has the chance to participate in a weekly teaching time and group. My hope and prayer for this series isn’t simply that we’ll get into God’s word, but that it will get into us, transforming us to look more like Jesus. I’m excited for us to continue living the grace and purpose of Jesus together.”

— Stephen Pate, Executive Teaching Pastor

N.T.C BOOKLET PDF
Next Steps Guide
Reading Plan

ONE CHURCH. ONE JOURNEY. BEYOND SUNDAY MORNING.

The New Testament Challenge is a nine-week journey for our entire church family. Each week, adults, students, and kids will explore the same part of the New Testament through Sunday teachings and age-appropriate group experiences.

For adults, Our New Testament Challenge Going Deeper groups are currently full, but there are still opportunities to join the journey. Several of our reoccuring FCC groups are open and participating in the New Testament Challenge together:

  • FCC Men Sunday Night: 5 PM in The Hub

  • FCC Men Monday Night: 6:30 PM in The Commons

  • FCC Women Tuesday Night: 6:30 PM in The Commons

  • FCC Tuesday Night (co-ed): 6:30 PM in The Hub

For FCC Kids participating on Wednesday nights can expect:

  • Engaging Bible teaching

  • Worship, games, and activities

  • Small-group discussion

  • Creative, hands-on experiences

Wednesday-night kids groups are currently full and cannot accept additional participants.

For FCC Students, Junior High and High School students will participate in the New Testament Challenge as part of their regular Wednesday-night gatherings. Students can continue attending as usual—no additional registration is needed.

  • Going Deeper Groups are 9-week short-term groups that follow along with our church-wide New Testament Challenge. Each week, you'll talk about Sunday's message, discuss the week's Bible readings, and explore practical ways to apply what you're learning to everyday life.

  • We encourage you to attend as many weeks as possible. Each meeting builds on the last, and coming consistently helps you get to know your group and get the most out of the experience. If you need to miss a week, that's okay—just come back the following week.

  • Some groups will end after the New Testament Challenge, while others choose to keep meeting. Many ongoing community groups at FCCHB began as short-term groups just like this. If your group enjoys meeting together, you may decide to continue.

  • Absolutely! Many people joining a Going Deeper Group are trying a short-term group for the first time. You don't need any previous experience, so just come ready to listen, learn, and join the conversation.

  • Each weekly meeting includes a short introduction, a discussion about Sunday's message and the weekly Bible readings, and a guided conversation within the group. You'll have opportunities to share your thoughts, ask questions, or simply listen.

  • The only preparation is reading the weekly passages in your New Testament Challenge Participant Guide and bringing it with you. Don't worry if you haven't finished all the reading, as you're still welcome to come.

  • Groups will be 8 people max, creating a comfortable setting where everyone has a chance to participate.

  • If space is still available, we'll do our best to find you a group. Since space is limited, registering before the first meeting is the best way to reserve your spot.