Academics

East Gate offers a variety of courses on a 4-year cycle

Bible Doctrine

Every semester offers a class that gives an in-depth guide to what we believe, and why we believe through the various Baptist Bible Doctrine.

Survey Classes

Get an overview of each book of Bible including themes, audience, and general content through both the Old Testament Survey, and New Testament Survey classes.

Bible Prophecy

The Bible is full of various prophecies. Learn about the various prophecies and their meanings in classes like Daniel, Revelation, and Bible Prophecy.

Life and Character Studies

Take a deep dive into some of the key people in the Bible with character studies and their ministries in classes like The Life of Paul, and The Life of Christ.

Book Studies

Get to know some Books of the Bible more with full courses over a single book in classes such as The Book of Acts I & II and The Minor Prophets.

Preaching & Teaching

Classes like Hermeneutics, Baptist Church Polity, and Preaching & Teaching give practical tools and knowledge for preachers and teachers, upcoming and present alike.

General Classes

There are many other classes are offered like Church History, English Bible Manuscripts, and Personal Evangelism that are great for every Christian to come and learn.

Spring 2026 Classes

Bible Doctrine III: Christology

with Pastor Pat Higgins

This class on Bible Doctrine focuses on the various aspects of Jesus. At the end of the class, students will have an understanding on the nature of Christ, His person, the offices fulfilled, and the past, present, and future work of Christ.

Old Testament History II

with Pastor George Yurick

Students will go through the Old Testament and look at the historic timeline of events. This class provides a working knowledge of the history of Israel, and establish a foundation for the New Testament. The students will also learn about the customs and culture of the Hebrew children.

This is part 2 of a 2-semester course.

Ministry of Prayer

with Pastor Dominick Cuozzo

This course examines prayer as an essential and irreplaceable component of Christian ministry. Students will be grounded in a biblical theology of prayer, learning how to pray according to Scripture rather than habit or tradition. Emphasis will be given to the absolute necessity of prayer in all areas of ministry. The course will also explore the unique spiritual power that flows from prayer. Finally, students will be instructed in the biblical practice of fasting, its purpose, and its practical integration with prayer for personal holiness and effective ministry leadership.

Baptist Church Polity II

with Pastor Jeff Eaton & Pastor Chuck Shorter

This class covers the principles and practice of the New Testament Baptist churches. Students will learn the Baptist Distinctives, church governance and discipline, church offices and ordinances. Students will learn the various aspects of the way Baptist churches operate under the guidelines provided by God in the Bible.

This is part 2 of a 2-semester course.

Church Education & Practical

with Various Pastors & Guests

This special class will teach students preparing for the preaching ministry the various aspects of being a pastor. Students will learn the making of a pastor, the roles the pastor has, and the challenges associated with being a pastor. This course will be taught by various guest pastors and guest speakers to share their knowledge and experiences in leading and working with the flock of God.

This class was previously called “Pastoral Theology”.

This is part 2 of a 4-semester course.