Winter 2026
Designed for
Discipleship Virtual Bible Study Series
January 7 - March 25
Registration ends January 23
The Greater Allen Cathedral's Designed for Discipleship (DFD) Bible Class Series provides an excellent opportunity to study the Word of God in a practical, easy to understand small group environment. The DFD series is ideal for people who are 17 years of age or older who desire to seriously study the bible. The DFD series is held throughout the year in 12-week sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings (view schedule below for times). The DFD series teaches the word of God to enable believers to become true disciples of Jesus Christ who, with a thorough knowledge of the fundamental tenets of their faith, can live victoriously in Him.
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For an adventurous virtual bible study experience, join the Spring 2024 Designed For Discipleship (DFD) Virtual Bible Study Series. Class registration is $10.00.
Each class will help you develop your understanding of:
1st Time Registering:
All new DFD students must enroll in the DFD Introduction Class entitled "That You May Believe".
Returning DFD Students:
For all returning DFD students, in order to move forward to the next class, you should have completed all the requirements of the previous class. Please check your email for class registration link.
Missed Spring 2024 or Fall 2024??? - Call 718-206-4600, ext. 3010
What it means to be a Christian
How to live as a disciple of Christ in the 21st century
How to make a difference in today's world
Winter 2025 Schedule and Class Descriptions
Classes will meet weekly for 60 minutes via Zoom (link provided upon registration)
Tuesday classes will be held January 7 - March 25; classes include: Introduction Class, Class 1, Class 2, Class 3, Class 4, and Class 6
Thursday classes will be held January 9 - March 27; classes include: Class 5, Class 7, Class 8, Class 9 and Post Graduate Class
Please note: The Post Graduate Class is a two-part course that is offered only during the Fall Semester (part 1) and the Spring Semester (part 2).
Introduction: That We May Believe
Tuesdays | 6:00pm-7:00pm
A study of the life of Jesus based on the Gospel of John. An essential fundamental course for new believers.
Class 1: Your Life In Christ
Tuesdays | 6:00pm-7:00pm
An interactive study program which shows the love of God for the believer and how love is expressed in the believer’s life.
Class 2: The Spirit-Filled Christian
Tuesdays | 6:00pm-7:00pm
An insightful intellectual study of how one can live a Spirit-Filled, Christ-Centered Life.
Class 3: Walking With Christ
Tuesdays | 7:15pm-8:15pm
A liberating study that will simplify the Bible so that you can walk with Christ in liberty.
Class 4: Being A Follower Of Christ
Tuesdays | 7:15pm-8:15pm
A study that will teach you the characteristics that one should exhibit as a Christian in an ungodly world.
Class 5: Foundations For Faith
Thursdays | 6:00pm-7:00pm
A study of key doctrines of the Christian faith.
Class 6: Growing in Discipleship
Tuesdays | 7:15pm-8:15pm
An examination of the concepts of discipleship, stewardship and evangelism. Practicum Included.
Class 7: Our Hope In Christ
Thursdays | 6:00pm-7:00pm
An introductory analysis of 1 Thessalonians.
Class 8: Intercessory Prayer
Thursdays | 7:15pm-8:15pm
A study of how to intercede before the Lord on behalf of others.
Class 9: Doctrines Of The Bible
Thursdays | 7:15pm-8:15pm
A study of Christ, God, man, sin, angels and salvation.
DFD Post Graduate Class: Knowing Jesus Through The Old Testament
Thursdays | 7:15pm-8:15pm
Post Graduate Class is a two-part course that is offered only during the Fall Semester (part 1) and the Spring Semester (part 2)
In this 12-week course, you will learn how Jesus’ self-understanding as Son of Man and Son of God reveals the Jesus who fulfilled the mission that God had given to Israel. You will learn that the more we understand the Old Testament, the closer we come to the heart of Jesus.