Discipleship Trail
Getting on the trail is a great way to get activated in your faith journey with Jesus while also experiencing a taste of community with others in our Hillside family. No matter the order you take, each class will be a practical help and an encouragement to you. And there’s something new this year… Ideally, after completing the 4 core courses on the Trail, you can take advantage of several new ‘bonus classes’ that are now being offered to further strengthen you in your discipleship journey.
COURSE OPTIONS • FALL 2025
CORE DT CLASSES
1) FIND BELONGING with Pastor Jerry Reddy (ADULT BAPTISM or MEMBERSHIP – Previously “Next Steps”): Here you will explore why our church exists and how we’re here to help you take next steps through baptism and/or making Hillside your spiritual home as a member.
- PLEASE NOTE: YOUTH (Grades 6-12) and PRE-TEEN (Grades 4-5) BAPTISM classes will be held at a separate occasion. Please fill out this BAPTISM INTEREST FORM if you would like our Kid’s or Youth Ministry Team to contact you with more information.
2) MAKE A DIFFERENCE with Pastor Dave Steeves (Previously “Serve”): Discover how you can join the team as you learn about spiritual gifts and how God has uniquely gifted you to serve His kingdom purposes.
3) CHANGE THE WORLD with Jason Donelle (Previously “Share”): Here you’ll gain confidence in letting God use you to change the world by authentically loving people and sharing your faith both in word and deed.
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*BONUS CLASSES OFFERED*
*BUILD FINANCES with Pastor Kevin Matthews: Gain tools including biblical principles on money management to budget, save on current expenses, and create financial breathing room for what matters most (Pastor Kevin Matthews serves as Hillside’s Executive Pastor)
*CLOSER WITH EVERY CONVERSATION with Pastor Chad & Sarah Fletcher: Great marriages don’t just happen by accident – they’re built on love, trust, and communication. Join us as we explore how to connect more deeply, listen with care, and speak with grace (Pastor Chad and Sarah have a heart for strengthening marriages and they give leadership to the Alpha Marriage Course here at Hillside).
*MORE PEACE, LESS STRESS with Dr. Bill Morrison: Helpful Insights for an Anxious Generation and Those Who Love Them (Dr. Bill Morrison is a Retired Professor, UNB Faculty of Education, licensed clinical psychologist, and research consultant on anxiety for NB school system)
*THIRD CULTURE KIDS with Claudia Fernandez: A Third Culture Kid grows up between cultures, never fully belonging to just one. They learn to adapt quickly, speak multiple languages, and see the world through a global lens. But they often struggle with identity, rootlessness, and the pain of constantly saying goodbye. This is a class to better equip parents, friends, mentors, and teachers with important insights on this vital topic. (Claudia is a fellow Hillsider who, along with her family, immigrated to Canada from their home country of Bolivia. Claudia serves on staff at Hillside and Youth for Christ Canada).
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DETAILS:
Doors open to the auditorium at 4:40 pm, with drop off in our children’s areas open at 4:45 pm.
Meal cost is $5 each or $25 for a family of 5 or more. Meal includes Mary Brown chicken burger, taters, hot & cold drinks and dessert. Kid’s meal option is also available.
Note: Registration deadline is on Sunday, September 21st. Unfortunately, late registrations and walk-ins will not be permitted.
We want to make your ‘DT’ experience the best it can be. If you have any questions or want more information, please feel free to reach out HERE. We’d love to hear from you!
FAQs
Freshly re-envisioned for this new fall season, the Discipleship Trail is our church’s spiritual growth pathway designed to help people to take their next step in a growing relationship with Jesus. The starting point on the Trail is “Getting Started” which is conveniently offered monthly on Sunday mornings during our second service. The fuller Discipleship Trail (DT) experience which features a mix of our 4 core classes plus some bonus classes are offered 3X per year (fall, winter, spring) on Sunday evenings. More than just a class, the ‘DT’ on Sunday nights is a two-hour experience from 5-7pm which begins with a meal (Mary Brown’s chicken burger dinner) and a taste of worship in the auditorium with others in our Hillside family, followed by a 60-70 minute class of your choosing. Typically, a mix of 6-7 classes are offered at each DT gathering.
Getting Started, hosted by Pastor Chad, is a brief 60-minute introduction to our church, conveniently offered on the 3rd Sunday of the month during our 11:15am service. Fall 2025 dates are Sept. 21st, Oct 19th, and Nov. 16th. Those new to Hillside are strongly encouraged to attend Getting Started for a brief presentation on the unique heartbeat, mission, and programs available in our church, as well as to enjoy a tour of our facilities. Here, you’ll also learn a bit more about Hillside, including the Discipleship Trail and Life Groups. Interested in attending Getting Started? Register HERE.
To help every Hillsider grow and get more plugged into our church community, 4 core courses are strategically offered including:
“Find Belonging”: this is our next steps class led by Pastor Jerry – here you will explore why our church exists and how we’re here to help you take next steps through baptism and making Hillside your spiritual home as a member.
“Make a Difference”: this is our serve class led by Pastor Dave – discover how you can join the team as you learn about spiritual gifts and how God has uniquely gifted you to serve His kingdom purposes.
“Change the World”: this is our share class led by Jason Donelle – here you’ll gain confidence in letting God use you to change the world by authentically loving people and sharing your faith both in word and deed.
“Increase Your Influence”: this is our lead class led by Pastor Kevin – gain fresh insights that will help you leverage your unique influence for good by leading and influencing others wherever God has placed you at work, home, the church or in the community.
These 4 core classes are designed to equip you with fresh relatable content, along with additional steps and resources, that will help you grow deeper on these topics. When registering, be sure to check out the list of classes for that evening as some classes are offered on a rotational basis.
Because discipleship is an ongoing journey and no believer should ever stop growing, each DT gathering will feature 3-4 additional classes each evening. Various topics will be periodically featured including marriage, parenting, finances, holy habits, work, mental health, theology, and others will be offered. Watch for class options each time.
They are offered 3X per year on Sunday nights from 5:00-7:00pm. Our fall DT experience will take place on Sept 28th, followed by our winter ‘DT’ (Jan. 25, 2026) and the spring ‘DT’ (April 26, 2026). We meet in the auditorium for the first part (meal and worship) before breaking off into various rooms for the classes. Check out Hillside’s Event Page at www.hillsidemoncton.org/event for more information and to register.
Yes, come hungry, a take-out meal (Mary Brown’s) will be ready for you. Because ‘here, we’re all family’ this is a great opportunity to meet others in a relaxed setting, enjoy supper (including dessert!), and experience a taste of worship right after.
There is a modest cost of $5 per person to attend. This helps offset a portion of the cost for the evening. The same cost applies for children as well with a $25 overall limit for families. Also, if cost is a factor, no worries. Just let us know through the link below. Certainly, no one should miss out due to cost!