There is no cost to participate in ICSM's Bible studies and no expectation to attend every meeting.

Registered participants receive an email every other week with the fresh Scripture translation and virtual links for both the Tuesday evening session from 7:00-8:15 pm and the Wednesday morning session from 8:30-9:45 am (Eastern time zone). Participants can join either session based on what works for their schedule that week. 

ICSM Bible studies run during the school year from September to early May (with breaks for Christmas and Easter). 

Over the past several years, we have explored the books of Romans, Colossians, 1 and 2 Corinthians, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philemon, Philippians, 1 and 2 Timothy, Titus, 2 Peter, Habakkuk, and Micah. In the fall of 2026 and the spring of 2027, we will be studying the books of 1 John, James, and 2 Peter.

We hope you can join us! 

Expecting the Holy Spirit to work among us, the Foundations in Christ Workshop offers time and space to learn about God and ourselves in fresh ways. The workshop is for adults of all ages seeking to explore questions that cut to the heart of faith, questions like:

• "How does God interact with us on a daily basis?"
• "What if my spiritual life sometimes feels stagnant, like I'm not close to God?"
• "Where is God in the midst of suffering?"
• "Is the work of discipleship supposed to feel like such a burden?"
• "Can I really rely on God's grace?" 

Through a variety of approaches, we examine practical cornerstones of our faith and explore how Christ sets us free in extraordinary ways. What each person discovers in the workshop is, by God's grace, specific and unique to them.

The workshop takes place over two weekends: Friday 6:00 to 9:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, and Sunday 9:00 am to 3:30 pm both weekends, with a weekend off in between.

ICSM offers the Foundations in Christ Workshop twice a year at its office in south Charlotte (7615 Colony Road, Suite 210). The Summer 2026 Workshop will be held the weekends of July 24-26 and August 7-9, 2026. We are also accepting registrations for our Winter 2027 Workshop the weekends of February 19-21 and March 5-7, 2027 

Fees help defray expenses and make future workshops possible. ICSM realizes that each participant has a different ability to pay. Thus, fees for the workshop are broken down into three optional tiers which allow participants to select the amount that is right for them in the registration process ($150, $300, and $450). In addition, because of generous donations from prior Foundations Workshop alumni, ICSM is able to offer full and partial scholarships without a formal application process.   

Level II Foundations Workshop on Prayer

Building on core concepts from the Foundations in Christ Workshop, the Prayer Workshop explores God's extraordinary gift of prayer in the midst of our daily life in Christ. With the help of Scripture, interactive presentations, and exercises, we wrestle with significant, practical questions about prayer. We also examine and try out different kinds of prayer. Relying as always on the work of the Holy Spirit, in this workshop we seek the grace of "prayer without ceasing" in Jesus Christ.  

Level II Foundations Workshop on Discernment and Discipleship 

Developing insights from the Foundations in Christ Workshop, this workshop dives into Christian discernment and discipleship in fresh ways. Modern Christians have many default lenses around faith and often find themselves on a discipleship treadmill. Relying on the Holy Spirit to shift our lenses, we explore the space of daily life with God where we get to discern and participate in what Christ is doing at the moment. 

Other Information

Level II Foundations Workshops are open to all adults who have completed the two-weekend Foundations in Christ Workshop. 

Each workshop takes place over a single weekend on the following schedule: Friday 6:00 to 9:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, and Sunday 9:00 am to 3:30 pm.

ICSM offers all Level II Foundations Workshop at its office in south Charlotte (7615 Colony Road, Suite 210). The next Level II workshop has not yet been scheduled, so please revisit this space for future information.

Fees for Level II Foundations Workshops work the same way as for the Foundations in Christ Workshop. ICSM realizes that each participant has a different ability to pay. Thus, fees for Level II workshops are broken down into three optional tiers which allow participants to select the amount that is right for them ($80, $180, and $280). In addition, because of generous donations from other Foundations alumni, ICSM is able to offer full and partial scholarships without a formal application process.   

This workshop is generally provided to congregations, church leaders, and governing bodies upon request. It can be tailored to the needs of a particular group. On occasion, ICSM also offers a version of this workshop that is open to individual registration.

What We’ll Explore:

• Understanding Conflict: Gain insights into how and why conflicts arise and learn to recognize the underlying factors that contribute to tensions and disputes.
• Practical Tools: Learn insight tools and proven approaches for addressing disputes, communicating effectively, and working together to resolve conflict situations.
• Christ at the Center: Discover how Christ's reconciling work transforms relationships, offering a foundation for resolution, healing, and renewal.

Upon request, the workshop can also add a segment on effectively providing and receiving feedback. Although feedback is often heard as criticism, truly authentic feedback can create a context for effective communication that reduces conflict and provides opportunities for collaboration.

Depending on tailoring and the needs of the group, this workshop runs 5-8 hours in length (exclusive of meal breaks). The workshop can be provided in one day or covered in two consecutive days.

Whether you’re addressing a specific conflict or simply seeking to develop skills for conflict resolution, this workshop provides fresh insights and approaches for fostering peace and reconciliation in the Body of Christ.

The challenge of our time is to understand "the water we swim in" and see where Jesus Christ is leading us going forward. The workshop looks for signs and sources of an authentic Gospel message emerging amidst the paradigm shift occurring around us. It also seeks to move beyond the old message and methodologies that no longer work well.

What We’ll Explore:

• The Current Context: Examine why the the current paradigm no longer works for those who are turning away from the Christian faith in our culture.
• Where the Gospel is at Risk: Assess where the Gospel message today is at risk and learn from Christians who have gone before us in similiar times and situations.
• A Way Forward: Join the conversation in seeking authentic insights for the Church centered in Jesus Christ while navigating the newly emerging paradigm.

The workshop will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, at ICSM's office, 7615 Colony Road, Suite 210, in Charlotte. The cost is $150 per person, with lunch provided. This workshop is limited to 20 participants, so early registration is encouraged.

This workshop draws on Scripture and Reformed sources to highlight our daily walk with God while abiding in the saving grace of Jesus Christ—God with us. Thinking graciously and clearly helps us move beyond the transactional, command-and-do approaches to faith which are so widespread today.

What We’ll Explore:

• Modern Christianity: Reflect on how the current era of Christianity mirrors the late Middle Ages when the message was dominated by various forms of works righteousness that nullify the striking gift character of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. 
• The Grace of the Gospel: Examine the sources—the Bible, the Protestant Reformation (1520+), and others both ancient and modern—which talk about God's grace, the gift of participating in that grace, and the freedom of not having to trade on grace. 
• Looking Forward: Rediscover grace as the energy-filled space God creates for sinners to abide in the love of Jesus Christ and walk with God on a daily basis. 

This workshop is held at ICSM's office, 7615 Colony Road, Suite 210, in Charlotte. The cost of this workshop is $250 per person, with lunch provided both days.

 This workshop is not currently scheduled for 2026.