What
Equip is a series of accessible weekend conferences packed with discipleship training from Christ-followers of all walks of life.
why it matters
Every Christ-follower is called to make disciples. We believe that this objective would best be accomplished if Christians throughout our city and state partner together. These conferences bring together and mobilize the church for this purpose.
when
All conferences are on a Friday from 6:30-8:30pm and Saturday from 9am-4pm.
See the full schedule below.
where and cost
Philipps Chapel at
1515 S. Shiloh Rd. Billings MT
Each conference costs:
1. $100 for personal enrichment
2. $436 for credit-seeking adult learners.
3. Free for high schoolers seeking dual enrollment credit (for first 6 credits, then $100 for each conference thereafter).
*lunch and conference materials are included.
**A limited number of generous scholarships and sponsorships are available.
WHAT ARE EQUIP CONFERENCES?
We structured our discipleship and Bible courses into accessible and cohesive weekend conferences. Come to one or all and pursue a 30-credit Diploma in Disciple Making.
Montana Bible College exists to equip future Christian leaders to be gospel-centered disciple-makers. We believe that all believers in Christ should have an opportunity to be equipped with the skills, knowledge, and process of disciple-making. Whether you are an elder, deacon, ministry volunteer, or simply interested in Christian discipleship, this is for you!
What to expect this Fall
September 19-20, Friday evening & Saturday
Course Rationale:
Through in-depth contemplation of Scripture's gospel doctrines of first importance, students will learn to take head-knowledge of their faith down into their heart and
hands. In this way, students will learn not only to make the great confession (1 Tim 3:16), but also to
be transformed by it (Titus 2:11-14). Also, a robust historical theology of the Lord’s prayer will be
retrieved for modern Christian discipleship in hope. In this way, students will learn to heartily
engage in the great commission. Then, a grace-filled perspective on the Ten
Commandments will help students live out what Jesus called the great commandment.
Conference Schedule:
The conference is on Sept 19 from 6:30-8:30pm and Sept 20 from 9am-4pm.
For Credit Coursework
For credit-seeking students, subsequent zoom calls are scheduled for Tuesday, Sept 23 from
6:30-8pm and Tuesday, Sept 30 from 6:30-8pm. Students who are unable to attend may watch the
zoom recordings before the end of the course on Nov 15, 2025. Additionally, credit-seeking
students will schedule a 1-hour meeting with the professor and watch 3 hours of
pre-recorded content prior to Nov 15, 2025.
Each conference costs:
1. $100 for personal enrichment
2. $436 for credit-seeking adult learners.
3. Free for high schoolers seeking dual enrollment credit (applicable to first 6 credits from MBC,
then $100 for each conference thereafter).
*lunch and conference materials are included!
**A limited number of generous scholarships and sponsorships are available upon request.
Register for the conference or fill out the inquiry form above to learn more.
October 3-4, Friday evening & Saturday
Course Rationale:
Prayer was and remains Jesus’ central strategy for glorifying his Father
through caring for his church. In this class, students will learn to appropriate Jesus’ wisdom in
prayer for their daily life and ministry. Not only will this prove essential to whatever ministry they
lead in the future, but it will also connect them to the life-sustaining joy of communion with God
today. Furthermore, in an age where technology has seriously underdelivered on its promises for
community-building, this class will help students understand how to pray together for real
fellowship in the gospel message and partnership in gospel ministry.
Conference Schedule:
The conference is on Oct 3 from 6:30-8:30pm and Oct 4 from 9am-4pm.
For Credit Coursework
If taken for credit, there are subsequent zoom calls scheduled for Tuesday, Oct 7 from 6:30-8pm and Tuesday, Oct 14 from 6:30-8pm. Students who are unable to attend may watch the zoom recordings. Additionally, for credit students will schedule a 1-hour meeting with the
professor sometime before the end of the course.
Each conference costs:
1. $100 for personal enrichment
2. $436 for credit-seeking adult learners.
3. Free for high schoolers seeking dual enrollment credit (applicable to first 6 credits from MBC,
then $100 for each conference thereafter).
*lunch and conference materials are included!
**A limited number of generous scholarships and sponsorships are available upon request.
Register for the conference or fill out the inquiry form above to learn more.
October 10-11, Friday evening & Saturday
Course Rationale:
With an emphasis on the practice and application of Bible study principles in class, students
will learn how to dive into the depths of Scripture. Beginning with genre theory, it will become
clear how the social and historical context of ancient Hebrew and Greek culture guide accurate
interpretation of Scripture. Then, an understanding of design patterns in Scripture will provide a
sense of Scripture’s unified grandeur. At each step, students will see how the Bible is significant for
every aspect of life. Devotional methods of Bible study will also be introduced, such as praying with
Scripture and journaling alongside Scripture. By the end of this class, students will know how to
share what they have learned with others for the sake of discipleship.
Conference Schedule:
The conference is on Oct 10 from 6:30-8:30pm and Oct 11 from 9am-4pm.
This Fall 2025, Bible Study Intensive is not eligible for credit in the Diploma in Disciple Making degree.
Each conference costs:
1. $100 for personal enrichment
2. $436 for credit-seeking adult learners.
3. Free for high schoolers seeking dual enrollment credit (applicable to first 6 credits from MBC,
then $100 for each conference thereafter).
*lunch and conference materials are included!
**A limited number of generous scholarships and sponsorships are available upon request.
Register for the conference or fill out the inquiry form above to learn more.
October 17-18, Friday evening & Saturday
Course Rationale:
There is a seat at Jesus’ table for every kind of person. Yet, sitting down at his table radically
transforms the way we must relate with one another. This study emphasizes how abiding in Christ
leads us to serve one another, loving each other even as Jesus loved us, so that others may know that we are Jesus’ disciples. This vision for relational discipleship will be applied to next generation ministry in recognition that everyone should be involved in discipling the next generation in some capacity.
Conference Schedule:
The conference is on Friday, Oct 17 from 6:30-8:30pm and Saturday, Oct 18 from 9am-4pm.
For Credit Coursework:
If taken for credit, subsequent zoom calls are scheduled for Thursday, Oct 23 at 6:30-8pm and
Thursday, Nov 6 at 6:30-8pm. Students who are unable to attend may watch the zoom recordings
before the end of the course on Dec 13, 2025. Additionally, students will schedule a 1-hour meeting
with the professor and watch 3 hours of pre-recorded content prior to the end of this course on Dec.
13, 2025 at midnight.
Each conference costs:
1. $100 for personal enrichment
2. $436 for credit-seeking adult learners.
3. Free for high schoolers seeking dual enrollment credit (applicable to first 6 credits from MBC,
then $100 for each conference thereafter).
*lunch and conference materials are included!
**A limited number of generous scholarships and sponsorships are available upon request.
Register for the conference or fill out the inquiry form above to learn more.