Teachers' Resources

Spring Quarter Material

We will be teaching through a series entitled, “The Gospel of John: Victory Through Faith” by Les Stanaland.

Click on the links below to download teacher resources for this quarter:

The Gospel of John Teacher’s Guide

2026 Spring Quarter Schedule

PowerPoint Template

Keynote Template

Summer Quarter Material

We will be teaching through a series entitled, “Empowered by the Spirit: God’s Gift to Strengthen His People and Transform the World.”

Click on the links below to download teacher resources for this quarter:

Empowered by the Spirit Teacher’s Guide

2026 Sumer Quarter Schedule

PowerPoint Template

Keynote Template

Forms and Documents

If you plan to teach at McDermott Road, please make sure that you familiarize yourself with all of the following:

Vision and Principles for Adult Education
Teacher/Speaker Statement of Faith and Practice

If you have any questions, please contact Wes McAdams or one of the Transformational Growth Elders.

2024 Teachers' Workshop

Welcome by Barrett Bingham, Connections Minister

In the first few minutes of our workshop, Barrett Bingham welcomes our teachers and expresses the church’s deep appreciation for the kingdom work they are doing.

1st Session with Elders, Eric Monroe and Steve Ellis

The Transformational Growth elders explain the new “Vision and Principles” document, the “Statement of Faith and Practice” form, the guidelines that are pertinent for teachers, and the new strategy for Sunday morning and Wednesday night classes.

2nd Session with Matt Mead, Executive Minister

This session explores the principles of, Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas, which lays out nine ways people connect with God. This topic is related to learning styles. It will help our teachers understand the various ways people learn and grow spiritually.

3rd Session with Wes McAdams, Preaching Minister

This session provides tips on how to ask good questions that solicit feedback and promote deeper learning. We also discuss new and creative ways to teach that encourages transformational growth.