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Night Classes exist to help upskill believers in their knowledge of the Word of God and how we can apply it to modern contexts. Learn to view divisive cultural issues through a Biblical lens and sharpen your understanding of the Christian response. 

2026 Dates

22nd February - 15th March
Four Sunday Nights 6pm - 8pm

Lounges, Palmerston North location

Class 1: ‘Ravenhill’s Fire’ with Gabriel Finochio
Are we living too comfortably in our faith?

Leonard Ravenhill was a man gripped by God, burdened for prayer, and undone by the state of the Church. His life and message confront a version of Christianity that is safe, convenient, and comfortable.

In this four-week class, we’ll explore Ravenhill’s life and legacy, and allow his profound faith and uncompromising devotion to challenge our understanding of what it means to follow Jesus wholeheartedly.

Register for Class 1

Class 2: 'Islam' with David Latting
Is Islam really that different from Christianity?

In this four-week Hot Topic class, we’ll explore the origins, claims, and core beliefs of Islam and carefully compare them with the biblical story of a loving Father who pursues humanity through Jesus.

This class is not about argument, but understanding. You’ll be equipped to think clearly, and share Jesus with confidence and compassion in an increasingly multi-faith world.

Register for Class 2

FAQs about Night
Classes

  • In-Person Classes are $20.
    Online Classes are $10.

    This is the cost for the entire class for the term.

  • Our Night Classes are a mix of video based teaching and live presentation. Our leaders help to facilitate each class and at different points the teaching may paused to provide a time for discussion. Tables will be set up with water bottles provided and will seat around 3-4 people facing the screen.

    We highly recommend you bring something to take notes with. While there will be a short welcome at the beginning, classes will begin promptly on time and go straight into learning. So ensure that you arrive ten minutes early to sign in, and get a hot drink and supper.

  • The entrance to Night Classes will be via Lounge 2, which is located in the courtyard by the children’s playground.

    In Lounge 2 you can check in, hot drinks and light refreshments will be available, and you will be directed to either Lounge 1 or Lounge 3 depending on the class you have signed up for. Toilets are accessible from Lounge 2.

  • Class 1: The Word and The World will be available online in Term 3.

    Our online classes are made available via Zoom. One of our leaders will help to facilitate each session and at different points will pause the video to provide a time for discussion. Our online classes follow the same schedule as our in-person classes meeting Sunday weekly during the term from 6-8pm.

    The cost is $10 per person.

  • Our Night Classes teaching and curriculum is from Theos University, based in Franklin, Tennesee in the USA. They are aligned to the core doctrines of the orthodox faith, just as New Life is.

    See their about page here and beliefs here. Each term the range of courses will change.

  • No, these classes are not designed or appropriate for parents to bring their children or babies.

  • These classes are for adults and young adults who want to grow in their biblical understanding of the above topics and how to engage and reach the postmodern world.

    These nights are not for individuals who wish to assert their own thoughts in these areas but more for those who desire to learn.

  • These classes are for members of New Life.