Equipping Tracks at The Institute

Equipping tracks are courses through which participants will have the opportunity to dive deeper into specific topics of faith, theology, biblical competencies, and more. These training opportunities are diverse yet maintain a singular goal - rich content that moves to affect one’s heart & life. We will draw these connections in community as we sift God’s word together.

Fall 2026 Equipping Tracks

THEOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS I

Theological Foundations I aims to teach the "whole counsel of God" (Acts 20:27) by introducing specific theological topics through a careful study of relevant Biblical passages and Wayne Grudem's Systematic Theology. Particpants will gather together on Tuesday mornings or evenings to wrestle with the readings and recieve additional theological training from one of our pastors or staff team.

Our prayer is that each participant is built up "to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ...so that they may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves of every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, and by craftiness in deceitful schemes."

This fall, we are offering Theological Foundations I on Tuesday mornings, Tuesday evenings, and Wednesday* mornings. You are welcome to sign up for whichever time slot fits your schedule best. We do ask, however, that you choose and stick with one slot to cultivate consistency with your fellow track mates!

*Wednesday morning track is for women, only.

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Details:

  • This course is available: Tuesday mornings 6:30-7:30am | Tuesday evenings 7:00-8:15pm | Wednesday mornings 9-10:30am (women only)

  • This course is great for anyone at any degree of spiritual maturity

  • This is a 12-week course & requires 2-3 hours of personal study per week

  • Must be in a house church or foundations to participate

  • The $50 course fee includes a workbook and textbook (if you plan to take Theological Foundations II, you will utilize the same textbook)

  • The Tuesday Equipping Track’s will be held at the 7MR Office (1500 Waugh - 2nd floor)

    • There is ample parking and easy access into the building available on the 2nd flood of the parking garage.

Wednesday Morning (Women Only) Details:

  • This year, we are partnering with Recess HTX. Recess is an elevated indoor playground and family bistro, designed for parents and built for kids.

  • We will will meet at Recess HTX - our next door neighbors at the 7MR Office. 1500 Waugh Drive, Suite 150 Houston, TX 77019

  • Recess has gladly agreed to help with our childcare needs. The equipping track and child care will all be in one location!

  • Check out their space here: https://www.recess-htx.com

  • Come early for coffee and a bite in their bistro, or plan to stay late and let your little ones keep playing!

Summer 2026 Equipping Opportunities

Faithful & Fruitful: A Summit on Whole-Life Stewardship

Though we often think about “stewardship” through the lens of our money, we actually believe God has entrusted us with far more than just the dollars in our bank accounts! We hope you’ll join us as we identify together the giftings, skillsets, and resources that God has uniquely equipped each of us with, and how we can offer those up to God to use for his glory.


Explore D-Track | Summer 2026

This discipleship track is designed for the people of Seven Mile Road to grow in understanding God’s heart for the world. Together we’ll build a biblical foundation for God’s love for all peoples, explore his desire for all to know him through his son Jesus, and reflect on how each of us plays a meaningful role in God’s global disciple-making mission. This D-Track is a space to learn, ask questions, and connect with others as we seek to follow God more faithfully together.

Course Schedule: June 7-July 19
Sundays | 9:45am-11:15am



College D-Track | Summer 2026

This discipleship track is geared toward college students and 18-22 year olds spending the summer in Houston who want to grow in their understanding of Biblical theology, be developed in evangelism and discipleship, and lean into community. We will meet together over an 8-week period.

Course Schedule: May 29-August 2
May 29-31: Kick-off Retreat
July 31-August 2: Closing Retreat

Weekly Rhythms: Tuesday mornings, 6:30-7:30am | Thursday mornings, 6:30-7:30am | Sunday afternoons, 4-6pm

A more detailed schedule with specific dates & locations will be provided upon registration. Please reach out if you have questions about schedule, commitment, etc.!

Emmaus House

Emmaus House exists to robustly develop Gospel Centered Leaders at 7MR who facilitate gospel renewal in our church and for our city. This experience will shape the character, convictions, and competencies of future leaders in our church and for our city through a one-year communal living experience.

Applicants to the Emmaus House must be male gospel partners, and this opportunity is particularly geared toward young adults in the early stages of their careers. Please note that our desire is to launch a female discipleship house for the fall of 2027.

Application deadline is May 3rd.

Spring 2026 D-Tracks - Registration closed! fall 2026 Equipping tracks will open for registration in august.


Email Ryan Born, our Director of Equipping, with any questions you may have.

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