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THE INSTITUTE

The Institute

Shaping the mind. Transforming the heart.

The Institute is a nine-month equipping program for Christ Followers who desire a higher level of learning and training as they grow in their faith. It is a seminary-like classroom environment with a hands-on component to put learning into practice. The program covers the story of the Scripture from Genesis to Revelation (Biblical Story), the core doctrinal tenets of Christianity (Biblical Beliefs), and best practices for making disciples, growing in discipline, and defending our faith as apologists (Biblical Practices).

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9-Month Institute Class Schedule:

Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:15pm | Bee Cave Campus

    Biblical Story | 09.10 - 11.05

    Biblical Beliefs | 11.12 - 02.04 (with a break from Thanksgiving to New Years)

      Biblical Practices | 02.11 - 05.06 (with a two-week break for Spring Break)


      Registration for the 2025-2026 year has closed. 

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      • Katelyn Gordon

        Katelyn Gordon

        Katelyn grew up in Texas and attended Texas A&M University. She received a Bachelor's in Psychology and went on to earn a Master’s degree in Biblical Counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary. At DTS she met her husband, Glenn, and together they have three daughters. Katelyn previously worked with foster families and now stays at home with her kids while working remotely to support the EQUIP ministry at the Ridge. In her free time she enjoys listening to audio books, being creative in the kitchen, and having good conversations with friends.

      • Lorri Winkcompleck

        Lorri Winkcompleck

        Lorri is a teacher, a writer, and a lover of God's Word. She has been a partner at Austin Ridge since 2008 and is passionate about serving the church and helping others find their place to do and make a kingdom difference with their talents and gifts. She is married to Jarrod, and they have one daughter, Reece. She has served as a teaching leader in women's ministry, worship leader on Sunday mornings, and most recently, as a ministry associate and podcaster in the Equip ministry. Lorri appreciates a good book and an excellent vacation to read on. As the Serve Coordinator, it is her joy and privilege to listen to people's stories and direct them to use those stories to serve Jesus and his church.