Virginia Institute of Theology
Virginia Institute of Theology (VIT) is a ministry of JPBC that offers instruction and training for those who desire to grow in their faith and be better equipped to help others grow in Christ. We believe churches have the primary responsibility to make disciples and train pastors. To that end, we cooperate with other faithful ministries that come alongside churches to help train disciples for ministry.
FALL 2026
Biblical worship
We were created for worship. As Augustine once said, “"You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you." In this class, we will explore the topic of biblical worship by considering how God calls and instructs us to worship him, how we were designed and redeemed for worship, and how all sin ultimately relates to idolatry. Together, we’ll also grow in understanding how the goal of worship is growing in love for God and neighbor and how the church’s liturgy and priorities shape us as worshippers.
All are welcome to attend the free Foundation Class open lecture from 6 - 7:30pm where we will look at different texts relating to worship and various aspects of worship. The Seminary Class is an advanced study from 7:30 - 9pm with additional reading, discussion, and homework. The class is offered in partnership with the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, allowing students to transfer the seminary credit to SBTS at no additional charge.
Instructor: Dr. Keith Goad (Pastor of JPBC)
Location: JPBC Downstairs Fellowship Hall (2505 Jefferson Park Avenue)
Dates: August 24 - November 9
Time: Mondays 6 - 7:30 / 9pm
Registration
To Register
Fill out this Google Form
Pay via PayPal or check (payable to Jefferson Park Baptist Church with course name in memo)
Cost
Biblical Worship - Foundation Class: FREE
Biblical Worship - Seminary Class: $300
If cost is an issue, please let us know. Scholarships are available to ensure cost isn’t a barrier to participation. If you would like to audit the seminary class (not for credit), please contact Keith Goad (keith@jpbc.org).
For more information or questions, contact Josh Gong (josh@jpbc.org).
commitments
God - Doxology. Grow disciples to love the Lord their God with all their heart.
Scripture - Authority. Train disciples to hold firm to the trustworthy Word as taught.
Church - Community. Equip disciples to grow together toward Christ under his Word.
World - Missional. Encourage disciples to proclaim Christ faithfully.
Recorded Lectures
partnerships
Partner church Residency
Description
One of our goals is to partner with and bless other churches in our area. To that end, VIT offers a partner church residency program where residents serve on part-time staff at another local church while participating in part-time residency training at JPBC. This program provides the opportunity to gain practical ministry experience in a church while also pursuing an MDiv.
Positions
Hillsboro Baptist Church: Pastoral Assistant
Rockfish Valley Baptist Church: Music Intern
If this residency sounds of interest to you or if you have any questions, please contact Keith Goad (keith@jpbc.org).