2026 Southwest Servants Academy (S2A)
The Southwest Servants Academy, a work of the Southwest School of Bible Studies, is intended to help young Christians grow in faith and in ability to serve the Lord’s church. Students will attend courses taught by SWSBS faculty, Christian Women’s Studies instructors, and alumni. Servants Academy aims to strengthen young men and women as servants in the local congregation while increasing their regard for preaching and teaching the gospel as a lifelong work. Along the way, attendees will build lasting friendships with their fellow students.
Purpose
To assist young men and women in developing greater:
- Self-awareness
- Personal spiritual life
- Preparation to help others spiritually
- Ability to lead in church activities (within roles assigned men and women per the New Testament)
- Focus to have a God-centered life.
This is achieved in a setting including interaction with SWSBS faculty, Christian Women’s Studies faculty, Southwest members, and SWSBS student families.
Who Can Attend?
S2A is for young men and women ages 14-19 having completed 8th-12th grades. It is limited to 20 male and 20 female students and registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Arrival and Departure
Students should arrive at the Southwest church of Christ building Thursday, August 6th between 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm. That evening, we will have dinner and introductions where they will meet their host family.
Servants Academy will close with a breakfast for students, their families, and their host families beginning at 8:00 am on Sunday, August 9 followed by Bible class and the morning worship service at Southwest.
Housing
Students will stay with local Christian families. Male and female students will be housed separately. Families will provide transportation to and from the Southwest Facilities.
Cost
There is no cost for students to attend Servants Academy. SWSBS will cover all meals. This year, the evening activities will all be low cost or no cost. The only money needed would be for students who want to purchase things like a snack, a snowcone, coffee, etc. during the event.