SL ACADEMY

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MASTERPIECE

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SL ACADEMY // MASTERPIECE //

2026 Theme // Masterpiece

The 2026 content theme is MASTERPIECE [Ephesians 2:8–10], a yearlong discipleship journey exploring how God forms His people through the Gospel, shapes them by His Word, Spirit, and Church, and fills them with His Spirit so they may be sent as faithful witnesses in the world.

The MASTERPIECE journey is all about helping followers of Christ:

  • Understand their identity in Christ

  • Recognize their Spirit-given gifts

  • Cultivate Christlike character

  • Step into their calling to reflect God's glory in everyday life

Each STREETLIGHTS Academy gathering explores a different part of this journey.

During the first half of 2026, we gathered in Chicago, Detroit, and New York City to explore Identity Transformation in Christ and Living for God's Glory.

This fall, we're inviting everyone to the Streetlights Studio in Chicago to continue the MASTERPIECE journey conversation with a brand-new focus: Cultivating Christlike Character.

Whether you've attended Academy before or this is your first time, this experience will build on the foundation we've already laid while introducing new biblical teaching, workshops, conversations, and practical application centered on becoming faithful witnesses of the Gospel and instruments in the hands of God.

SL ACADEMY PURPOSE:

Partnering with local anchor-churches, SL Academy helps equip followers of Christ to understand their new identity in Jesus and to be activated in their spiritual gifts and creative talents to express God’s Glory.

“We now have this light shining in our hearts, but we ourselves are like fragile clay jars containing this great treasure. This makes it clear that our great power is from God, not from ourselves.”

2 Corinthians 4:7

What Academy atendees Are Saying…

“The preaching at the beginning really shifted my perspective and mindset!! I had soooo many "Ouch, that's me " moments. The Holy Spirit dealt with me.”
— Kharon H.

“I received confirmation of my spiritual gift.”
— Shannese L.

“Tremendously encouraged.”
— Randy M.

“The Lord really met me where I am.”
— Rose L.

“Met people and reunited with people.”
— Ray V.

Academy Values

Local Church x Global Mission

new identity in Jesus

SACRED EXPRESSIONS

INTENTIONAL Formative COMMUNITY

Created in Christ.

Expressing God’s Glory.

Sent with Power to Serve.

FAQ

  • Academy is for anyone who wants to grow in their walk with Jesus—whether you’re:

    • A student or young adult

    • A creative (music, art, media, etc.)

    • A ministry leader or volunteer

    • Someone exploring your calling

    Recommended age: 16+

  • Academy training is a morning-to-early-afternoon intensive with:

    • Community Worship Time

    • Biblical teaching

    • Interactive workshops

    • Real-life application

    • Creative ministry activation

    You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of your identity in Christ and how to live on mission in your everyday life.

  • We recommend bringing:

    • A Bible (physical or digital)

    • A notebook or journal

    • A pen

    • A heart ready to learn and grow

  • $15 — We aim to keep Academy accessible while supporting the mission of STREETLIGHTS.

  • Yes! We encourage groups to attend together — youth groups, creative teams, and friends.

    Group Discounts available by contacting the SL Team — contact@streetlightsbible.com

  • We’d love to help.

    📩 Contact us at: contact@streetlightsbible.com

SUPPORT

Future Training and mobilization dates in other cities

We have been — and will continue — resourcing this generation with God’s Word and preaching the Gospel. At the same time, we sense a deep need to train and equip this generation alongside local urban churches to be the salt and light of Christ — both within their church communities and from their church communities into the culture.

In 2026, we plan to have multiple Academy gatherings both in Chicago and in other cities — Detroit, New York City, Atlanta, and San Juan.

Interested in supporting these events in other cities to help mobilize a generation passionate about evangelism and making disciples?

Your support helps us host more gatherings that mobilize a generation committed to evangelism and disciple-making.

Your gift fuels the creation of Streetlights' creative resources and Gospel outreach.