We celebrate the wide range of personalities and backgrounds in our class. In designing a curriculum for the upcoming year, we examined a list of past and suggested topics. They fall into 4 basic categories:
1) study of scripture (“Ephesians”)
2) spiritual formation/education (“Basics of Islam”)
3) biographical Bible study (“Elijah”)
4) practical application (“Marriage”)
In 2008-09, we will cycle through all four groups, spending a few weeks in one type of study and moving on. We hope this format will hold the interest of our diverse folks and allow many to showcase their leadership gifts! (hint, hint) If you are willing to facilite or teach during a later unit, please let me know.
Sept 12 – Oct 5
The Kindness of Strangers: Relationship and Redemption in the Book of Ruth
A chapter by chapter discussion oriented study of the book of Ruth. Read the chapters ahead on your own to get even more out of this study!
Oct 13 — Nov 16
Finding Faith
Each individual has a unique story of how they came to faith in Christ. During this series we will hear the stories of some of our own members and discuss how these stories enhance our own understanding of salvation.
Nov 23 – December 28
(No class on Nov 30 and Dec 28 due to Thanksgiving and Christmas)
A Witness to the Light: The Life of John the Baptist
In this series we will examine what the Bible tells us about John the Baptist, with special reference to his prophecies of the coming Messiah, as we lead up to the celebration of Christmas.
Jan 4—Feb 22
Building Christian Community
Many of us long for a stronger and closer Christian community. But what does such a community look like? What can we do to reach out in community to others at Blacknall and beyond? These questions and more will be discussed, and even put into ACTION!
March 1 — April 5
(No class on April 12 due to Easter)
TBA: Scripture-based study
April 19–May 31
(No class on May 24 due to Memorial Day)
Devotions for Dummies
Another week has passed and your daily prayer time has gone the way of your New Years’ resolutions and shape-up-for-summer diet? You’re not alone! We’ll discuss the struggle to spend regular, meaningful time with God in a no guilt environment with a healthy dose of encouragement and practical suggestions.
Summer 2009
Parenting
Christian parenting class, similar in style to this past summer’s marriage class.
