Bibile Studies
SEASONAL ADULT STUDIES
Adult Winter Studies
REGISTRATION IS OPEN
Wednesdays, January 7- March 11
The Universal Christ by Richard Rohr
Facilitator: Rev. Chris Yost | 10 Week Study
5:45-6:45 PM | MP Rooms, Building A | Childcare Available
Paperback available on Amazon $8.99
10 Weeek study by Rohr, who explores the deeper meaning of Christ beyond Jesus, arguing that God’s presence exists in all creation and humanity has never been separate from the divine.
The Universal Christ by Richard Rohr
Facilitator: Rev. Chris Yost | 10 Week Study
5:45-6:45 PM | MP Rooms, Building A | Childcare Available
Paperback available on Amazon $8.99
10 Weeek study by Rohr, who explores the deeper meaning of Christ beyond Jesus, arguing that God’s presence exists in all creation and humanity has never been separate from the divine.
Sundays, January 11, 18, 25
Bible 101 | Facilitator: Rev. Chris Yost
5-6:30 PM | Room 109, Building B | Childcare available
Bible 101 is a basic orientation to the Bible.
Topics include: What is the Bible? Where did it come from?
How do I navigate the Bible? How do we use the Bible to grow closer to God? Which translation of the scriptures may be most helpful for you?
No materials needed. Copies of the Bible will be available for participants. If you own a Bible and would like to bring it with you, please do so. If you are considering the purchase a new Bible, you are advised to wait until after the class.
Bible 101 | Facilitator: Rev. Chris Yost
5-6:30 PM | Room 109, Building B | Childcare available
Bible 101 is a basic orientation to the Bible.
Topics include: What is the Bible? Where did it come from?
How do I navigate the Bible? How do we use the Bible to grow closer to God? Which translation of the scriptures may be most helpful for you?
No materials needed. Copies of the Bible will be available for participants. If you own a Bible and would like to bring it with you, please do so. If you are considering the purchase a new Bible, you are advised to wait until after the class.
Mondays, January 12–April 27
The Bible in 90 Days by Ted Cooper, Jr.
Facilitator: Sherry Hamm, sherrymh@sbcglobal.net or 972-977-0965
10-11:15 AM | Room 123, Building B | Cost: $10
Sherry Hamm will have books available for participants at the first class.
Are you up for the challenge? Come join Sherry Hamm and read the Bible in 90 days. Participants in the study will spend up to one hour a day reading passages from God’s word. Each week the group will meet for prayer, discussion, inspiration, and preparation for the next week’s reading. How can one’s life not be changed!
The Bible in 90 Days by Ted Cooper, Jr.
Facilitator: Sherry Hamm, sherrymh@sbcglobal.net or 972-977-0965
10-11:15 AM | Room 123, Building B | Cost: $10
Sherry Hamm will have books available for participants at the first class.
Are you up for the challenge? Come join Sherry Hamm and read the Bible in 90 days. Participants in the study will spend up to one hour a day reading passages from God’s word. Each week the group will meet for prayer, discussion, inspiration, and preparation for the next week’s reading. How can one’s life not be changed!
Sundays, January 18–February 22
Ladies of the Lord, Women in the Old Testament, Part Two
Facilitator: Rev. Christina Hildebrand
6 week study | 5:30-7 PM | Connection Center
Paperback available on Amazon $14.00
While we may know the Bible stories of Israel’s military leaders, kings, and prophets, we are often less familiar with the stories of the women who helped to establish a monarchy, defend Israel’s interests, and reflect God’s image in unique ways. Women in the Old Testament, Part Two, explores stories of women of the Bible such as Judith and Esther, whose complexities and gifts broke stereotypes and continue to reveal God to us.
Ladies of the Lord, Women in the Old Testament, Part Two
Facilitator: Rev. Christina Hildebrand
6 week study | 5:30-7 PM | Connection Center
Paperback available on Amazon $14.00
While we may know the Bible stories of Israel’s military leaders, kings, and prophets, we are often less familiar with the stories of the women who helped to establish a monarchy, defend Israel’s interests, and reflect God’s image in unique ways. Women in the Old Testament, Part Two, explores stories of women of the Bible such as Judith and Esther, whose complexities and gifts broke stereotypes and continue to reveal God to us.
Mondays, February 2–March 9
Freeing Jesus: Rediscovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence by Diana Butler Bass
Facilitator: Abbey Weaver
6:30-7:30 PM | Room 123, Building B
Paperback available on Amazon $15.99
How can you still be a Christian?
This is the most common question Diana Butler Bass is asked today. It is a question that many believers ponder as they wrestle with disappointment and disillusionment in their church and its leadership. But while many Christians have left their churches, they cannot leave their faith behind.
In Freeing Jesus, Bass challenges the idea that Jesus can only be understood in static, one-dimensional ways and asks us to instead consider a life where Jesus grows with us and helps us through life’s challenges in several capacities: as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence.
Freeing Jesus is an invitation to leave the religious wars behind and rediscover Jesus in all his many manifestations, to experience Jesus beyond the narrow confines we have built around him. It renews our hope in faith and worship at a time when we need it most.
Freeing Jesus: Rediscovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence by Diana Butler Bass
Facilitator: Abbey Weaver
6:30-7:30 PM | Room 123, Building B
Paperback available on Amazon $15.99
How can you still be a Christian?
This is the most common question Diana Butler Bass is asked today. It is a question that many believers ponder as they wrestle with disappointment and disillusionment in their church and its leadership. But while many Christians have left their churches, they cannot leave their faith behind.
In Freeing Jesus, Bass challenges the idea that Jesus can only be understood in static, one-dimensional ways and asks us to instead consider a life where Jesus grows with us and helps us through life’s challenges in several capacities: as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence.
Freeing Jesus is an invitation to leave the religious wars behind and rediscover Jesus in all his many manifestations, to experience Jesus beyond the narrow confines we have built around him. It renews our hope in faith and worship at a time when we need it most.
Wednesdays, February 11–April 1 (except March 17)
Companions of Christ- Ladies Bible Study
He Speaks to Me: Preparing to Hear From God (20th Anniversary Edition) by Priscilla Shirer
Facilitators: Charlotte Dumford & Carla Adams
10-11:30 AM | Room 123, Building B
Paperback available on Amazon or Lifeway $24.99
In this 7-session updated study, Priscilla invites us to learn through the biblical examples of Samuel, Moses, Joshua, Jesus’s disciples, and many others how to position yourself to hear the voice of God and respond to it. Priscilla will explore six characteristics that help you tune your heart to hear God’s voice: relationship, holiness, attentiveness, single-minded worship, hunger, and a servant’s spirit. God desires to speak to you through His Word and His Holy Spirit. By learning to listen to God's voice and committing to obey Him, you will draw closer to God with a deeper desire to serve Him faithfully.
Companions of Christ- Ladies Bible Study
He Speaks to Me: Preparing to Hear From God (20th Anniversary Edition) by Priscilla Shirer
Facilitators: Charlotte Dumford & Carla Adams
10-11:30 AM | Room 123, Building B
Paperback available on Amazon or Lifeway $24.99
In this 7-session updated study, Priscilla invites us to learn through the biblical examples of Samuel, Moses, Joshua, Jesus’s disciples, and many others how to position yourself to hear the voice of God and respond to it. Priscilla will explore six characteristics that help you tune your heart to hear God’s voice: relationship, holiness, attentiveness, single-minded worship, hunger, and a servant’s spirit. God desires to speak to you through His Word and His Holy Spirit. By learning to listen to God's voice and committing to obey Him, you will draw closer to God with a deeper desire to serve Him faithfully.
Tuesdays, February 24–March 31 (except March 17)
Jesus’ Reference to the Old Testament Scriptures
Facilitator: Rev. Joe Pool
7-8 PM | Room 109, Building B | Childcare Available
Materials needed: Please bring a Bible and notepad. Pre-registration requested but not necessary
Jesus often quoted passages from the Old Testament in public and private settings. Jesus quotes scripture in the temple in Jerusalem, on the shores of the Sea of Galilee, in the synagogues, and even on the cross. Why? How often? Context? What was Jesus trying to communicate? How does it influence our modern day understanding of Jesus? Jesus enhanced his teachings by drawing on the words of the prophets, psalms, and more. A fascinating dive into the source material on which Jesus relied to link himself to the timeless word of God.
Jesus’ Reference to the Old Testament Scriptures
Facilitator: Rev. Joe Pool
7-8 PM | Room 109, Building B | Childcare Available
Materials needed: Please bring a Bible and notepad. Pre-registration requested but not necessary
Jesus often quoted passages from the Old Testament in public and private settings. Jesus quotes scripture in the temple in Jerusalem, on the shores of the Sea of Galilee, in the synagogues, and even on the cross. Why? How often? Context? What was Jesus trying to communicate? How does it influence our modern day understanding of Jesus? Jesus enhanced his teachings by drawing on the words of the prophets, psalms, and more. A fascinating dive into the source material on which Jesus relied to link himself to the timeless word of God.
