ADULT FORUM. On almost every Sunday morning from September through early June there is an educational forum from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Topics often include social justice issues. During the 2008-09 cycle, other offerings have included reflections on spiritual practices, grief work, creation spirituality, and family-oriented intergenerational events.
Adult Forum:
January
10 Biblical Justice
Gina Botel will start our year off, with a discussion using “The Little Book of "Biblical Justice.”
17 Restorative Justice
The theme of justice continues with the topic of justice on earth.
24 Health Care
We’ll reconvene our panel of health Round 2 care experts to find out the latest in this important area.
31 Turkey Talk
Hear about the Grosvenor’s recent trip to this exotic country.
February
7 & 14 Homosexuality & the Bible
Using a book by Walter Wink, Pastor Brian and Pastor Solveig Nilsen-Goodin will lead group discussions.
21 Walk in the Wild
Enjoy stunning wildlife photography and hear what people are doing for the health of our planet.
28 Bishop David Brauer-Rieke
..will share some of his pithy poems for our critical thinking.
March
7 Understanding Ignatian Spirituality
A time of sharing how this discipline can shape one’s prayer life will be lead by Patty Pandzik.
14 Prelude to Prayer
Pastor Brian will share his practice of silent meditation as preparation for deep prayer.
21 Holy Communion
We’ll explore the sacrament of Holy Communion with help from Pastor Brian.
28 The Green Triangle Discover simple ways to improve yourself and the earth!
Wednesday Evenings in March:
Resurrection and The Farthest Shore. Ursula K. LeGuin's classic novel The Farthest Shore presents an incisive critique of the Christian doctrine of the Resurrection of the Dead. We'll follow the adventures of the wizard Ged as he searches for the cause of his world's unraveling. He finds it in the human fear of death and hankering for eternal life. If Ged is right, what does that mean for Christian hope? March 3, 10, 17, 24. 7:30-8:45 p.m.
April
4 Easter Breakfast
Enjoy an intergenerational Easter Breakfast with our church family before worship.
11, 18,& 25 Middle East Updates
Using a book and articles, the discussion will center on
understanding the Middle East people, history and culture.
May
2 Mother Earth Day
Come celebrate Mother Earth Day with us!
9 Bread for the World Sunday
Become aware of updates on world hunger efforts and take
part in a letter-writing campaign.
16 Jubilee Sunday
New developments in debt relief for developing countries will be available to us at this forum..
23 Our school in The Holy Land
Learn how our olive oil purchases have benefited a school in Palestine.
30 No forum - Memorial Day Weekend
June
6 Marriage For All
Explore with us the question of marriage
for all in a committed relationship.
HAVE A WONDERFUL SUMMER! See you for more Adult Christian Education in the fall.
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CHRISTIANITY 101.
Pastor Brian sometimes offers this course in basic Christian teachings and practices on Sunday afternoons February-May. It includes a spiritual check-in; prayer; a talk by Pastor Brian about some topic related to Bible, theology, or Christian practice; and a time for in-depth discussion. Ask Pastor Brian if you want to do this course.
BIBLE STUDIES.
Contact Pastor Brian for more information about Bible Study Groups.