Sunday Adult Forums Adult Study sessions are held on Sunday mornings from September to May. Guest teachers and pastors provide a wide range of subject matter: Bible studies, topical presentations, social issues, magazine and book reviews, and video materials offer a basis for great dialogue. These studies are held in the Heritage Room. Our next sessions will start in the fall of 2010. All adults are welcome to attend.
Other Opportunities for Study There are a variety of opportunities throughout each month for adults to engage in studies which shape faith and be equipped to live as a disciple of Jesus in our daily life:
At 10 a.m. on the 2nd Friday each month, Pastor Norm Freund takes a Bible Study into the Fremont community. Currently the focus is the gospel of John, one chapter each month. John introduces us to Jesus as the Son of God, and contains the familiar texts to many: 3:16, 14:1-7 (which is often read at funerals), and chapter 17 (Jesus’ prayer for the world and his disciples). 10 to 15 people from several denominations gather next to the Fireside Room at Nye Court, and they always welcome new participants! Women’s Small Group Bible Studies This fall you are welcome dig deeper into the writings of Paul with many Women of the ELCA. Our focus this year is To God’s Beloved: Paul’s Letter to the Romans. Each month in the publication Lutheran Women Today, or online at www.elca.org, materials have been prepared for small groups to consider the scriptures together. This year’s theme has been prepared by Dr. Sarah Henrich, Associate Professor of New Testament at Luther Seminary in St. Paul. Monthly themes include: The Obedience of Faith, Romans 4:16a; Hope Does Not Disappoint, Romans 6:11; Moved to a New Address, Romans 6:13b. Added to Dr. Henrich’s insights in this small group study are insights gleaned from the lives of the sisters in faith with whom you will gather. Please find a time to drop in and try out a Women’s Small Group Bible Study in the Heritage Room on either the 2nd Wednesday 9:30 a.m., the 2nd Thursday 9:00 a.m., or the 2nd Thursday 7:00 p.m. Also, see women's ministry opportunities Men’s Small Group Bible Study Utilizing the theme Covenant Communities, these men will study texts from the books of Joshua, Judges, Ezra, Nehemiah, Mark, I Peter and II Peter. You can drop in and join Pastor Charlie for this study whenever you can make it fit, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday mornings at 8:15 a.m. Also, see men's ministry opportunities
Friday Bible Study - Open to men and women. This group is studying First and Second Peter. All are welcome. First Peter was highly esteemed by Martin Luther, who included it with the Fourth Gospel and the Epistle to the Romans as the foremost witnesses in the New Testament to the gospel which God had brought through Christ. Luther resonated with the triumphant conviction of faith which permeates it and challenges it readers to be in, but not of the world, and to endure unjust suffering in faith, hope, and love. In Second Peter, “the Day of the Lord” is heralded by the character of “the power and presence of Jesus Christ” (1:16). “You will do well to be attentive to this as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts” (1:19b). Come and explore these power packed 8 chapters of scripture in this study led by Janice Hansen.
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