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BIBLICAL INSIGHT
Wednesday nights from 7:00 to 8:00 in the Gathering Space at First Presbyterian – Scholars of the Bible present a topic of both historical significance and relate it to life’s challenges. Discussion will include relevance to our lives today.
September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 2006
Ecclesiastes – Led by Dick Osing, Episcopal Priest and Associate Scholar in the Jesus Seminar
Is life meaningful or not? Cynicism and pessimism about human existence is explored by the writers of this Old Testament book. Biblical scholar Dick Osing shows us the book’s connection with the time of King Solomon, Greek thinking in the 3rd century BC, and its important message for every age.
October 11, 18, 25, November 1
King David – Led by Ted Miller, Union Theological Seminary, Senior Pastor at First Presbyterian Church
Miller will address how the historical record of a truly human hero and anticipated return of the idealized king sustained the people of Israel in time of turmoil and exile, allowing them to live in hope.
January 10, 17, 24, 28, 2007
Parables of Jesus – Led by Ted Miller
Stories of human relationships which Jesus used to illustrate his vision of the Kingdom of God, with often bothersome conclusions, the parables will be examined as being at the heart of the Christian Faith. Biblical and extra-biblical gospels will be resource.
February 28, and March 7, 14
John the Baptist – Chris Seeman,
Coe Religion Professor
Seeman asks: If gospels are about Jesus, why are they so preoccupied with John the Baptist? What was at stake in the evangelists’ efforts to answer, “Who was John?” What relevance does John have for understanding Jesus?
March 21, 28 and April 4
Ted Miller, Pastor of FPC
Miller
will present a three part series which looks at the parables - the Gospel stories which were at the heart of all of Jesus' preaching.
Questions:
Please call 364-6148
First Presbyterian
Church of Cedar Rapids
310 Fifth Street SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Phone: 319-364-6148
E-mail: info@fpccr.org
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