 Adult Christian Formation Opportunities, Fall 2001 Seeing the Face of God through a Different Set of Eyes
Adult Forum September 16: The Rev. Dr. Albert Scariato, a favorite presenter at Grace, begins our program year with The Many Faces of God in the Bible. Please bring your Bible. September 23 - October 14: Beth Mollard, our seminarian in her last year of study, presents a four-week series on The Face of God as Seen in the Prophets. October 21 & 28: Dr. Melvin Jenkins, a physician, researcher, professor, and Christian, addresses what the Bible and science says regarding our sexuality. November 4: Maude Clarke, a therapist and the Executive Director of the Center on Domestic Abuse, speaks on the face of God in those associated with domestic abuse. November 11: Waafas Ofosu-Amaah, a lawyer who works for the World Bank, addresses gender issues as impacted by poverty throughout the world. November 18 & 25: Duane Bowers, of the William Wendt Center for Loss and Healing, speaks on the The Face of God in the Grieving and Dying. December 2: No forum. (Intergenerational activity: Advent wreath making in the Undercroft) December 9: A psychologist to speak on the stress felt by so many, especially during the Holidays. December 16: A sharing of unique Advent and Christmas preparations by parishioners from different cultural backgrounds. December 23: No forum. December 30: Coffee and Christmas goodie extravaganza! People of different cultures are invited to share their special holiday treats--we'll supply some fine coffee and tea! Note: There is some cost involved in the retreats; however, scholarship money is available!
Prayer Group Prayer practiced in small groups can renew one's life! This fall we will practice different prayer styles, concluding with some silence. All are welcome--be a blessing and join us!
Advent Storytelling Beginning with Jochebed (mother of Miriam, Aaron, and Moses), Hannah (mother of Samuel), and other moms and finishing with the birth narrative of Jesus the Christ in Luke 1 and 2, our storytellers invite us to see the stories of mothers of the Bible through a different lens. Participation in all three weeks is not required but encouraged. Come join the fun! |