Hebrews Bible Study February 25, 2009
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HEBREWS BIBLE STUDY: This nine week study of Hebrews is an encouragement for those of us who sometimes feel burned out by our faith and who are struggling to hold unto our relationship with God. Food and community occurs between 9:00 - 9:30 am, with our study concluding by 11 am. Everyone is welcome and newcomers are warmly invited to join us! Childcare is always provided.
Explore the teachings of who Jesus is and why faith in him matters today. The book of Hebrews is unique; its style is distinct from that of other letters in the New Testament. Though we don’t know who wrote Hebrews or exactly whom it was written to, it’s clear that the book was written to believers in Jesus who had become exhausted. They were tired of being Christians, tired of suffering for their faith, and tired of waiting for Jesus to come back. In their burned-out state they were in danger of drifting in their journey with God. So the writer of Hebrews aims to encourage these believers to hold on, in God’s strength, by refocusing on the author and founder of their faith—the Lord Jesus Christ.
This “back to basics” book outlines who Jesus is and why faith in him matters, and it focuses particularly on Jesus as our high priest and our “once for all” sacrifice (Heb. 10:10-12). Hebrews also speaks to us today, reminding us of all that Jesus is and all he has done for us, encouraging us to live faithfully in times when we too may be weary and in spiritual danger.
This study will take a week off for spring break on April 6th. And on March 18th, we will enjoy a special Bible study with our Teacher in Residence Laura Smit.
The Really Bad Girls of the Bible (Bible Study) February 19, 2009
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Book/Bible Study: The Really Bad Girls of the Bible, by Liz Curtis Higgs Please join us for
for a four week book/Bible study as we explore the lives of the following 8 women in the Bible: The Medium of En Dor, Tamar the Widow, Herodias, Athalia, Jael, The Adulteress, Bathsheba, and the Bleeding Woman. Even though they were “bad” in their time, a closer look at their lives reveals God’s truth, shining through the centuries and illuminating the corners of our lives. Liz Curtis Higgs’ blend of contemporary fiction, biblical commentary, and humor helps us all to experience God’s grace anew. Our first meeting will be on Wednesday, April 15th from 9:30 - 11:00 AM. We will discuss two chapters each week, concluding our study on May 6th. For more information and/or to sign-up, please contact Pam Morris (575.0255) or Leslie Hooker (940.0810).
The Psalms, In Honor of Jim Karsen January 29, 2009
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Lead by Rev. Karen Fitz La Barge and Seminarian Drew Meyers
Worship Center II. 11:00 am - Noon
Jim Karsen was a beloved friend and teacher at Central Reformed Church and his Bible Studies were a regular feature of our Adult Education program. Jim was in the midst of his research for a Bible study on the Psalms for the fall of 2008 when he died suddenly. This Bible study will honor Jim’s work and his categories of the Psalms and draw on some of his notes to explore the different ways in which the ancient Hebrews used these words in their songs. Our sessions include:
Week one: Praise Psalms.
Week two: Penitential Psalms.
Week three: Wisdom Psalms.
Week four: King/ Royalty/ Messianic Psalms.
Week five: Imprecatory Psalms.
Week six: Laments.
Week seven: Concepts of God in the Psalms.
Come join us as we utilize the poetry of ancient Israel to grow closer to God!
Reformed Basics January 29, 2009
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Tim Elzinga
Do you know what the Reformed Church in America believes? Do you know what YOU believe? Do you just want to know more? Come to our class on Reformed basics and learn about and discuss some basic theological concepts that you may just agree with!
Contemplative Prayer January 29, 2009
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J. David Muyskens
From 11:00 to Noon in the Parlor
Feb. 22 - This class will be on the fruit of Centering Prayer in everyday life. Practice of Centering Prayer wil be included. Centering Prayer deepens one’s relationship with God discovering God’s presence in daily life with a greater consciousness of God, awareness of the Presence of Christ in the moment, letting go of attachments and openness to the inspiration of the Spirit. We will explore how the attitude cultivated in Centering Prayer reaches all the dimensions of one’s life.
Contemplative Prayer January 29, 2009
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J. David Muyskens in the Parlor 11 am - Noon
Feb. 8 - In the class we will experience the simple guidelines of Centering Prayer and how we reduce obstacles that stand in the way of intimacy with God. It will discuss how we deal with the many thoughts that distract us when we are in silent prayer. We will practice how we give our consent to God’s presence and healing work in us, waiting on God and opening to the gift of contemplation. We will explore how we can be open to an awareness of the indwelling Spirit of Christ.
Contemplative Prayer January 29, 2009
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Rev. J. David Muyskens
11:00 am in the Parlor
On February 1st, we will explore how we pray, and how prayer is expressive of our relationship with God. There will be a brief introduction to the method called “Centering Prayer.” and how it fits with Reformed tradition. Centering Prayer is drawn from the teachings of Jesus and the ancient prayer practices of the Christian contemplative tradition. It is designed for anyone who senses a call to be with God from a deep silence opening one’s mind and heart to God.
Glittering Vices: A New Look at the Seven Deadly Sins January 29, 2009
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Rebecca Konyndyk DeYoung, Associate Prof of Philosophy, Calvin
The seven deadly sins are a distinctively Christian invention dating back to the 4th century. The list–gluttony, lust, wrath, greed, sloth, envy, and pride–originally arose as a rubric for self-examination and spiritual warfare. Is the traditional list still relevant or helpful to us today in thinking about sin? In this talk, we’ll trace the history of the seven deadlies–from Evagrius of Pontus through Thomas Aquinas and the Reformation to the film Se7en–and think about the ways this tradition can still illumine and enrich our own Christian practices of repentance and spiritual formation today.
Vaparaiso University Chorale September 5, 2008
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February 22, 2009 at 4:00 pm – Valparaiso University Chorale under the direction of Dr. Christopher Cock. This premier choral ensemble at VU is among the top Lutheran collegiate choirs in the United States and noted for performing works representing the Lutheran heritage as well as significant contemporary works in original languages and music expressing multi-cultural perspectives.