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Restore
What is the story so far? A promise. Learned obedience. Centered in relationship. Interpreting and practicing the faith As we conclude our time in Holy Scripture, we arrive at an ending – one that is as improbable as it is confounding. The apocalypse. Week Five: Restore Watch the video In the first part, we reflected on…
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Human Nature, Part 2
What does it mean to be human? In part 1, we explored the idea we call “original sin,” with a particular interest in its limitations. Now let’s explore what a broader view of human nature looks like. Questions What are some of the one-sided assumptions people make about human nature? Which ones do you tell…
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Human Nature + Original Sin
Big conversations about life–matters of racism, bigotry, hatred in particular–are driven by the question of humanity’s propensity for evil. We want to dive into what it means to be people of faith in light of what appears to be deep-rooted parts of human nature. One classic answer to this is a doctrine of original sin.…
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The Trinity
The doctrine of the Trinity may be the most recognizable signifier of the Christian faith. But what does it mean? And more importantly, what does that fact actually tell the world about us? God is Three. God is one. Trying to square that cir–er, um, triangle is both a perilous and frustrating task. So why…
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What is Pentecost?
Pentecost is one of the oldest feasts of the church. It has something to do with the Holy Spirit. And liturgical churches switch everything over to red. But what is it about? And what happens if we pay attention to what it means for us now? Questions: What is your experience of the Holy Spirit?…
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Ascension
Prayer God of Hope, be with me, with us today. Inspire us, encourage us, stir us up that we might know you better. That we might love you better. That we might see you, among these friends, today. Amen. Introduction The format is simple. Some teaching, some talking, some summarizing, some homework. Questions: Can we…
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Communion
Prayer God of Hope, be with me, with us today. Inspire us, encourage us, stir us up that we might know you better. That we might love you better. That we might see you, among these friends, today. Amen. Introduction The format is simple. Some teaching, some talking, some summarizing, some homework. Questions: What does…