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As we look toward 2024, we have two classes on timely topics for the church, Inclusive Language for God and Encountering Judaism.
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Upcoming Classes:
The Psalms for Justice-Seekers and Peacemakers
The Psalms for Justice-Seekers and Peacemakers With Clint McCann, Facilitator Thursdays, April 18 & 25, May 2 & 9, 2024 6:30pm – 8:00pm CST via ZOOM The Psalms for Justice-Seekers and Peacemakers Registration: $55 REGISTER The Book Of Psalms Has For Centuries Been A Source Of Comfort, Consolation, And Encouragement For Jews And Christians. It
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The Psalms for Justice-Seekers and Peacemakers
The Psalms for Justice-Seekers and Peacemakers With Clint McCann, Facilitator Thursdays, April 18 & 25, May 2 & 9, 2024 6:30pm – 8:00pm CST via ZOOM The Psalms for Justice-Seekers and Peacemakers Registration: $55 REGISTER The Book Of Psalms Has For Centuries Been A Source Of Comfort, Consolation, And Encouragement For Jews And Christians. It
Encountering Judaism
Encountering Judaism With Maharat Rori Picker Neiss Thursdays 2/1, 2/8, 2/22, 2/29 6:30pm – 8:00pm CST Encountering Judaism Registration: $50 REGISTER NOW At a time when the world is witnessing a shocking rise an anti-Jewish hatred and an increase in polarization, it is more important than ever before for our Christian communities to reach out
The Gospel According to St. Mark
The Gospel According to st. mark With Dr. Tyler Atkinson Previously Recorded Zoom Class (Original air dates: November 1, 8, and 15, 2023 from 9:30am – 11:30am) The Gospel According to St. Mark Registration: $45 REGISTER NOW TO VIEW This three-week class on the Gospel according to St. Mark examined the major themes in the
New Research on Mary Magdalene
New Research on Mary Magdalene Dr. Elizabeth Schrader Polczer, Ph.D, Assistant Professor in New Testament at Villanova University New Research on Mary MagdaleneBy Dr Elizabeth Schrader Polczer, Ph.D, Assistant Professor in New Testament at Villanova University Registration: $25 REGISTER NOW Mary Magdalene has long been a misunderstood and controversial character in the New Testament and
Lament and Sustenance Registration
Lament and Sustenance in the COVID-19 Wilderness series REGISTER NOW The video series we present here for use by individuals or study groups is of timeless value. It was originally titled Lament and Sustenance in the COVID-19 Wilderness and offered in June 2020.While there will be some references to this disastrous pandemic, the teaching provided
Previous Classes:
Diversity and The Doctrine of Discovery
Join the Eastern Missouri Conference and the Lutheran School of Theology for a day of education on Diversity and The Doctrine of Discovery Individual Registration: $30 REGISTER NOW Group Registration (4): $100 REGISTER NOW Saturday, April 22, 2023 9AM – 3 PM, Lunch included Registration: $30 per individual or $100 for a group of 4
Walking in the Company of the Baptized: Series A Gospels for Lent 2023
Walking in the Company of the Baptized: Series A Gospels for Lent 2023 By Dr. Fred Niedner, Senior Research Professor, Valparaiso University’s Institute of Liturgical Studies Monday’s: 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27 10:00am – 11:00am CST Walking in the Company of the Baptized: Series A Gospels for Lent 2023: Instructor: Dr. Fred Niedner, Senior
New Research on Mary Magdalene
New Research on Mary Magdalene By Elizabeth Schrader Polczer, Ph.D candidate at Duke University Fridays: 2/3 & 2/17 9:30am – 11:30am CST New Research on Mary MagdaleneBy Elizabeth Schrader Polczer, Ph.D candidate at Duke University Mary Magdalene has long been a misunderstood and controversial character in the New Testament and the church. Often dismissed as
Themes in the Gospel of Matthew
Themes in the Gospel of Matthew With Dr. Troy TroftgrubenWartburg Theological Seminary The class will be taught via Zoom on three select Thursday mornings: 9/22, 9/29, 10/6 9:00am – 11:00am CST Themes in the Gospel of Matthew With Dr. Troy Troftgruben, Wartburg Theological Seminary Registration fee: $45 This November sees the start of Year A
When Theologies Fail (and Worlds Fall Apart)
When Theologies Fail (and Worlds Fall Apart) with Dr. Fred Niedner Thursdays: 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10 7:00pm – 9:00pm CST When Theologies Fail (and Worlds Fall Apart) with Dr. Fred Niedner Fall 2022 Registration fee: $75 PMA Education Registration fee: $150. Rev. Dr. Niedner taught biblical studies in Valparaiso University’s Department of Theology for
Preaching Course
Preaching Course With: Rev. Kristen Koch Saturdays: 9/10, 9/17, 10/1, 10/15, 10/29, 11/19 9:00am – 12:00pm CST Preaching Course We are delighted that the instructor for the course will be the Rev. Kristen Koch. Class Audit: $75 For Credit Students: $150 Biography:Pastor Kristen has 19 years of experience in ordained ministry, preceded by a nine-month
Previous Classes 2020:
Lutheran Confessions – Dr. Robert Kolb
Christian Decision-Making in the Digital Age – Rev. Amy Zeittlow
Wrestling with the Old Testament Texts (Ordinary Time) –Dr. Kathryn Schifferdecker
Lament and Sustenance in the COVID-19 Wilderness –Dr. Fred Niedner
Church History: The Story of Christianity –Dr. Chris Repp (co-sponsored w/Central
Southern Illinois Synod)
Themes in the Gospel of Mark – Dr. Mark Allen Powell