Bible Study

Join our tradition of nurturing and nourishing faith.

Our study of the Bible is an opportunity to read and ask questions about Scripture, tradition, faith and what each means in the world today.

  • Thursday Mornings Online

     

    The World of Biblical Israel

     

    11 AM – 12 PM

     

    Join via Zoom

     

    Meeting ID: 820 2308 7932

    Passcode: 785905

     

    Or join by phone: 301-715-8592


    Join Pastor Kate as we study the history and people of ancient Israel, based on a course by Professor Cynthia R. Chapman of Oberlin College


    We all have associations with the word “Israel”—a modern-day nation in the Middle East that makes up part of the biblical Holy Land. But how did ancient Israel emerge? Who were the Israelites and where did they come from? What was it like to live in biblical Israel? We'll also consider how the very meaning of the word “Israel” evolved throughout the Hebrew Bible and has changed through history.


    Questions? Contact Pastor Kate

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    Thursday Evenings in Person

     

    Exploring the Book of Isaiah

     

    7:30 – 8:30 PM

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    At GSLC in the main floor lounge (across from the worship space)


    There are so many ways to explore the book of Isaiah. We'll use a biblical scholarship lens—and others as wellcome join in!


    Did you know that the New Testament quotes Isaiah more than any other book in the Old Testament?


    In this study of the book of Isaiah, we’ll cover the spiritual resources provided by the book as well as art inspired by Isaiah. It also has amazing imagery, including of the land and natural world near Jerusalem and the region that reads like modern poetry.


    Questions? Contact Vicar Amy

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  • Listen to the Bible

     

    Did you know you can listen to the Bible much like you do a podcast? Biblegateway.com offers audio for the New International Version (NIV) translation. 


    Listen to Isaiah

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About Bible Study

Ages: Adults (Youth Bible study happens in the context of Sunday School and Confirmation classes.)


Typical schedule: Multi-week sessions several times each year:

Thursdays, 11 AM - Noon


We hold Bible studies throughout the year, typically in small group format with five to eight people, usually alternating study between an Old Testament and New Testament book. Pastor Kate leads the classes, which are informal in nature with time for checking in with each other, reading and discussion. Often there is a brief video to accompany the study.


Recent studies have included:

All are welcome to join in at any time and it's okay if you can’t attend every class, need to leave early or arrive late. Nonmembers are welcome!


Questions? Contact Pastor Kate