Scripture Offerings Fall/Winter 2012                              Benet Hill Campus, Parker Campus &  On-line 

 @BENET HILL CAMPUS                                         Walking with Benedict through Scripture Year Two: Biblical Humility        This journey studies the Scriptures, both the Old and New Testament through the lens of the Benedictine pillar of humility.  This  perspective on humility is different from secular definitions that equate humility with meekness, shyness or lacking in strength. Because humility is misunderstood in these ways,  it can be viewed as unimportant in today's world and dismissed. But true humility calls us to the freedom to live a grace-filled life of truth, just as Jesus did.  Authentic biblical humility strengthens and empowers us as we recognize God is God, and we are not.  Whether you are a Scripture scholar or new to Scripture, we invite you to this time of study and reflection. 

Semester One: September 25 - November 6   Tuesday Mornings, 9:30-11:30   Fee: $125            Note: If this is your first year in this series with us you must sign up for the 2 session Introductory Course below 

Introduction to Scripture and St. Benedict's Rule                                                 If you are new to Walking with Benedict through Scripture or want a brief introduction to our scripture formation programs, sign up to attend these 2-sessions. This will provide the required foundation in Scripture and Benedict's Rule. September 11th & 18th  Tuesday Mornings: 9:00-11:30 am            Fee: $25 

 Online: Biblical Hospitality: Year One                                                               This 16 week study on biblical hospitality is an online option starting  again in January. Our aim is to have you connect online with a small group of people who will be taking the course at the same time as you. Using a blog and dropbox we hope this will enhance your learning experience. This study breaks open the Scriptures using the Benedictine pillar of "Hospitality".  This hospitality has little to do with our cultural definitions that equate hospitality with entertaining. This biblical perspective is grounded in understanding God as initiator- as host- the one who forever calls, welcomes, challenges and abides with us. Biblical Hospitality is not optional; but a radical imperative. Fee: $150. 

Psalms:The Heart of the Old Testament & the Liturgy of the Hours    Experience the Heart of the Old Testament when you join us to discover the fascinating history and faith journey of a people like us, committed to God. Learn how these prayers form the core of the Liturgy of the Hours.                        November 1- December 20 Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:30           Fee: $90         

@PARKER CAMPUS                                                   The Pauline Letters & the Gospel of John                                                         Join us to discover the message of Paul's letters to the Thessalonians, Corinthians, Galatians, Romans, Phillipians & Philemon. Peter Ellis' excellent book "Seven Pauline Letters" will be used which combines historical & theological insights to provide a broad perspective on this unique genre. We are partnering this study with the Gospel of John, whose structure is very different than the other three synoptic gospels. Students will be challenged as they study this gospel's Book of Signs & Book of Glory and highly symbolic language.                                                        Sept 6-Dec 20  Thursday evenings, 6:30-8:30 pm                  Fee: $225        

Walking with Benedict Blog: https://walkingwithbenedict.wordpress.com/   What is a blog? If you're new to this term, I encourage you to give it a try! A blog looks a bit like a website but is more interactive. You can read my scripture reflections, see what others are thinking or join the conversation by commenting. All you need is a computer with internet capability. I post weekly scripture reflections & host book discussions. The blog is also a great resource of links to sites on scripture and Benedictine wisdom. If you choose to "follow" this blog you will receive new posts free via email.       Fee: Free!