Please help us spread the word about the following Adult Faith Formation opportunities that are available to everyone! Those who are interested are asked to call the Synod Office to register.
Being Church vs. Going to Church
Saturday, January 28 9-3:30 Synod Office ($30)
What is God’s vision for the church today? The world around us has changed so much! Our congregations look very different now than they did just a decade ago, so what does it mean for us to be the church in this time and place? Come explore the possibilities!
Lutheran Confessions
Saturdays, February 4, 11, 25 9-3:30 Synod Office ($90)
The Book of Concord is the basis for this study, including the Augsburg Confession, the Apology of the Augsburg Confession, the Smalcald Articles, the Formula of Concord, and review of the Small and Large Catechisms. Its various writers are discussed.
An Introduction to the Qur’an
Saturday, March 3 9-3:30 Grace, State College ($30)
While slightly shorter than the New Testament, the Qur’an is prophetic literature that can be difficult to understand without a guide, so together we will learn about the Qur’an’s history, content and its application in Muslim life. We will also discuss significant passages comparing them with passages from the Bible - Penn State professor Jonathan Brockopp will be our teacher.
Old Testament
Saturdays, March 10, 24, 31 9-3:30 Synod Office ($90)
Study the Law, the Prophets, and the Writings…explore the rich history, culture, and beliefs of the Jewish people. Favorite writings, including the stories of creation, the exodus, the divided kingdom, and the psalms, as well as the lives of Moses, Abraham and Sarah, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, David, prophets, kings, and many others are discussed. The origins and authors of the books are considered.