Upcoming Class Offerings
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Abraham...The Father of Three Religions
The stories of Abraham have roots in Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Abraham is historically famous and fun to read. He and his family teach us a great deal about what it is like to be a human being in this world. There is never a dull moment in these stories. This is a survey class which will look at the entire span of Abraham's life and his Genesis descendants. If you are intrigued by these stories, there will be more opportunities to study more details in classes beginning in 2018. This series will study Abraham from the Hebrew Scripture viewpoint and peak slightly into how Abraham is mentioned in the Christian New Testament.
A three-part class.
Offered as an evening class. If you wish for a different day of the week or time, please send me a message. There may be enough interest for more than one offering!
Date: Mondays 7:00-9:00 PM
April 2, 9 and 16 2018
3 credits
(earning credits will earn you discounts on future offerings)
Email Michele at PrairieSpiritSouthDakota@gmail.com to inquire about scholarships
Upcoming Offerings for Download
Coming soon. Michele is working on a recorded version of the following offerings. Each class will be recorded so that participants may view at a convenient time and setting. Watch for more details!
Class 101: UUBiblestudy Introduction
Introduction to the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures (free class)
Learn about the basic framework of the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures.
How will knowledge of the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures help you in your professional and lay leadership work?
Discover more about the online bible classes offered through this program.
A 60-minute introduction to the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures with an overview of upcoming study options. Each class listed below is the same - choose the time that is best for you.
This program is FREE! I look forward to meeting you.
Sign up is required for attendance.
Each class requires a minimum of 4 participants and a maximum of 15.
Stay tune for a downloadable version coming March 2018!
If you are interested and none of these times work for you, let Michele Grove know. There are more on the way.
You can sign up to receive emails and updates at the bottom of this page.
OR you can email Michele Grove at prairiespiritsouthdakota@gmail.com
1 credit
(earning credits will earn you discounts on future offerings)
Class 202: Genesis: In A Beginning
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If you are interested in an introduction to the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures, why not start at the beginning? This one session class will examine the two creation stories found in Genesis One and Genesis Two.
Participants will get a feel to the rhythm and syntax of the Hebrew scripture.
Each story will open your eyes to a few of the good questions to ask when studying scripture. We will look at the similarities and differences in the stories and discuss their importance for the audience in which they were each written. This will lead us to reflect a bit more deeply on their value for today's reader.
There will be time for you to reflect on your own perspective of these stories. Each of us brings a bit of ourselves to its reading and it rewarding to see how our own life situation enriches the reading of story.
This is a one session (2-hour) online class. There are several times offered so that it may fit your schedule. Each class listed below is the same - choose the time that is best for you. A minimum of 4 participants are needed to make the class happen.
Dates:
(feel free to eat your lunch while attending this class)
Stay tune for a downloadable version coming late March 2018!
If you are interested in this class and find these dates unacceptable, then gather some friends and email Michele. She will offer this class again for a 4 or more people.
Cost $50.00 a class
Email Michele at PrairieSpiritSouthDakota@gmail.com to inquire about scholarships
2 credits
(earning credits will earn you discounts on future offerings)
If you are interested in an introduction to the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures, why not start at the beginning? This one session class will examine the two creation stories found in Genesis One and Genesis Two.
Participants will get a feel to the rhythm and syntax of the Hebrew scripture.
Each story will open your eyes to a few of the good questions to ask when studying scripture. We will look at the similarities and differences in the stories and discuss their importance for the audience in which they were each written. This will lead us to reflect a bit more deeply on their value for today's reader.
There will be time for you to reflect on your own perspective of these stories. Each of us brings a bit of ourselves to its reading and it rewarding to see how our own life situation enriches the reading of story.
This is a one session (2-hour) online class. There are several times offered so that it may fit your schedule. Each class listed below is the same - choose the time that is best for you. A minimum of 4 participants are needed to make the class happen.
Dates:
(feel free to eat your lunch while attending this class)
Stay tune for a downloadable version coming late March 2018!
If you are interested in this class and find these dates unacceptable, then gather some friends and email Michele. She will offer this class again for a 4 or more people.
Cost $50.00 a class
Email Michele at PrairieSpiritSouthDakota@gmail.com to inquire about scholarships
2 credits
(earning credits will earn you discounts on future offerings)
Class 203: Matthew, Mark, Luke and John
There are four gospels in the New Testament Christian Scriptures and each of them offers a different perspective on the life and ministry of Jesus. Each one was composed at a different time and for a different audience. This 4-part class will look at each gospel with a specific look at each one's unique gift to the story of Jesus. There will also be some study of gospels that were not included in the New Testament Canon.
This class will be offered just in time for Easter 2018 which falls on April 1st.
Dates: TBA
Cost $100.00
Email Michele at PrairieSpiritSouthDakota@gmail.com to inquire about scholarships
4 credits
(earning credits will earn you discounts on future offerings)
Description of UUBiblestudy Classes
I find the computer platform a creative place for learning! Even though each class varies in length and structure, there are some things that will be consistent with every program.
- Reading the bible can be a new experience. The rhythm of words and phrases is different than the American English. Michele is experimenting with something new! She will record herself or someone else reading or telling the story as a way to engage those in this class. Sometimes it is difficult to read a story but it comes to life when it is read or told to you. Elements of this storytelling will be a part of each offered class.
- Each class will have at least one video conference where participants can get to know the facilitator, Michele Grove. It will also be a time to get to know others in the class, introduce the materiel and understand how the rest of the class will evolve.
- There will be no required homework. However, readings from the scripture along with outside support reading will be available for your pleasure.
- Each class will have room for discussion through a chat board or in person. Participation is not required but it is available. Questions and wisdom from participants makes this a richer experience for everyone.
- This program is set up so that you can learn at your own pace. You set your own goals and take from the class what you need.
- Each class is given a credit value. This does not translate to other forms of education but is used for marking your own progress. As you start to gain credits, you will also gain discounts on future classes!