Adult Education Update
Have you ever wondered what to say to a co-worker who returns to work after a few days absence after the death of a family member? Perhaps a friend seems distant after the death of a loved one. Last Sunday John mentioned my grandmother, and I could immediately see her again -- and I was sad that I could not talk with her. Perhaps someone very special to you has died, recently or some time ago, and you feel off balance.
In the September sessions of adult education, we will consider a definition of grief. Living with grief has been compared to a journey. Together we will look at what the journey entails. Each of us has our own style of coping, and we will reflect on these various styles. The sessions will be interactive, allowing for questions or comment.
Adult education is offered on Sunday mornings from 10:45 to 11:45, concurrently with the catechesis, youth and confirmation programs.
September 14, 21, & 28: Living with Grief and Loss
Karen Newton has many years' experience in grief counseling and bereavement support. We are all touched by loss at various times in our lives. In these three sessions, we will define grief, reflect on our journey through it, and consider styles of coping.
October 5, 11, & 18: How to Choose a President
Dan Taylor is professor of English at Bethel University. On the verge of the presidential election, he will help us to explore some of the qualities we should be looking for in a national leader.
October 25: Rector's Forum
November 2, 9, & 16: Our Karen Neighbors
For the past year we have been blessed by the presence of KaRen refugees from Burma in our midst. Who are the KaRen? What has brought them to the Twin Cities? Come and learn about their history, culture and faith in this three-week series.
December 1, 8, & 15: The Music of the Spheres
Jeff Kidder & Ed Kopietz will lead us in an examination of the philosophy that underlies our worship, with specific reference to what the Bible has to say on this topic.
January 11, 18, & 25: Christianity and Islam
Jason Philbrick was born in Pakistan, spent much of his early life there, and recently worked there for a year with Shelter for Life. In this introduction to Islam he will challenge some commonly held preconceptions and help us towards a better awareness of this often-misunderstood religion.
February 1, 8, & 15: A Christian Approach to Environmentalism
Jack Oughton & Mike Heitz
February 22: Rector's Forum
March 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29; April 19 & 26: Managing our Finances God's Way
The Bible is packed with wise counsel about your financial life. This video-based course from Crown Financial Ministries offers an opportunity to explore it and to put it into practice.
