* Disciple I - Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study

This is an exciting and transformational survey of the entire Bible, and is prerequisite to other Disciple studies. Participants read approximately 70% of the Bible during the 34 weeks. The hoped-for results of this study are to develop biblically nourished persons committed to live as faithful disciples.
 

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  Gaston Warner
  34 weeks
  Monday evenings, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
 Chapel Basement Conference Room
  Sept 21, 2009

* Disciple III - Remember Who You Are

We are a community of memory. Participants in this thirty-two-week study will read the major and minor Old Testament prophets, with the exception of Daniel, and will read the thirteen letters traditionally attributed to Paul. To establish the historical context in which the prophets spoke for God, daily reading assignments also draw on the books of Deuteronomy through Chronicles.

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 Jodi Porter
  32 weeks
 Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
  Wisner's House, 2003 Chapel Hill Rd, Durham
 Tuesday, September 22, 2009

* Jesus in the Gospels - Disciple Study

Jesus in the Gospels is an illuminating and challenging Bible study that focuses on the portraits of Jesus found in the four Gospels - Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. this study looks at teh way each Gospel writer presents events and teachings, and also at the picture of Jesus that emerges in each of the Gospels.

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 Diana Abernethy
  32 weeks
 Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
  Wesley House, Buchanan Street
 Thursday, September 24, 2009

Companions in Christ Spiritual Formation Groups

Companions in Christ groups invite participants to develop daily patterns that open their lives to a deepening relationship with God and with one another. The following two Companions in Christ studies will be offered this year.
 

* The Way of Discernment (Fall)

This study leads participants to live a forgiven and forgiving life in response to Christ’s call. They will explore the movement from guilt, shame, and anger to forgiveness and reconciliation. Jesus’ teachings from the Sermon on the Mount provide the larger context for this exploration. Participants will prepare a weekly reading and daily exercises prior to each week’s small group meeting as they commit to essential practices of the Christian faith.

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  Rev. Nancy Ferree-Clark
  8 weeks
  Tuesdays, 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
  Episcopal Student Ctr, 505 Alexander St.
  September 22, 2009 - December 1, 2009

* The Way of Forgiveness (Spring)

This study leads participants to live a forgiven and forgiving life in response to Christ’s call. They will explore the movement from guilt, shame, and anger to forgiveness and reconciliation. Jesus’ teachings from the Sermon on the Mount provide the larger context for this exploration. Participants will prepare a weekly reading and daily exercises prior to each week’s small group meeting as they commit to essential practices of the Christian faith.
 

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  Rev. Nancy Ferree-Clark
  8 weeks
  Tuesdays, 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
  Episcopal Student Ctr, 505 Alexander St.
 TBA
 

Book Discussion Groups

A number of book discussion groups will take place over the year, including the following. Look for updates and announcements in the Sunday morning Chapel bulletin and the monthly Congregation newsletter.
 

* Practicing Our Faith (Fall)

What are the everyday practices that help us deepen our relationship with God? How have our practices been shaped in the context of our faith? How do we practice our faith amidst the many demands of our work, families, and numerous commitments? This class will focus on Dorothy Bass’s book “Practicing Our Faith.” Together we will read about and discuss topics such as hospitality, saying Yes and saying No, Sabbath keeping, forgiveness, discernment, and healing.

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  Gretchen Ziegenhals
  8 weeks
  Sundays, 9:45-10:45 a.m.
  Westbrook 0011 (sub-basement)
 September 20, 2009

* The Irresistible Revolution: Living as an Ordinary Radical (Fall)

In this book discussion group, author Shane Claiborne will inspire, challenge, and prod us to find new ways to live authentic Christian lives rooted in Christ’s love. Join Rev. Puckett on this adventure of exploring the “ordinary,” “radical” life of Christ’s followers.
 

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  Rev. Bruce Puckett
  8 weeks
  Mondays, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
  Chapel Basement in the Kitchen
  September 21, 2009 - December 21, 2009

Monthly Lectionary Group

This group meets on a monthly basis to discuss the lectionary texts for the upcoming month and to seek insight into God's word for daily living. Meetings will be held in members' homes.
 

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 Rev. Bruce Puckett
  Once a month during the academic year
  Fridays at 10:00 a.m.
 Members' Homes
 September 4, 2009

Adult Forum

All adults are invited to these free lectures and discussions. Click the link above for the schedule of speakers.
 

Sunday Morning Lectionary Group

This group meets weekly to study and discuss the current week's lectionary texts.

 

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 Mark Gass
 Sundays, 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
 Gray Bldg (Divinity) Room 110
 September 20, 2009

Retreats

The Congregation sponsors two annual retreats.

The Winter Retreat is organized under the auspices of the Adult Forum.

The Congregation Overnight Retreat will take place at the Caraway Conference Center on May 22-23, 2010. Watch for announcements in January, 2010.