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November 2017 Bible Study Series   "Genesis 1-3: The Story of Beginnings"

The Rev. Dr. Brett Cane Tuesdays at St. Stephen's - 7:00 p.m. Wednesdays at St. Mary's - 11:00 a.m. 

A three-week series of studies on Genesis 1-3 The opening three chapters of the book of Genesis (= "Beginnings"), are the most wonderful and comprehensive descriptions of the meaning of life we could possibly find.  It is in these chapters that we will find the right basis and perspective from which to begin all our investigations into the nature of God, the world around us, and ourselves. It is here than we can rediscover the majesty of God and His plan for us and the world, how we have strayed, and how we can be restored. 

Week-by-week summary:  

Nov. 7/8 #1: “The Creation" Genesis 1 gives us a different way of looking at reality from either the pre-scientific or scientific perspective as it helps us address both the "why" and the "how" questions of origins.  It also gives us the truth about God, about the world and about humanity.  Genesis 1 begins with light to see God's grace to us in creation and ends with rest to enjoy it.  

Nov. 14/15 #2: “The Garden" Genesis 2 reveals that truth is often conveyed in different ways.  This truth is about humanity and what it means to be in the image of God.  It involves both dominion and relationship which has implications for our vocation, our sexuality and our relationship with God.  

Nov. 21/22 #3: “The Fall" Genesis 3 gives us the opportunity to examine the interaction between love, free will and obedience.  We will look at the heart of all temptation and sin and discover the tragic results of disobedience in terms of breakdowns in relationships - with God, within ourselves, with others and with nature.  However, in the midst of tragedy, we will see that there is hope.  

No registration required - just turn up - even bring a friend!

 

Graphic courtesy of [1] St. John Bible – Genesis Frontispiece: Creation; Donald Jackson with contributions from Chris Tomlin