bible studies / groups
Wednesday Church Night
Resumes January 10
at both campuses
MTKA
Wednesdays January 10, 17* & 24
6:00 pm Wednesday night supper
6:30 pm Hymn Sing in Fellowship Hall
6:45-7:30 pm Pastor Meta leads a
study about the texts that inform our
Sunday liturgy, verses we don't realize
we've memorized. How do these texts
guide us through worship, inform our
theology and get written on our heart?
*Family Night is January 17 – Dinner
includes intergenerational Bingo with
prizes!
Wednesdays Jan. 31 & Feb. 7
Katie Holter, PsyD from Minneton ka
Counseling will join us to talk about
healthy relationships and to share a bit
about how her work in therapy and her
Christian faith intersect.
MPLS
Dinner 5:30-6:30 pm
On January 10 Confirmation and
Choirs resume and Dr. Karoline Lewis
presents on "John's Story of Jesus" (see
next column).
The Genius of Jesus
Wednesdays January 17, 24, 31
and February 7, 6:30 pm (MPLS)
Come on Wednesday evenings for Bible
Study with Pastor Kris TM. Preview
the coming Sunday's reading through
music, art and conversation. Learn
about its context, and then imagine
how it speaks to us today.
John’s Story of Jesus
Intro to the Fourth Gospel
by Dr. Karoline Lewis
Wednesday, January 10, 6:30 pm (MPLS)
The Gospel of John has a unique slant on the story of
Jesus. It begins with a hymn of praise to the Word of
God made flesh, and then tells stories to demonstrate
that in Jesus’ words and actions, God is made known to
us. It concludes by saying the stories were told so that
we might believe that Jesus is God’s messiah and through believing have life in
his name.
From January through Easter, we will be reading the Book of John in worship.
We have invited Dr. Karoline Lewis from Luther Seminary to present a one-hour
overview of the Gospel to help us see its over-arching themes. Participants will
gain a deeper appreciation of John’s distinctive interpretation of Jesus and how
that influences a life of faith in today’s world.
A passionate and engaging speaking, Dr. Lewis has a special love for the Book
of John. She leads conferences, workshops, and retreats internationally on
the Gospel of John, interpreting the Bible, preaching, leadership, and women
in ministry. She is the author of John: Fortress Biblical Preaching Commentaries,
and SHE: Five Keys to Unlock the Power of Women in Ministry. She is a regular
contributing writer for WorkingPreacher.org and co-host of the site’s weekly
podcast, Sermon Brainwave.
Wednesday Morning Bible Study with Pastor Meta
9:30-10:30 am beginning January 10 (MTKA)
Join this group for a conversation about the scripture text for the upcoming
Sunday in the Minnetonka campus conference room. Meets every Wednesday,
9:30-10:30 am. Pastor Meta facilitates a casual conversation about the theological
themes that speak to our current context as a nation, faith community, and the
individuals gathered. Coffee flows like the mighty Euphrates River and the treats
are like manna in the wilderness of Wednesday. Sometimes we get carried away
on a topic barely related and that’s okay. We end with prayer and are glad for time
well spent together. Join us in the conference room!
What's Not to Love about John?
Thursday Bible Study with Pastor Ben beginning January 4
7:30-8:45 pm (MPLS)
Together we'll read, laugh, ask questions and wonder about the gospel of John.
Register online at bethlehem-church.org or call 612.312.3400.
Listen to the Alter Guild Podcast!
Produced by 4 Pastors in the West Metro (including Bethlehem’s Pastor Meta) to help peers and congregation members
navigate spiritual conversations beyond the pews. Wander with us while God alters our perspectives, our attitudes, and our
faith for a new generation of being the church. Season One of Alter Guild’s Podcast begins Christmas Day and brings a new
episode each day for 12 days. Find out more at www.alterguild.org or facebook.com/alterguild - Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher
today!
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