Digging Deeper
"Study God and his strength, seek his presence day and night"
--I Chronicles 16:11, The Message
--I Chronicles 16:11, The Message
Online Courses from Boston College
C21 Online: online learning for “spiritual enrichment and faith renewal”, offers non-credit courses in such topics and the birth and death of Jesus, etc.
C21 Online, a program of Boston College School of Theology and Ministry, offers non-credit online courses for adult spiritual enrichment and faith formation. With a focus on shared reflection in an online learning community, C21 Online models the kind of conversation and participation that lead to deeper understanding of and personal growth in faith. |
Jesus Foretold & Fulfilled-Nov 20-Dec 17
Explore the Scriptures of Advent and Christmas for a richer celebration of these seasons. In this workshop you will break open the Church’s readings for Advent, with emphasis on the dynamic of promise and fulfillment between the Old and New Testament readings as they are organized in the Lectionary. Then, take a closer look at the infancy narratives. In addition, there will be recommendations for personal prayer practices in preparation for Christmas. No prior experience in Scripture study is necessary. |
The Text This WeekA site for Lectionary, Scripture Study, Worship Links, and Resources. The resources include links to Art, Music, Sermons, Scripture studies and worship helps to help one go deeper when engaging Lectionary Scriptures.
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Revised Common LectionaryA service of Vanderbilt Divinity Library--another source for Lectionary Scriptures and Art and Prayer Links
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Spirituality and PracticeThis multifaith and interspiritual website, founded by Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat , is devoted to resources for spiritual journeys. The site's name reflects a basic understanding: spirituality and practice are the two places where all the world's religions and spiritual paths come together. While respecting the differences among traditions, we celebrate what they share in common.
CHECK OUT THEIR E-COURSES ON A VARIETY OF TOPICS |
Benedictine SpiritualityIt may seem odd that some of the best guidelines for achieving balance in our world today, where "stress" has become the norm, come from a Sixth century Italian monk who at one point chose to live by himself in a cave. Yet through the centuries, millions have found the teachings of St. Benedict of Nursia and his Rule for monastic life key to their own spiritual wholeness.
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Darkwood BrewLed by Rev. Eric Elnes, Ph.D., Darkwood Brew is a groundbreaking interactive web
television program and spiritual gathering that explores progressive/emerging Christian faith and values. Featuring world-class jazz musicians, live interviews with international guests, and a variety of interactive media that allow you to participate in real-time, Darkwood Brew is webcast weekly on Sundays at 6pm Eastern, 5pm Central. CHECK OUT PAST AND CURRENT EPISODES |
Spiritual GiftsSpiritual gifts are not our talents or skills. They are the grace of God at work within us, empowering us to match our deep passions with the world’s deep need. The gifts are given to individuals, but they are given to build and strengthen community and to meet the needs of those around us.
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Every child of God is filled with the power of the Holy Spirit, specially gifted to play a unique and valued role in the body of Christ. No one is without gift or purpose.
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BOOKS YOU MAY WANT TO READ--
"What's the Least I can believe and still be a Christian?"-A Guide to What Matters Most by Martin Thielen
Living the Questions: The Wisdom of Progressive Christianity by David M. Felten and Jeff Procter-Murphy
A New Kind of Christianity-10 Questions that are Transforming Faith by Brian D. McLaren
Simply Christian: Why Christianity Makes Sense by N. T. Wright
"What's the Least I can believe and still be a Christian?"-A Guide to What Matters Most by Martin Thielen
Living the Questions: The Wisdom of Progressive Christianity by David M. Felten and Jeff Procter-Murphy
A New Kind of Christianity-10 Questions that are Transforming Faith by Brian D. McLaren
Simply Christian: Why Christianity Makes Sense by N. T. Wright