Sunday Morning Studies

Nov 10 - Feb 23: Faith is the Answer, But What are the Questions? by James Moore - a look at some common questions we grapple with in daily life with the end of goal of building our faith. (15 weeks)

Chronological Walk Through the Bible - Join us as we read the Bible chronologically in class, and have discussions on scriptures original meaning and how it leads us, and affects us in our daily lives. Member lead class with open discussion.

Through Dec: Outlive Your Life by Max Lucado - a study with video that discusses what we can do to leave a faithful legacy. What gifts and skills have we been given by God to help humanity and make the world a better place? Is it providing leadership, teaching, spreading the Word, offering help or funds where needed, supporting missions, or? What is something you are passionate about that by going "all in" you can make a difference?

Next study, beginning in January: Eternity is Now In Session by John Ortberg and Gary Moon - a study with video that answers the question, What does it really mean to be saved? During this five-week study we will explore Jesus' definition of external life and what it really means to be a disciple of Christ.

Through Jan: Going on now: How Jesus Became God - a series of lectures by distinguished scholar of Christianity and New York Times best-selling author, Professor Bart Ehrman. He develops the inquiry with meticulous research and in-depth analysis of texts and reveals that the theological understanding of Jesus as God came about through a complex series of factors and events.

Through Jan 5: The Redemption of Scrooge by Matt Rawle - this Advent/Christmas study is based on Charles Dicken’s “A Christmas Story”, exploring the world of Ebenezer Scrooge with an eye on the Christian Faith. It will continue through January 5.

Through Dec: Unafraid: The Light of the World: A Beginner's Guide to Advent by Amy-Jill Levine – We'll explores the biblical texts surrounding the story of the birth of Jesus. Join Amy-Jill Levine as she traces the Christmas narrative through the stories of Zechariah and Elizabeth, Mary, the journey to Bethlehem, and the visit from the Magi.

Dec 1: Advent Conspiracy - An overview of Bethany's Advent season theme, Advent Conspiracy: Making Christmas Meaningful (Again). Learn how to substitute consumption with compassion by practicing four simple but powerful, countercultural concepts: Worship Fully, Spend Less, Give More & Love All.
Dec 8 - 22: It's Christmas, Charlie Brown - Embark on a journey with Charlie Brown, the beloved Peanuts character, in search of the true meaning of Christmas.
Jan 5-12: Bible Studies for Grown-Ups by Josh Scott - We'll pick up where we left off to complete the final two topics of this study. Josh takes a look at familiar Bible stories such as Noah's Ark and Jonah and the Whale, etc. and reveals new details and interpretations for an adult audience

Beginning Sep 15: The New Testament You Never Knew - Do you know the real story behind the New Testament? We all share a fascination for discovering “the rest of the story.” We enjoy learning the behind-the-scenes facts about seemingly familiar events.

Beginning Sep 15: The Wired Word - Each week we take a look at current events in the news and examine them in light of Scripture.