BIBLE
Workbench
What is it?
This is a study programme based on the
lectionary readings. These are the Bible readings that
Bruce is assigned each
week by the national church to guide him in his preaching.
Who are the Writers?
This study is written by leading liberal
Bible scholars such as Marcus Borg and Parker Palmer. Check it out at
www.bibleworkbench.com
What is in the Study materials?
It includes a copy of the Bible readings for
the week, an exploration of the themes and motifs in the readings and it offers
parallel readings from other sources, literature, newspaper clips. It gives a
critical background provided by the scholars and then provides a serious of
questions to help you, the reader make the Biblical text speak at a deep level
to your life. This study is about transformation!
How can I get Involved?
Throughout 2006-2007, every 6 weeks a new
group of 6-8 persons can participate in a group.
There will be a fee of $12.00 per 6 week group to cover the cost of the
materials.
Who will lead the group?
Each group lasting six weeks will be led by
the Rev. Dr. Ann Evans. She is Bruce’s wife, a United Church minister and a
marriage and family therapist. Throughout the year she will be ably assisted by
other leaders.
Who are the groups for?
You and anyone who would like to come are
welcome to do one six week stint.
How to register?
Call Ann Evans at 604 731-3150 or email her
at Ann Evan's e-mail
to register.
When will the groups meet?
- Group 1
Wednesdays Sept 6-Oct 11, 2006
Centre for Peace, 7-8:30 p.m.
- Group 2
Thursdays Oct 19-Nov 23, 2006
Centre for Peace, 7:30-9:00 p.m.
- Group 3
Tuesdays Nov 28-Jan 2, 2007
Centre for Peace, 10:30 a.m. - noon
- Group 4
Wednesdays Jan. 10-Feb 14, 2007
Ann's House for soup and study group, 6-7:30 p.m.
- Group 5
Fridays Feb 23-March
30, 2007
Centre for Peace, for couples, 7:30-9:00 p.m.
- Group 6
Tuesdays April 3-May 8,
2007
Centre for Peace, 7-8:30 p.m.
- Group 7
Tuesdays May 15-June
19, 2007
Centre for Peace, 10:30 a.m. - noon
- Group 8
Wednesdays June 27-July 25, 2007
Centre for Peace, 7-8:30 p.m.
- Group 9
July 30-August 31, 2007
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