Spring 2019 Course Offerings

An Introduction to the Torah

Sundays 9:45-10:45am

This Seminar provides a general introduction and overview of the first five books of the Biblical text, known in Hebrew as the Torah.  This course will explore the   foundational role of the Torah within Judaism, the life and ministry of Jesus, the early church and the ministry of the Apostle Paul.  Class discussions include: An Introduction to the Torah and the Hebrew Scriptures, An Overview of each individual Book of the Torah, An Examination of the 10 Commandments, The role of the Torah in the ministry of Jesus, the Early Church and  the Apostle Paul.

Jesus & His Parables

Mondays 6:00-7:30pm

Course Begins Monday, February 25th

This course in the Study Center’s Life of Jesus Series provides an in-depth look at each of Jesus’ parables recorded in the New Testament gospels.  Class discussions will address why Jesus extensively taught in parables, the various categories of parables, and the rules for interpreting first century Jewish parables. The historical and theological context of Jesus’ parables will be discussed throughout the course.