Genesis: Texts and Contexts This course is an introduction to the Book of Genesis, its structure and contents. We will discuss common misconceptions about the Bible and introduce it in relation to the cultures in the Ancient Near East. We will explore the concepts of monotheism and the meaning of human life in the two …
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Intro to the New Testament   The New Testament stands as the key resources for preaching, theology, and spiritual formation, growth, and encouragement in the Christian tradition. This course will give students a foundational background in the process of faithful interpretation of New Testament texts for ministry and service in congregations. We will explore the …
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Genesis: Texts and Contexts This course is an introduction to the Book of Genesis, its structure and contents. We will discuss common misconceptions about the Bible and introduce it in relation to the cultures in the Ancient Near East. We will explore the concepts of monotheism and the meaning of human life in the two …
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Intro to the New Testament The New Testament stands as the key resources for preaching, theology, and spiritual formation, growth, and encouragement in the Christian tradition. This course will give students a foundational background in the process of faithful interpretation of New Testament texts for ministry and service in congregations. We will explore the historical …
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Sept. 30 – Oct. 3, 2016 –  Jesus in Hebrew Scripture  (O100-001) Instructor: Dr. Elmer Joy St. Andrew’s Church, Kelowna, BC

LGBTQA Christians on a Transformative Journey: Healing and Wholeness for Our Selves and Our World Ammon Ripple Posted By: Kirkridge Type: Retreats Share: Time: June 2, 2016 6:30 PM until June 4, 2016 Location: Kirkridge Contact: More Info: What does it mean for a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or ally (LGBTQA) Christian to love …
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Becoming a Leader is Becoming Yourself   Russ Moxley   Posted By: Kirkridge Type: Retreats Share: Time: April 5, 2016 6:30 PM until April 7, 2016 Location: Kirkridge Contact:   More Info: Becoming a Leader is becoming Yourself has been carefully designed to create open yet disciplined spaces where we will move together from the …
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Sunday, August 7 – Saturday, August 13, 2016 Tell Me a Story: Old Testament Stories as Narrative and Drama with Patricia Dutcher-Walls   The Old Testament/Hebrew Bible is full of intriguing and engaging stories that reflect the faith journey of God’s people. This course will help participants learn skills in reading biblical tales to increase …
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Monday, August 1 – Saturday, August 6, 2016 THE CLIMATE IS NOW: Climate Science and Christian Witness with Ken Gray and Geoff Strong   Pope Francis, Anglican bishops, Naomi Klein and, increasingly, the shopkeeper, musician and indigenous elder all agree that more than ever we must prepare for a new world with a greatly changed …
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SUNDAY, July 17 – SATURDAY,  July 23, 2016 Uncommon Jesus with John Bell   For many people outside the Christian faith, Jesus was born in Bethlehem on 25th December and died on Good Friday. The two great festivals of Christmas and Easter tend to eclipse the rest of his life, but many assume that he …
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