Gospel of John

This June intensive course is open to pastors and lay leaders as continuing education. This study of John’s gospel equips students to become effective readers, teachers and preachers of the text. The first phase of the course focuses on reading and interpreting John’s gospel with attention to its literary characteristics, theological dimensions, cultural context and implications for Christian witness. The second phase explores creative ways to teach John’s gospel, as students prepare studies that can be used in various ministry settings. The third phase considers ways that John’s gospel engages contemporary listeners through preaching, worship and other settings.