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How Jesus Became God (Great Courses)

The early Christian claim that Jesus of Nazareth was God completely changed the course of Western civilization. In fact, without the Christian declaration of Jesus as God, Western history as we know it would have never happened. If Jesus had not been declared God, his followers would have remained Read more

By Great Courses, 9 years ago

Proclaiming the Good News in a Digital Age (Loyola University)

Practical resources for media ministry or digital ministry abound, but in exploring Internet-mediated communication for ministry, we face a more fundamental question: What is the theological foundation for engaging in ministry in the digital realm? How might we articulate a solid theological foundation for ministry that serves us for Read more

By Loyola University, 9 years ago

Leading Public Prayer for Lay Leaders (Be a Disciple)

As a Lay Speaker/Servant/Leader you may find yourself the one leading prayer in worship services, as well as in other settings. It is vital then that you are knowledgeable and lead well. This course may challenge some of your assumptions, test some of your preconceived ideas, stretch your thinking and Read more

By Be A Disciple, 9 years ago

Religion and Film (University of Missouri)

This online course addresses three areas of analysis: 1) film representations of established religions; 2) film and the construction of social values; and 3) film as contemporary “myth.” Treating films as social texts, this course asks what such representations of ourselves to ourselves suggest about culture in general. Learn more Read more

By University of Missouri, 9 years ago

Religion and Hip Hop Culture (Rice University)

What is religion? What is Hip Hop? Are they the same thing? Do they overlap? In this online course you’ll get a sense of how some individuals answer these questions, and you’ll get the tools you need to explore these questions for yourselves. This online course starts with some Read more

By Rice University, 9 years ago

Meditation and Mindfulness for Everyone (Spiritual Directors International)

Why meditate? You may have heard how meditation and mindfulness practices can offer scientifically verifiable benefits for your physical and spiritual health. Meditation benefits include reduction in stress; improved psychological, emotional, and physical well-being; as well as increases in compassion and altruistic behaviors. Beyond the scientific benefits—and more importantly Read more

By Spiritual Directors International, 9 years ago

Welcoming People with Disabilities into Christ’s Church (Presbyterian Outlook)

Jesus calls us to draw in people from the margins of our communities, but the attitudes in our congregations may communicate fear or pity rather than the welcome of true belonging. We have built ramps into our churches. Have we built inclusive relationships? In this on-demand webinar we will Read more

By Presbyterian Outlook, 9 yearsMarch 15, 2018 ago

Songwriting with the Psalms (Presbyterian Outlook)

This on-demand webinar focuses on the spirituality of the Psalms and the value of sung prayer. Guided by psalmist Richard Bruxvoort Colligan, you’ll soak in three delicious Psalm texts and write a simple community song for each of them: a song of celebration, a song of wonder and a Read more

By Presbyterian Outlook, 9 years ago

The Dazzling Tonic of Silence (Presbyterian Outlook)

This on-demand webinar is helpful to anyone who feels busy, overwhelmed or burdened. If you are feeling like you want more time and spaciousness, this is the webinar for you. Silence is, indeed, the most straightforward route to insight. We know insight to mean deep understanding, perception and acumen. But Read more

By Presbyterian Outlook, 9 yearsMarch 15, 2018 ago

Freedom From Worry (The Upper Room)

The online course is packed with helpful suggestions for letting go of your worries. It follows a pattern of 28 days of prayer, with each day’s content intended to reduce your anxiety level and instill practices of prayer and trust. This online course includes: Daily readings, audio recordings of scripture, Read more

By Upper Room, 9 years ago