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Introduction to Church History with Eric Williams (ChurchNext)

Source: ChurchNext Whether or not we believe the old adage, ‘if we fail to pay attention to history we are doomed to repeat it,’ few people would argue with the importance of striving to improve our understanding of the things that have gone before us as a way to better Read more

By ChurchNext, 11 yearsAugust 25, 2015 ago

Violence, Myth, and Scripture with Suzanne Ross (ChurchNext)

Source: ChurchNext Blaming God for our own violence and failings is as old as humanity. But how authentic is this? And so how helpful is this? Suzanne Ross has dedicated her career to helping people understand that human violence is not divine. She runs The Raven Foundation, which is dedicated Read more

By ChurchNext, 11 yearsAugust 25, 2015 ago

Spirituality and Gardening with Christine Sine (ChurchNext)

Source: ChurchNext Sun. Soil. Water. Perhaps it’s close communion with the elements of our earthly lives that gives many gardeners a deeper sense of God. In this course, author of To Garden with God (see below), retreat leader, and gardener Christine Sine offers us dynamic insight into what the simple Read more

By ChurchNext, 11 yearsAugust 25, 2015 ago

Creating Common Good 4: A Christian Response with Justin Welby (ChurchNext)

Source: ChurchNext How do Christians respond to the pervasive, overwhelming issue of economic inequality? Where do we begin the discussion of such a complex and influential subject? In 2015 the Trinity Institute offered a conference called ‘Creating Common Good,’ in which thinkers from a wide range of perspectives and real-world experience offered practical Read more

By ChurchNext, 11 yearsAugust 25, 2015 ago

Creating Common Good 3: Educational Inequality with Nicole Baker Fulgham (ChurchNext)

Source: ChurchNext As people of faith, how do we take on the pervasive, overwhelming issue of economic inequality? Where do we begin the discussion of such a complex and influential subject? In 2015 the Trinity Institute offered a conference called ‘Creating Common Good,’ in which thinkers from a wide range of perspectives Read more

By ChurchNext, 11 yearsAugust 25, 2015 ago

Creating Common Good 2: Christian Responsibility with Rachel Held Evans (ChurchNext)

Source: ChurchNext As people of faith, how do we take on the pervasive, overwhelming issue of economic inequality? Where do we begin the discussion of such a complex and influential subject? In 2015 the Trinity Institute offered a conference called ‘Creating Common Good,’ in which thinkers from a wide range of perspectives Read more

By ChurchNext, 11 yearsAugust 25, 2015 ago

Creating Common Good 1: Economic Inequality with Bp. Julio Murray (ChurchNext)

Source: ChurchNext As people of faith, how do we take on the pervasive, overwhelming issue of economic inequality? Where do we begin the discussion of such a complex and influential subject? In January, 2015 Trinity Institute hosted a conference called ‘Creating Common Good,’ in which thinkers from a wide range of perspectives Read more

By ChurchNext, 11 yearsAugust 25, 2015 ago

How to Deal with Difficult People with Peter Steinke (ChurchNext)

Source: ChurchNext Dealing with difficult people, whether in at home or in a congregation, is something we all must do. Understanding the issues at play are integral to properly handling the difficulties that routinely crop up in our home and work lives. In this class Peter introduces us to Bowen Read more

By ChurchNext, 11 yearsAugust 25, 2015 ago

Finding God in Divorce with Carolyne Call (ChurchNext)

Source: ChurchNext While God intends marriage to last, those who get married know that this is not always the case. Going through divorce brings up significant issues of faith and trust not only in one’s spouse, but in God. Devastating emotions like anger, grief, and loss of self esteem can take Read more

By ChurchNext, 11 yearsAugust 25, 2015 ago

Developing Christian Patience with Jeff Bullock (ChurchNext)

Source: ChurchNext The idea of patience, as we know it today, has been heavily influenced by Christianity, says Jeff Bullock, an experienced teacher and author of an upcoming book on Christian patience. In this class, Jeff makes it clear that there is a difference between Christian patience and secular patience. Read more

By ChurchNext, 11 yearsAugust 25, 2015 ago