Adult Education in November

Sunday Mornings 10:20-11:05 a.m.

November 6, 13 My Glorious Exit: The Rev. Victoria Jamieson-Drake and a Parish Panel
Preparing to die, end-of-life issues, living wills ... not our favorite subjects. Yet we all do know that "nobody gets out of this world alive." Preparing ourselves and our families, emotionally and very specifically, with wills, funeral preferences, powers of attorney, and care requests can be one of the most loving gifts we can give. These sessions will offer information, resources, and inspiration to take care of this important task.

November 6, 13, 20 and 27 Adult Inquirers' Class
Although designed for adults seeking December confirmation, anyone wishing to learn more about the Episcopal approach to Christianity is welcome to attend these sessions which this fall will be held on Sunday mornings. For more details about the class, read the rector's letter in the September issue of Cross Roads (www.thechapelofthecross.org).

November 6, 13, and 20 When God Wrote on Stone - Israel's Covenant: David Jamieson-Drake
David Jamieson-Drake, our resident Hebrew Scripture scholar, will help us explore Israel's understanding of God, itself, and the nature of its covenant relationship with God through study of readings in Exodus, Leviticus, and Deuteronomy. Please bring a Bible.

November 20 Preparing for Advent: The Rev. Tammy Lee
It may be hard to remember amid the pre-Christmas hustle and bustle, but Advent is a penitential season, a time to prepare one's heart and mind for the annual celebration of Christ's birth, not just an opportunity to max out your credit card and lose you equanimity "getting ready" for Christmas. Tammy always has very practical, possible suggestions for keeping our focus where it belongs in this season.

November 20 Is It Time to Think About Divestment in Israel?: The Rev. Stephen Sizer
The Rev. Stephen Sizer, Vicar of Christ Church, Virginia Water, Surrey, author and international speaker is a recognized authority on the origins and influence of Christian Zionism in the Middle East. In this talk, he will explore reasons for the call for economic disinvestment in Israel as the difficulties between Israel and Palestine persist.

Weekdays

Every Tuesday Mary Harris Bible Study
Meeting from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the parish library, this group welcomes newcomers. The concentration for this fall is Paul's letters.

Tuesdays November 8, 15, 22 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.
"The Bible says...." Biblical Interpretation through the Ages
How do we "read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest" scripture? This continuing course, developed by the School of Ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina, is designed for parishes to help us hear God speaking through the Bible, and to live out our lives as "one in Christ" with others to whom God is speaking. Nancy Tunnessen will serve as facilitator.

Saturday, November 12, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m.
Reading with a View to Spirituality
This group meets twice yearly to discuss a book selected to help us attempt to glean insights in the "how of spiritual existence" and to be challenged to adopt a rule of life. This fall's book is Philip Newell's Listening for the Heartbeat of God. Bring your lunch. New members are always welcome.

Thursday November 17, 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. Third Thursday Short Story Reading Group
We read short stories because they are manageable and meaty! Our source is God:Stories, compiled by C. Michael Curtin, senior editor of the Atlantic Monthly. The stories, by notable authors, deal with issues of faith - both its presence and absence. New members are welcome.

Send items for inclusion in future "Cross Roads."
The deadline is the first Thursday of the preceeding month.

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