GROW >> Bible Study Series—I Think You're Wrong (But I'm :istening)

Classes begin on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.
Scroll down for the Reading Schedule.

Friends,

I am so tired of arguing about politics.  Not because I’m afraid of disagreeing with people, but because political arguments don’t seem to go anywhere anymore.  Why do we bother?

More importantly, what does it mean to have these discussions as Christians who are called to care about the whole world?  Jesus calls us the salt of the earth.  We are to be an example to the world, and yet we can’t even keep our religious discussions civil!  This fall we’re working on exiting black and white thinking and seeing the good in others— yes, even in the people we don’t agree with!  This book has been hugely helpful to me in figuring out how and why I should talk to people about politics inside and outside the church differently.  If there was time, I’d schedule dramatic readings of it at everyone’s house before bed.  Instead, join me for a much less intrusive book study this fall.

You can purchaser the book below P.S. Obviously you’ll get more out of these classes if you read the book.  However, life gets busy.  If you don’t get a chance to read and just want to join the discussion to learn from each other, you are still more than welcome.

Blessings, Rev. Emily

Contact Rev. Emily with your questions ... emily@salemunitedmethodist.org

A reminder that fellowship time starts at 6:30 P.M. with the study lasting from 7:00–8:00 P.M.

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Reading Schedule (beginning September 11, 2024)

Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Book Reading:  Introduction

Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Book Reading:  Chapter 01—We Should Talk Politics
Book Reading:  Chapter 02—Take Off Your Jersey

Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Book Reading:  Chapter 03—Find Your Why
Book Reading:  Chapter 04—Put Politics in Its Place
Book Reading:  Chapter 05—Give Grace

Wednesday, October 02, 2024
Book Reading:  Chapter 06—Get Curious
Book Reading:  Chapter 07—Embrace the Paradox
Book Reading:  Chapter 08—Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable

Wednesday, October 09, 2024
Book Reading:  Chapter 09—Exit the Echo Chamber
Book Reading:  Chapter 10—Keep It Nuanced