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2008 - 2009
DISCIPLE BIBLE STUDIES
Classes are currently in session
Disciple is a program of disciplined Bible Study.
Its goal is to develop biblically nourished people committed to live
as disciples of Jesus Christ. It emphasizes disciplined reading
of and listening to scripture. On a weekly basis, participants
commit to 30-45 minutes of preparation for 6 days and a 2 1/2 hour
group meeting, which includes a video presentation by a biblical
scholar..
The Disciple
program focuses on the disciples as learner, believer, follower, proclaimer, and
servant. Each of the studies combines reading, discussion and reflection
to enhance and challenge our understanding of scripture. It is
divided into four classes with an additional Youth Disciple class.
Please note: Disciple 1 or Youth Disciple should be taken prior
to any other Disciple Studies. We strongly recommend taking the
Disciples classes in numerical order. All 4 levels of the first
Disciple studies should be completed before taking the Second
Generation "Jesus in the Gospels".
All Disciple studies begin with a midsummer luncheon. Classes
commence in August. A fundraising luncheon will be held in
the spring of 2009 to benefit the retreat for long term studies. All levels of study
generally culminate in a weekend retreat in mid May. Disciple
Recognition Sunday will be in late May or early June.
Registration for any one of the long term Disciple Studies is $45.
Registration for the short term studies is $9. Scholarships
are available for study materials and the retreat if needed.
Whether you are just beginning your Christian walk or you have been
journeying for many years, Disciple is for YOU!
Disciple I :
Becoming Disciples through Bible Study: It is
a 34 week journey through the biblical story from
Genesis to Revelation.
Youth Disciple: Disciple 1 for youth aged 15-18
Disciple II:
Into the Word Into the World: A 32 week
journey focusing on four books: Genesis, Exodus, Luke,
and Acts. This builds on the scriptural understanding
developed in Disciple I.
Disciple III:
Remember Who You Are: A 32 week study
focusing on the prophets and the letters of Paul. This is
meant to follow Disciple I & II.
Disciple IV:
Under the Tree of Life: A 32 week study
focusing on the Old Testament books not in the Torah or
prophets, the Gospel of John, and Revelation. This is
meant to follow Disciple I, II, and III.
Disciple Second Generation Studies: Christian Believer:
A 30 week study focusing on the classical doctrines of the Christian
faith.
History of Disciple Bibe Study at
Kennesaw United Methodist Church
Disciple was introduced to local congregations in 1990, and because of
the vision of Rev. Steve Moore, our associate pastor at the time, came
to Kennesaw the following year. The two groups were formed by
invitation only! Of the original twenty Drew Adams, Ruth Ann
Brown, Betty Ellison, Kathy McCranie, Beth Patrick, Elsie Trippe, and
Jeremy Wren still call Kennesaw UMC their church home.
Kennesaw UMC has been faithful to the retreat setting for the final
two lessons of Disciple I. Over the years, Disciple II, III, &
IV classes have also chosen to complete their studies away from home.
Retreat locations have varied from the rustic to the luxurious, and
have included Camp Glisson, Toccoa, Cohutta Springs, Simpsonwood,
Timber Ridge, and Red Top Mountain.
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