Christ Church Cathedral - Adult Classes

The Dean’s Forum
Takes place in the Tilford Room from 10:00am - 10:50am

The Gospel and The Lexington-Herald
September 12th
Led by Dean Rutenbar

Contentious Questions and Hard Texts
September 19th & 26th, October 3rd, 10th & 24th
Led by The Rev. Dr. Jerry Sumney
Over five weeks, we will examine the following topics about the Bible:
• The Inspiration of Scripture: What claim are we making when we say the Bible is inspired?
• Reading the Historical Texts of the Old Testament: What do these books (with their violence) have to say to us?
• Reading the Wisdom Literature of the Old Testament: What do these books say about our world?
• Reading the Gospels: How do we approach these books and what should we expect to find?
• Reading Apocalyptic: What does the book of Revelation say to us?

The Book of Revelation
October 17th
Led by Dr. Elaine Pagels, Professor of Religion at Princeton University

Why no priest wants to preach on Trinity Sunday
October 31st & November 7th
Led by John Brice
This class will discuss the historical, political, and theological events leading to Council of Nicaea in 325. It will then focus on the continuing struggle during the 4th century toward universal acceptance and revision of the Nicene Creed and suppression of Arian and Semi-Arian theology in favor of Trinitarian.

Worship / Music
November 14th
Led by Erich Balling & Dean Rutenbar
Dean Rutenbar and Canon Musician Balling will discuss the relationship between music and liturgy. How worship is organized in a way that satisfies the soul and mind.

Bishop Sauls Visit
November 21st

The Gospel According to Mayberry
Advent: November 28th – December 19th
Led by Dean Rutenbar

Christ and Culture
Takes place in the Abbot Library, 10:00am - 10:50am
These classes focus on themes in our culture providing a small group discussion format.

Listening for God Through Literature
September 12th – October 10th, October 24 – November 7th
Led by The Rev. Dr. Bob Horine and Carolyn Jones
An introduction to the Listening for God series says “Contemporary American Literature may not be the most predictable place to listen for God, but it may well turn out to be among the most rewarding.” Each Sunday we “listen” as we watch a video and discuss a short piece by one of these writers: John Updike, Anne Tyler, Henry Louis Gates Jr., Tobias Wolff, Carol Bly, Gail Godwin, Kathleen Norris and Andre Dubus. The book for the course is available in the bookstore.

Dream Workshop Series
November 14th – December 12th
Led by Elizabeth Conrad
Using a Haden Institute DVD series we will explore the history of dreams, biblical dreams, symbols and ways of working with your dreams.

Episcopal Families
10:00am - 10:50am
These classes concern issues pertaining to families of all kinds.

Kids, Chaos and the Spiritual Life
TBA
Led by Elizabeth Conrad & Beth Howard
We will be reviewing What Size Are God’s Shoes by Tim Schenck. We will exchange ideas and experience in groups to help everyone deepen their relationship with God, their children and other parents in our community.

Catechumenate / Newcomer
10:00am - 10:50am
This class is for newcomers or those who wish to refresh their faith.

Catechumenate Class
Begins September 12th
Dean’s Conference Room
Led by The Rev. Canon Audrey L. Miskelley
Newcomers are always welcome at Christ Church. Join us at any of our services and especially at breakfast. A Full hot breakfast is served each Sunday morning at 9:30am (during the summer, donuts only).

Books & Beliefs
First Tuesday of each month
Coffee Hour at 10:00am
Presentation at 10:30am

Plan to join us for fellowship and lively discussion.
It is not necessary to read the books before meetings.
All (men & women) are welcome!

Guns, Horses, and Big Money: How the Bluegrass Became Southern
October 5th
At the home of Dana Davis, 3501 Castlegate Wynd
Speaker: Maryjean Wall

Living a Life That Matters by Harold Kushner
November 2, 2010
At the home of Mildred Lawrence, 101 South Hanover
Speaker: The Rev. LaRae Rutenbar

Common Sense and Foreign Policy by John Stempel
December 7, 2010
At the home of Marie Rogers, 552 Dover Road
Speaker: John Stempel

*No Church School on September 5th, December 28th or January 2nd*