Fall Bible Study Opportunities
The following studies will begin in September.
Sign up in late August or early September at a table outside worship or via the Church Office at office@rrumc.org or 440.331.7676, or by contacting the group leader. We would need your name, e-mail, and phone number.
Disciple I books will be provided by the church for free. Disciple II books can be purchased from the church for $35; exact change or check made out to “RRUMC” please. Both are available in the Church Office. Contact the group leader about if, and which specific versions of, other study books are needed (they may not be those pictured).
Genesis to Revelation
Thursdays at 6:30pm
Study the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation, including a verse-by-verse, in-depth look at the Scriptures and background material. This study is ongoing, but you can join at any point. They will begin studying Luke on September 4, followed by Romans, 1 & 2 Samuel, Joshua, Judges, and Ruth.
Each book is a standalone 13-week study. Discussions will include word studies, the history of the biblical setting, and a comparison of today’s geography to biblical geography. Along with discussions, use of a participant book will aid the process of applying Scripture to current life situations.
This study is geared toward participants who want to take their faith journey to the next level (regardless of their present level) and are interested in developing deep ties and experiencing multi-generational relationships with other members of the church. Participants are expected to attend as many classes as possible and will be provided with a rich learning environment.
Led by Dave Huller – dave.huller@gmail.com (contact him regarding book purchase).
Disciple I: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study
Days and times TBD
Disciple I provides a viable option for busy people seeking comprehensive engagement over time with the entire biblical text. This is a 24-week study, devoting 12 weeks each to the Old Testament and the New Testament.
Participants read a manageable 3–5 chapters of the Bible daily in preparation for the weekly meetings, which last approximately 90 minutes. Various videos will be utilized to add insights into weekly lessons.
Led by Jennifer Schwelik – jennifer.schwelik@gmail.com
Led by Richard Draviam – rdraviam@yahoo.com
(Church provides books).
Disciple II: Into the Word, Into the World
Mondays at 6:30pm, beginning September 8
Disciple II is intended for those who’ve completed Disciple I to continue their discipleship journey. This is a 24-week study broken into two parts: Genesis–Exodus and Luke–Acts.
Participants read a manageable 3–5 chapters of the Bible daily in preparation for the weekly meetings. Videos will be utilized to add insights into weekly lessons.
Led by Dave Huller – dave.huller@gmail.com
Books: $35 for both books used (check or exact change).
Ladies in Faith Together (LIFT) Fall Study
“Seen: Discovering the Freedom to Be Authentically You” by Lynne Farrel
Tuesdays, September 16 – November 11 (no class October 7)
6:30–8:00pm in Room 209
The book Seen asks us…are you longing to be truly seen? You and I enter this world with a divine desire to be seen as our true self. Yet somewhere along the way, most of us struggle to live out our God-given identity, and masks become our protection.
As a result, we often end up with shallow or difficult relationships where we can’t be real with anyone, even with God. Is this the way we are supposed to live? How would our stories change if we could shed these cover-ups, discover the beauty of vulnerability, and begin to live in freedom from pretense through our relationship with Jesus?
Through eight inspiring video sessions, engaging group questions, and daily personal reflection, Farrel takes you on a guided journey of being truly seen, empowering you to break free from the façade, and step into the fullness of who God created you to be.
Please contact Lynn Gorton – lgorton@rrumc.org for questions, more information on ordering the book, and to sign up.