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CONSIDER DISCIPLE!
In 2014-2015 eighteen people from St Paul grew in their understanding of the Bible, God’s plan, and their friendship with one another in the two Disciple classes Pastor Bill Taught. Here are some of their reflections on the experience:
* When I first considered the attending the Disciple Program, I had just finished our Revision Project, which took significant time and effort from my group and myself. However I was so astounded at their work effort and enthusiasm that I knew it was my calling to make a difference in our Church. I looked at the curriculum for Disciple and admitted 33 weeks of commitment was huge, but I also felt I was ignorant of the Bible and it’s teachings. Previously I had read Bible passages as a kid and even as an adult, reading the “365 Day“ Bible. Of course this didn’t work for my understanding. When it was offered at our church, I enrolled in Pastor Bill’s Disciple Program. Do you know what happened: 33 weeks passed in the blink of an eye! We had an outstanding group for our Monday night classes. I was so impressed with how the group questioned the verses, spoke about out their own interpretations and lives, and eventually how Bill could wrap it all up in a package. I think he is probably one of the greatest Pastors on the pulpit I have heard, but his knowledge and ability to translate the Bible is unbelievable! He made everything so understandable from the Old Testament to the New Testament to our lives today. In addition the members in our group were lively: all participated, and were not afraid to share their opinions or hearts. I cannot tell you how much I love this group and feel so close to them. I believe we are bonded in a special way forever. I can tell you that many times I walked away from our meetings with tears in my eyes, prayers in my heart and a catharsis I have never felt. You have this opportunity again and I hope you make time to attend as it will change your life! --Brent Johnson
* Well, I thought why not sign up to study the Bible from cover to cover? I sure didn’t know that much about scripture. Might learn something. Well, while I did learn a lot more about God’s words to all of us, I learned far more about my own “faith journey.” While Pastor Bill did a great job leading us through the Bible, it was the thoughts and wisdom of our study group that really kept me engaged. I would recommend that if you have a chance, take the time to join a Disciple group. Doesn’t matter if you know a lot or a little about scripture, doesn’t matter if you know everyone or nobody in your study group, doesn’t matter if you can make all or just some of the study group, just come as you are, and you will leave with a deeper faith in our Lord.--Patti Schroeder
Disciple is a life-changing 33-week overview of the Bible! If you have always wanted to learn more about the Bible but not known where to begin Disciple is the program you need! No Bible knowledge is required to take Disciple, just a willingness to learn. Here's what's involved:
In 2015-2016 Pastor Bill will again be teaching Disciple, but only one class on an evening to be determined, perhaps Tuesday. A sign up sheet is already up in the back of the sanctuary for those interested (and you don’t have to be sure!) or you can contact Bill at 515-257-3024 or pastor.stpaulpres@gmail.com. Lucas Carpenter, Jana and Jerry Foley, Kim Harned, Lois Kiester, Donna Larson, Hui Lin, Carlos Loffler, Mary Pullen Matthew Stange, and Chris and Wes Fausch are already signed up! The class will be limited to about a dozen participants, so don’t wait long for this great opportunity to grow in your faith!!
ACCESS DISCIPLE VIDEOS, LESSON PLANS
AND MORE HERE!
MAKE DEEPER FRIENDSHIPS?
CONSIDER DISCIPLE!
In 2014-2015 eighteen people from St Paul grew in their understanding of the Bible, God’s plan, and their friendship with one another in the two Disciple classes Pastor Bill Taught. Here are some of their reflections on the experience:
* When I first considered the attending the Disciple Program, I had just finished our Revision Project, which took significant time and effort from my group and myself. However I was so astounded at their work effort and enthusiasm that I knew it was my calling to make a difference in our Church. I looked at the curriculum for Disciple and admitted 33 weeks of commitment was huge, but I also felt I was ignorant of the Bible and it’s teachings. Previously I had read Bible passages as a kid and even as an adult, reading the “365 Day“ Bible. Of course this didn’t work for my understanding. When it was offered at our church, I enrolled in Pastor Bill’s Disciple Program. Do you know what happened: 33 weeks passed in the blink of an eye! We had an outstanding group for our Monday night classes. I was so impressed with how the group questioned the verses, spoke about out their own interpretations and lives, and eventually how Bill could wrap it all up in a package. I think he is probably one of the greatest Pastors on the pulpit I have heard, but his knowledge and ability to translate the Bible is unbelievable! He made everything so understandable from the Old Testament to the New Testament to our lives today. In addition the members in our group were lively: all participated, and were not afraid to share their opinions or hearts. I cannot tell you how much I love this group and feel so close to them. I believe we are bonded in a special way forever. I can tell you that many times I walked away from our meetings with tears in my eyes, prayers in my heart and a catharsis I have never felt. You have this opportunity again and I hope you make time to attend as it will change your life! --Brent Johnson
* Well, I thought why not sign up to study the Bible from cover to cover? I sure didn’t know that much about scripture. Might learn something. Well, while I did learn a lot more about God’s words to all of us, I learned far more about my own “faith journey.” While Pastor Bill did a great job leading us through the Bible, it was the thoughts and wisdom of our study group that really kept me engaged. I would recommend that if you have a chance, take the time to join a Disciple group. Doesn’t matter if you know a lot or a little about scripture, doesn’t matter if you know everyone or nobody in your study group, doesn’t matter if you can make all or just some of the study group, just come as you are, and you will leave with a deeper faith in our Lord.--Patti Schroeder
Disciple is a life-changing 33-week overview of the Bible! If you have always wanted to learn more about the Bible but not known where to begin Disciple is the program you need! No Bible knowledge is required to take Disciple, just a willingness to learn. Here's what's involved:
- Meeting in a small group once a week for 2 1/4 hours. Classes include video presentations from leading scholars, discussion, sharing, caring, laughter & prayer
- Reading the Bible daily for 30-45 minutes
- Beginning reading in mid-August when school starts, ending early -May
- 16 weeks on the Old Testament
- 17 weeks on the New Testament
- Weeks off for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years
In 2015-2016 Pastor Bill will again be teaching Disciple, but only one class on an evening to be determined, perhaps Tuesday. A sign up sheet is already up in the back of the sanctuary for those interested (and you don’t have to be sure!) or you can contact Bill at 515-257-3024 or pastor.stpaulpres@gmail.com. Lucas Carpenter, Jana and Jerry Foley, Kim Harned, Lois Kiester, Donna Larson, Hui Lin, Carlos Loffler, Mary Pullen Matthew Stange, and Chris and Wes Fausch are already signed up! The class will be limited to about a dozen participants, so don’t wait long for this great opportunity to grow in your faith!!
ACCESS DISCIPLE VIDEOS, LESSON PLANS
AND MORE HERE!
