to see the adult education brochure which will provide a list of books

RELIGION IN LIFE
Sundays, 10-10:50 a.m. in the Courtyard Room
January 4, 2015
Understanding Clinical Depression
Dr. Cheryl Schultz, Therapist at Ardenwood Psychological Center
Called the common cold of mental illness, 16% of Americans suffer from
depression and women between the ages of 40 and 59 are 2½ times as
likely to experience depression. People who live at or below the poverty
line experience depression at twice the rate of those who have adequate
financial resources. Yet only 1 in 3 people who are depressed get professional help because of the difficulty a depressed person experiences in
seeking help, the stigma that still lingers around depression, and the lack
of adequate coverage by insurance for treating depression. Dr. Schultz
helps us understand the causes and impact of depression, as well as
available treatments.
January 11 and 18, 2015
How do People Do Theology?
Dr. Amy Marga, Professor of Systematic Theology at Luther
Seminary
The word “theology” comes from two Greek words that mean “the study of
God.” Christian theology is simply an attempt to understand God. During
these two sessions, Dr. Amy Marga will look at how people do theology.
This is the basis of a new course she is developing. Amy would describe it
as “practical theology” as she helps people identify from where they think
about God. So, for example, do they think about God from the heart? Or
through life stories? Or from Scripture and revelation? It promises to be a
fascinating and insightful two weeks.
January 25, 2015
Love God, Live Boldly
Dr. Tom Hainlen, Therapist at Arden Woods Psychological Center
Tom Hainlen will be exploring the topic of humility. Tom has been
exploring this area for several years and has developed ideas useful
for understanding and living out this attitude. He will propose that two
elements necessary for humility are competence and confidence, and
will be contrasting humility with pride, shame and a bit of Minnesota
nice.
February 1, 2015
Are You Parenting for Success or Setting Your Kids Up
for Failure? 3 Must-Have Strategies to Raise Great Kids
Toni Schutta, Author, Family Educator and Coach
Nearly 50% of college students suffer from mental health issues such
as depression, anxiety, binge drinking and eating disorders. Those
high numbers tell us that we need to be parenting differently now so
you can raise a child who’s loving, responsible, strong, confident and
successful as a young adult. You will learn three key strategies for
raising great kids along with practical tips that you can implement for
your child’s future success.
February 8, 2015
Violence in the Media: Does It Matter?
Dr. Milda Hedblom, Adjunct Professor and Sr. Associate,
Humphrey Institute, Univ. of MN.; Professor, Augsburg College
What do we mean by media these days? Who uses, how much and
what do they like? What do we mean by violence? Ultimately we
return to the fundamental question: what do we know about the impact
of violence in the media and should some content be limited especially
for children?
February 15, 2015
Compassionate Communication
Dr. Yvette Erasmus, Psychotherapist at Integral Psychotherapy
Dr. Erasmus, psychotherapist and former international school teacher, has
deepened her appreciation of cultural differences and cross-cultural
issues. Do you want to dramatically transform the way you communicate
in key personal and professional relationships? Join us for a discussion
on how to use language and communication principles to move beyond
disagreements and disputes to collaboration and partnership. She will
highlight the main blocks and pitfalls to enjoying a mutually satisfying dialogue with others, and will provide practical principles, skills and practices
you can apply to your relationships today.
February 22, 2015
Strengthening Each Other to Be the Best Parents
Dr. Kurt Wical and Dr. Carolyn Dehnbostel, Marriage and Family
Therapists at Minnesota Couple Therapy Center
Parenting is a challenging responsibility. Marriage and family therapists
Dr. Kurt Wical and Dr. Carolyn Dehnbostel will help us look at how the
issues parents face in raising their children and how they can best support and strengthen each other as a parent.
March 1, 2015
March 15 and 22, 2015
Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work
Dr. John Henrich, Therapist Mount Olivet Counseling Center
What makes marriages succeed or fail? Dr. John Henrich, an ELCA
pastor and licensed psychologist, will present an adult forum exploring
the factors that create successful relationships from Dr. John Gottman's
groundbreaking research on marriage and divorce. Gottman's research
produced seven principles to follow to enhance your chance for successful partnerships.
March 29, 2015
Executing Jesus - Rethinking Everything You’ve Been Taught
About the Cross and Salvation
Roland Hayes
What kind of God can only be satisfied by the vicarious blood atonement
of Jesus? Or is there a different way to look at and understand why
Jesus died and the cross and what that means for how we will be saved?
These are the questions Roland will examine with us as we begin our
journey into Holy Week.
April 12, 2015
The Importance of Belief, Heaven, and Hell in Thinking About
Other Religions?
Dr. Sarah Rubble, Professor of Religion at Gustavus Adolphus
College
Are all religions true? Does everyone, regardless of religion, go to heaven? Does what we believe make a difference in the afterlife? These are
questions many Christians have, particularly when thinking about people
who are not Christians. In this session, Dr. Sarah Rubble will explore
how differing ideas about heaven, hell, and the importance of correct
belief shape how Christians think about other faiths. We will also consider the theological strengths and weaknesses of these various ideas.
A Treasure Hunt Through 2 Corinthians
April 19 and 26, 2015
March 8, 2015
Ancient Mysteries and Archaeology of the Bible
Dr. Calvin Roetzel, Professor of Religious Studies at Univ. of MN
Paul’s Second Corinthians is a treasure hidden in a thorny thicket. It is so
theologically rich, so packed with hope and possibility, so aware of dark
human tendencies and human vulnerability, and so radical in its revaluation
of what is true and real. In this lecture we will explore some of Paul’s most
profound insights about the cross, reconciliation of the world, and the symbolic meaning of the offering for the “poor among the saints.” Please read
chapters 8, 10:1—13:10, 5:16—21, and 9:1—15 if possible.
Romans: The “All” Letter
Dr. Calvin Roetzel, Professor of Religious Studies at Univ. of MN
A study of Romans reveals why this letter still fascinates, puzzles
and inspires. Its reach is breathtaking, its vision of a restored creation
thrilling; its agonizing struggle with difficult questions is challenging.
In this session we will take note of salvation as process, and believers
as works in progress. We discuss why his gospel was so radical that
the later church had a hard time embracing it. Please read Romans
1:1-17, and chapters 8 11, and 16.
Myths About Religion in America Dr. Sarah Henrich
Since we all live with a vibrant religious sector in our country, we tend to think
that we understand what it is all about. But there are aspects of religion in
America that we either don’t understand, or even have gotten wrong. This
session will examine some of these “myths” about religion in America – things
we think we know, but do not. Using the history of religion in our country, we’ll
try to have a better understanding of religion in our lives and our communities.
May 3 and 10
Dr. Steven Derfler
Perhaps one of the greatest historical, political, social, geographical and
spiritual texts ever compiled is the Hebrew Bible. Yet there are unexplained
mysteries that baffled readers. Was there a Garden of Eden? Was the era of
the Patriarchs and Matriarchs rooted in historic reality? How accurate are the
accounts of Joseph and his amazing technicolor dream coat? Explore these
and other mysteries of the Bible in this seminar taught by an archaeologist with
extensive experience in the Holy Lands.
OTHER ADULT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Faith in Daily Life: Meaningful Conversation Over Lunch
You are invited to take a break for lunch and conversation about the
issues of life and how our faith provides insight into them and guidance
in addressing them. There are three groups that each meet once
during the month. The first Thursday of the month folks gather in
Roseville at the Chianti Grill or Stout’s Pub. The second Thursday
of the month folks gather in Mpls. at Thrivent Cafeteria. The third
Thursday of the month we gather in St. Paul at the Daily Diner on
University and Dale.
This past fall we discussed Convictions: How I Learned What Really
Matters by Marcus Borg. We will begin the year discussing a new
book. Friends are welcome. If you have questions contact Roland
at [email protected].
Desserters II Book Club and Discussion
Folks meet the fourth Tuesday of each month to discuss the
book of the month and share dessert. The meeting dates and
the books that will be discussed for the remainder of the
Winter/Spring are:
• January 27: Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth
by Reza Aslan
• February 24: The Sandcastle Girls by Chris Bohjalian
• March 24: Being Esther by Miriam Karmel
• April 28: The White Tiger by Aravind Adiga
• May 26: The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd
Monday's Ministries
Join us on Monday morning at 7 p.m. at the church for a light breakfast
and conversation around issues that impact our lives and how our faith
might shed new light on our understandings and response. The first
gathering of the year will be on Monday, January 18. If you have
questions contact Roland at [email protected].
Thursday Morning Study
We will begin our conversations again on Thursday, January 15.
We will begin with a conversation around forgiveness…using the films
Amish Grace and Invictus as springboards to our discussion about the
nature of forgiveness. If you have questions contact Roland at
[email protected].
Women’s Circles
Sarah Circle meets the first Tuesday of every month at 9:30 a.m. and
Elisabeth Circle meets the first Wednesday of every month at 1:00
p.m. As part of each meeting there will be discussion of the book For
Everything There is A Season by Joan Chittister. Through the famous
verses of Ecclesiastes, Joan Chittister reflects on these timeless
themes: the purpose and value of human life, the balance of joy,
sorrow, work and rest, love and loss. Friendship and laughter,
patience and sorrow, humility and compassion, from birth through
death - all these are God’s gifts to us, the precious moments of life
itself.
St. Michael’s Lutheran Church
1660 W. County Road B, Roseville, MN 55113; 651-631-1510
www.stmichaelselca
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Religion In Life
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