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He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not.

John 1:10 (NRSV)

W INTER 2011 BIBLE CLASSESJANUARY 24th - APR IL 12th

400 West 95th Street. Chicago, IL 60628

773.966.1507

[email protected]

Rev. Otis Moss In Senior PastorRev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Ir., Pastor Emeritus

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THE CENTER FOR AFRICAN BIBLICAL STUDIES

MISSION STATEMENT

THE M ISSION

The Center for African Biblical Studies is African-centered ... seeking to implement

and promote Bible study through an Africentric lens; Africentric, because we believe inthe necessity to rediscover and reclaim our cultural heritage. To this end, the Center is

responsible for the developing, planning, scheduling, and facilitating Bible study courses

throughout the year, using an Africentric lens that empowers us as we honor Christ,

engage in our Community, and celebrate our Culture.

THE M IN ISTRY

In obedience to our lord's command, "Go ye therefore and teach all nations," in

response to this command, the ministry of the Center for African Biblical Studies is

to provide a teaching and learning experience that is grounded in the word of God

as it explores the Bible as an ancient and sacred text and draws from the wisdom ofcontemporary biblical, ethical and theological scholars; acknowledges and celebrates

the African spirituality; the African origins of Christianity and the heritage of the Black

church in North America and other parts of the Diaspora; honors and values the cultural

giftedness of persons of African descent in ways that bring together the sacred and the

secular across generations.

Deacon Sh irle y B ims -E llis , D ir ec to r

Study to show thyself approved unto God,

a workman that needeth not to be ashamed,rightly dividing the word of truth.

II Timothy 2:15 (KJV)

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MONDAY MORNING CLASS

January 24th - March 28th 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

GOD'S WORD & MY SALVATION - PART I

Rev. Carl Spencer

Textbook: Study Bible

This class explores the history and structure of the Bible and introduces students to reference

materials required for biblical study. Students also study some of the most prominent

covenants God made with His people.

Prerequisites: Unashamedly Black and Unapologetically Christian, Space for God, Bible Basics

TUESDAY M ORNING CLASS

January 25th - March 29th 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN'S GOD TALK(WOMANIST THEOLOGY)

Dr. Linda Thomas

Textbook: New Faith: A Black Christian Woman's Guide to Reformation, Re-Creation,

Rediscovery, Renaissance, Resurrection and Revival

Students continue tapping into their inner power with God to become spiritually well. Join in on

the discussion of God's plan in your life and examine how to realize the power within yourself.

Prerequisites: None '

AFRICAN PRESENCEIN THE BIBLE

Brother Antoine Crenshaw

Textbook: Atlas of Slavery/Study Bible

This study seeks to provide the missing link that connects the people of Africa, in the biblical

text, to the African slaves and all persons of African descent now living in the Diaspora.

Prerequisites: Unashamedly Black and Unapologetically Christian, Space for God, Bible Basics,

God's Word and My Salvation, Biblical Authority, Old Testament Parts I & II, New Testament

OLDTESTAMENT PART I

Sister Dubra Lazard

Textbook: Exploring the Old Testament/Study Bible

Students receive an overview of the books of Law and History from Genesis-Esther.


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THURSDAY MORN ING CLASSESJanuary 27th - March 31st 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

BIBLEBASICS

Rev. Penny Willis

Textbook: Study Bible/Handouts

This class explores the history and structure of the Bible and introduces students to reference

materials required for biblical study. Students also study some of the most prominent

covenants God made with his people, maps and selected events.

Prerequisites: Unashamedly Black and Unapologetically Christian, Space for God

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EXODUS

Sister Frances Harris

Textbook: Study Bible/Maps

Students continue the journey of examining the Israelite family through the Book of Exodus and

examining issues of liberation, faith, obedience and leadership.


God's Word and My Salvation, Biblical Authority, Old Testament Parts I & II, New Testament,

African Presence in the Bible

NEW TESTAMENT

Rev. Carl Spencer

Textbook: Exploring the New Testament/Study Bible

This class provides students with an overview of the twenty-seven books of the New Testament.


God's Word and My Salvation, Biblical Authority, Old Testament Parts I & II

MONDAY EVENING CLASSES

January 24th - March 28th 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

ANONYMOUS: JESUS' HIDDEN YEARS AND YOURS

(beginning February 14th - March 21st; Saturday, March 26th - 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.)

Rev.Stacey Edwards-Dunn

Textbook: Anonymous: Jesus' Hidden Yearsand YoursDo you struggle with delayed dreams? Do you find yourself waiting during the pauses in your life,

leading to self-doubt, anxiety or making you feel spiritually discouraged? In this class, students

explore, through Jesus' hidden moments of life, how God takes these anonymous seasons and

teaches us not to rush, but to rest and recognize our potential to grow and learn.

Prerequisites: None

BIBLE BASICS

Deacon Sheryll Bray/Deacon Lawrence Myles


Students explore the history and structure of the Bible and are introduced to the reference

materials required to study. The course also covers some of the most prominent covenants God

made with his people.

Prerequisites: Unashamedly Black and Unapologetically Christian, Space for God

BIBLICAL AUTHORITY

Sister Tennille Power

Textbook: Study Bible/Handout

Students examine the different perspectives from which the Bible is interpreted, studied and/

or understood. Explore the impact that social location, conservatism, liberalism and scholarly

approaches have on the interpretation of Scripture. Prerequisites: Unashamedly Black and

Unapologetically Christian, Space for God, Bible Basics, God's Word and My Salvation


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SPACEFORGOD

Deacon Jacquie Lindsey

Textbook: Space for God/Study Bible

This class examines the importance of makingspace for God through the practice of prayer,

spiritual insight, meditation and journaling.

Prerequisites: Unashamedly Black Unapologetically Christian

TUESDAY EVENING CLASSES

February 1st - April 12th 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

LET'STALKSWAHILIBrother louis McEwing

Textbook: Teach Yourself Swahili

Have you ever wanted to learn to speak, understand and/or write Swahili? Well here's your

chance. learn biblical passages, the lord's Prayer, standard greetings, and much more.

Prerequisites: None

TRAVELING LIGHT

Rev. Dr. Clyde White

Textbook: Traveling Light/Study Bible

This class explores the issues and burdens that we hold on to instead of giving them to God.

Students will examine how to literally let Go and let God!

Prerequisites: None

UNASHAMEDLY BLACKAND UNAPOLOGETICALLYCHRISTIAN



Students study the history and doctrines of both our denomination, the United Church of Christ

and Trinity United Church of Christ. The class also explores the relationship between the local

church and the denomination. All are invited, but it's a "must take" for UCC members.

Prerequisites: None

WEDNESDAY EVENING CLASSES

January 26th - March 30th 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

NEW BEGINNINGSDeacon Brenda Vance


New Beginnings is a class that is designed to enhance your Sunday morning worship experience.

This fascinating course will explain each facet of the service, beginning with the Praise service

and ending with the benediction. The purpose of the sacraments on the altar will be shared.

We will accentuate the correlation of the scripture, songs and sermon. After completing this

class, your Sunday morning worship will never be the same. Prerequisites: None

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OLD TESTAMENT PART,I

Brother Antoine Crenshaw

Textbook: Exploring the New Testament/Study Bible

Students receive an overview of the books of Law and History from Genesis-Esther.


God's Word and My Salvation, Biblical Authority

GOD'S WORD & MY SALVATION - PART I

Rev. Sandra Florentino Hutchins


This class explores some of the most puzzling subjects and frequently asked questions in theBible. Come and find out for yourself what the Bible really says about Holy Spirit, Sin, Faith,

Prayer and much, much more.

Prerequisites: Unashamedly Black and Unapologetically Christian, Space for God, Bible Basics

R EM EM BE R W E DN ES DA Y'N IGH T PRAYER SERV ICE - 7:1 4 p.m.If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray,

and seek my face, and turn from their wicked way?; then will I hear from

heaven and willforgive their sin, and will heal their land.

II Chronicles 7:14 (KJV)

TH UR SD AY E VE NIN G C LA SS ES

January 27th - April 7th 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

WHAT MAKES YOU SOSTRONG?

Rev. Donna Freeman

Textbook: What Makes You SoStrong?/Study Bible

This class explores ten sermons written by our Pastor Emeritus, Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright.

Each sermon provides insights, truths and disarming close ups of saints and sinners. Students

learn how to gather the joy and strength that is the joy and strength that is promised in the

salvation of Jesus Christ.


God's Word & My Salvation Part I

OLD TESTAMENT PARTII

Deacon Joe Griffith

Textbook: Exploring the Old Testament/Study Bible

Students receive an overview of the books of Poetry and Prophecy, from Job to the Song of

Solomon.


God's Word and My Salvation, Biblical Authority, Old Testament Part I




SYNOPTIC GOSPELS-PARTII

Rev. Dr. Norval Brown

Textbook: Gospel Parallels/Study Bible •

This class continues the examination of the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke to point

out both the similarities and differences in each of the stories of Jesus and faith through the

different contexts of the author.

Prerequisites: Unashamedly Black Unapologetically Christian, Space for God, Bible Basics,

God's Word and My Salvation, Biblical Authority, Old Testament Parts I &11,New Testament,

African Presence in the Bible

BOOK OF JEREMIAH

Rev. Will iam Vance


This class does a thorough study of Jeremiah and his prophetic ministry. Students will learn

how to live in disruptive times by following the path the Prophet Jeremiah took in listening and

discerning the Word of God.

Prerequisites: None /

S AT URDAY E VE NIN G C lA SS ES

January 29th - April ,2nd 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

FOR MEN ONLY

Deacon Richard Sewell

Textbook: Biblical Faith and the Black American

Students study how the theme of liberation speaks to Black people, as well as all oppressed

people from the pages of both the Old and New Testaments. The course discusses basic

Christian concepts in the tight of the author's study of Scripture.

Prerequisites: None

FOR WOMEN ONLY


Textbook: Certain Women Called by Christ/Study Bible

Students study what God says about women in the church, and how women have a vital role

in the life of the church. Students are challenged to keep their eyes on Christ and how Christ

\, interfaces with their lives in the home, in the church and in the world.

Prerequisites: None "




SUNDAY MORNING CLASS

9:30 a.m. - Room 203

B IBLE D IS CO VER Y H OU R

Deacon Joe Griffith


Discover what it means to be on this Christian journey according to the Bible, and how to apply

that knowledge to the challenges we face daily.

Prerequisites: None

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AFRIC AN PR ESEN CE IN TH E BIBLE

B IB LE BASICS

B IB L ICA L AUTHOR IT Y

EXODUS

GOD 'S W OR D & MY SALVATIO N PAR TS I & II

N EW T ES TAME NT

OLD TESTAMENT PARTS I & II

SPAC E F OR G OD

T RA VE LIN G L IG HT

U NASH AMEDLY BLAC K AND

UNAPOLOGET IC AL LY CHRIS TIA N

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