New MCNL Bible Initiative Growing Leaders Within Our Province

Wherefore take up the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and, having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having girded your loins with truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; withal taking up the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the evil [one].  And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: with all prayer and supplication praying at all seasons in the Spirit, and watching thereunto in all perseverance and supplication for all the saints, And on my behalf, that utterance may be given unto me in opening my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak.  ^{Ephesians 6:13-20}
The new MCNL Bible Initiative is an integrated bible learning opportunity for all Labrador Moravians interested in furthering their knowledge of God's Word so they can better live out life Jesus called us to and strengthen our witness of Him in our lives.  The Bible Initiative is a bible survey examining each book of the bible; Old and New Testament, in a general but impacting and exciting way. 

This integrated program takes into account different learning styles and seeks to present different ways to 'hear' the Word.  Some of these ways include:  reading, listening, interacting with other bible students both online, on our new blog, on Skype, and in-person class-time.  Engaging in discussion and being challenged helps us in our learning thereby being better equipped to live what we learn and share it with others.

The online lecture series we're participating in is called "Dimensions of the Faith" offered by Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary.  It is offered in different formats for your convenience; online (free), CDs (small charge). The online lecture series coordinates with a workbook either online or paper (downloadable) so you can take notes as you listen.  Lectures can be easily repeated in case you need to hear a portion repeated for better understanding.

 As our faith is rooted in the context of God's people, discussion between students and instructor is important and a benefit for all.  The MCNL Bible Initiative provides discussion in three ways. 

1)     You will find online discussion boards on the "Dimensions of the Faith" to help you learn with others as they also progress through the bible material.  You can interact with other students from around the world on the same material as you're learning simply by entering into a question of your choice.

2)     You also have the opportunity to talk with the other Labrador students and a minister via our scheduled Skype group discussions held once-a-month. 

3)     You also have the opportunity to talk, ask questions, and work out your understandings and challenges of your learning when we meet together in person as a group (individual communities) also once a month. 

 

Contact Information:  Rev. Glenna J. Tasedan, 709-899-4551 or gjtasedan@gmail.com

 

Get going today.  All are welcome.

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