2008 Cooperative School of Christian Mission
Theme: Living the Sacred
"God saw everything that he had made, and indeed, it was very good" concludes the unfolding story of God's creation of the earth and all its living creatures as revealed in Geneses, Chapter1. How are we as God's people to understand the story in the midst of human acts of racism, violence, and earthly destruction?
Native American traditions teach us that creation includes all that comes from God and all that comes from the heart and mind of God is Sacred. To believe in Jesus is to love as God loved and live as Christ lived, valuing all creation.
As followers of Christ, as Christians in community, let us deepen our understanding of what it means to live in sacred harmony. Then, let us walk together in ways that lead to peace and reconciliation.
"The earth is the Lord's and all that is in it" (Psalm 24:1)
FREE REGISTRATION
Encourage a young person that has not attended school before, ages 19 to 35, to register for the full school at either site and upon the receipt of their registration form, you will receive a $40 credit for your full school registration fee!
Dates & Locations
JULY 11 TO 13, 2008
Georgian Court University, Lakewood
Dean: Rev B.J. Kim
A.D.: Lee Manns (856) 795-3247
JULY 25 TO 27, 2008
Centenary College, Hackettstown
Dean: Rev B.J. Kim
A.D.: Rev Anna Thomas
Topic & Studies
- I Believe In Jesus
The study deals with four key components, namely (a) the gift of faith in Jesus Christ, (b) the meaning of faith in Jesus, (c) whose faith counts and (d) faith in Jesus in a post-modern world. As we enter into a new millennium, we again hear the voices of those who challenge any notions of knowing Jesus other than through their particular ways. The issue of how we discern what is faithful to the Gospel message is an ongoing theological task of the church. Intentional efforts to come to know the experience of God of persons from other living faiths of the world, however, affirm for us that God's mercy and God's mystery is beyond our understanding.
Lead by Rev John Morrison & Rev Dr Lloyd Terrel
- Israel / Palestine
This study will help the participants to learn about the history and complexities of relationships between Israel and Palestine. We will explore and understand concepts of security and freedom that dominate the lives of these peoples. This study will challenge participants to move through tolerance and respect to achieve a just peace.
Led by Sally VanderLoof & Rev David Ravinder
- Giving our Hearts Away: Native American Survival
The purposes of this study are to learn about the inter-relatedness between the indigenous peoples and their land, to identify selected key issues affecting the Native Americans in the US and to examine the root causes of these issues, to understand and appreciate the "Give Away" culture of the Native Americans in the areas of spirituality, ecology, language, storytelling, food and to lead the participants to act as responsible US citizens and Christians in accompaniment and solidarity with Native Americans.
Lead by Lynn Fenstermacher
- Conference Study
Faithful Witnesses, the first resource book of The Academy of Mission Renewal, a mission education program of the General Board of Global Ministries, offers a United Methodist perspective on Christian Mission. The text connects the United Methodist Theological Task from the Book of Discipline with the current mission program goals of the denomination's mission agency. This study will engage individuals in seeking a deeper biblical and theological understanding of what it means to be part of God's Mission in the world, and are encouraged to define and articulate their own mission theology as faithful witnesses of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Faithful Witnesses
United Methodist Theology of Mission
By John Edward Nuessle; Study Guide by Diana L. Hynson
$14.95; Paperback
Publication date March 1, 2008
ISBN 978-1-933663-19-7
Available through Cokesbury:
Online at http://gbgm-umc.org/e-store (20% discoiunt)
Phone orders: 1-800-672-1789The Academy of Mission Renewal...for the study of mission. For more information, visit our website at: http://academyofmissionrenewal.org
- Language Class
Korean - Hackettstown only
Spanish - (Lakewood site only) Lead by Lysette Perez
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Focus Groups
Lakewood
- Flowers of the Bible with David Van Sciver
- Underground Railroad & Folklore of the Quilt with Carole Nelson
- Liturgical Dance with Dajhia Ingram
- Does Money Matter with Douglas Radley
- Another view of Israel/Palestine with Michael Perloff
- Stephen Ministries with Barbara Smyth and Norma Whitcraft
- Golf Cart Tour with Scripture
Hackettstown
- Underground Railroad and Quilting with Carole Nelson
- Steven's Ministry with Barbara Smyth
- Worship Arts with Hillary Johnson
- Interpersonal Relationships within the church with Rev Dr Solomon Tivade
- Israel and Palestine with Rabbi Lewiseron
- General Conference 08 at Texas with Major Maryjane Baska
- Liturgical Dance with Dajhia Ingram
- Historical Tour of Centenary College
Tentative Schedule for Both Schools
(Subject to Change)
Friday
2:00 Staff Meeting
3:00 - 7:00 Registration
5:00 Newcomers Orientation
6:00 - 7:00 Dinner
7:00 - 8:15 Opening Session
8:15 - 10:15 Classes
10:30 - 11:15 Social Hour
Saturday
7:00 - 7:45 Bible Study (Optional)
7:30 - 8:30 Breakfast
8:30 Music
8:45 Community Gathering
9:15 Study/Resource/Books
10:00 - 12:00 Classes
12:00 - 1:30 Lunch
1:30 - 3:00 Focus Groups
3:15 - 5:15 Classes
5:30 - 6:00 Choir/Resource/Crafts
6:15 Dinner
7:30 Music
7:45 Gathering/Plenary
Refreshments/Music/Bible Study
Sunday
7:00 - 7:45 Bible Study (Optional)
7:30 - 8:15 Breakfast
8:15 - 10:45 Classes
11:00 Community Gathering
**** Check out before Noon
12:15 Lunch
Adults, don't forget to bring?..
Your Bible, comfortable (informal) clothing and shoes; a sweater; any medications you may need; eyeglasses; note paper; pens/pencils; your textbooks; a book bag; bathing suit; and an enthusiastic spirit!
Payments & Refund Policy
No registration will be processed until all fees are received. Tuition fees are not refundable or transferable. Other fees paid are refundable if cancellation is received on or before July 15 for Hackettstown or July 1 for Lakewood.
No refunds will be made after July 15 for Hackettstown or July 1 for Lakewood.
Download Brochure (Registration, Scholarship Application)
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