Registration opens soon for 2015-2016 Lay School classes. The Lay School of Theology is a program of informal, non-credit classes taught by seminary professors for people who want to learn more about matters relating to their Christian faith and life.
Fall classes are scheduled Oct. 12-Nov. 9. Register today at www.luthersem.edu/layschool.
Acts: New Communities by God’s Grace
In the book of Acts, Jesus is no longer just down the road, able to explain to his uncertain disciples what to do next. The disciples faced the reality of figuring out a way to witness in a complex world of many religions and cultures. In our new age, is community still important? How do we form it, find leaders, value leadership? How do we sustain communities, care for God’s people and bring along new generations? How do we interpret our Scripture in a modern context?
Instructor: Sarah Henrich, Professor Emeritus of New Testament
Jesus the Savior
This course will take up salvation by going through the Three Days of the Cross, the Descent into Hell and the Resurrection. Our first focus will be the Bible and the way Paul preaches about these three things, as well as how evangelists tell the story. Then we will look at the way the church has taught these Three Days, including Luther’s famous theology of the cross and communication of attributes. We’ll also consider how these work in the liturgy. Finally, we will consider how to listen to preaching of Christ’s death and resurrection. Webcast available.
Instructor: Steve Paulson, Professor of Systematic Theology
Martin Luther—A Grand Assortment of Insights, Part 1 (500)
As we approach 2017, the celebration of the Reformation’s 500th anniversary, we will consider the influence of Martin Luther on theology, the church and culture. Hear Luther Seminary’s professors reflect on how Luther’s insights have impacted their teaching areas.
Instructors: Lois Malcolm, Professor of Systematic Theology—“The Holy Spirit and Luther;” Craig Koester, Asher O. and Carrie Nasby Professor of New Testament—“Luther and the New Testament;” Michael Chan, Assistant Professor of Old Testament—“Luther and the Old Testament;” Gary Simpson, Northwestern Lutheran Theological Seminary Professor of Theology—“Luther and Political Power;” Dirk Lange, Associate Professor of Worship—“Luther: Worship Disrupts Theology!”
For more information about classes, location, schedule and cost, visit us online at www.luthersem.edu/layschool.