Our Wednesday morning Bible study has begun with a new book, I & II Kings!  It's a story of Israelite kings and prophets of the Old Testament, people like Solomon and Elijah, who often clash.  The two books narrate the gradual decline of the quality of the monarchy, which led the nation into idolatry and injustice, resulting in their conquest and enslavement by the Babylonian Empire.  Palace intrigue, forbidden affairs, and plenty of gory violence abound.   

 

We meet in Board Hall from 9:45 - 11:00.  About 20 people currently participate, and there's always room for more.  We start by reading aloud a chapter or a portion of a chapter.  We look at the text, and we search for additional meaning "in between the lines" and behind the text.  What were the authors trying to do when they wrote this?  In others words, why did this write this the way that they did?  How would the original readers and hearers have responded?  And, of course, what does it mean for our daily life in the world?   

 

After this 25 minute review, we ask questions and share insights.  Led by Father Michael.