SPACE FOR WORSHIP Although Christians may worship anywhere we usually have a specific place for worship. We’ll discern some of the principles that stand behind the work of church architects, and explore by video some of the great worship spaces around the world. Along the way, we may discover ways in which our current worship spaces can function more effectively as proclaimers of the Gospel. Lots of information, pictures, and lively conversation. ~ Pastor Elkin, St. Mark’s

“AND A LITTLE CHILD WILL LEAD THEM” Have you ever wondered why Jesus played with children and taught adults, while we do just the opposite? Every once-in-a-while we have a chance to see things from Jesus’ point of view, and over the next few weeks, we will do just that. This course will help us see the wisdom of children in ways that surprise the adults around them. Through a series of quiet, and often overlooked films, we will be taught a few things about ourselves and our world, seen through the eyes of children. Join us and see what we’re talking about.

October 7 – MILLIONS The year is 1999, and the United Kingdom is about to join the European Union. When Damian’s cardboard playhouse is hit by a suitcase filled with money, Damian is convinced he has received a gift from God. Damian is eager to share the wealth with those in need, but his older brother, Anthony, has other ideas, and their father is just befuddled. Find our what happens in this film that the Wall Street Journal called “Joyously Funny!” You won’t be disappointed.

October 14 – PAPER CLIPS This is a true story about middle-school students in Whitby, Tennessee, who wanted to do something different to help them understand the Holocaust. What they did opened their eyes, made national headlines, and brought them international acclaim. When you see what they did, you won’t forget it.

October 21 – AKEELAH AND THE BEE Akeelah Anderson acquired her love of words from her father, who was shot dead while walking home one night. As she tries to come to grips with her loss, she enters her school’s spelling bee, which she wins. Still, it’s a long way to Washington, DC, and the Scripps National Spelling Bee, but every journey has to start someplace. Take that first step with her, and you’ll stay for the whole the ride.

October 28 – BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE When Opal moves to a small Florida town with her preacher father, she’s the ‘new kid’ who doesn’t know anyone. She adopts a stray mutt, just to have a friend, and because of Winn-Dixie, life changes: for Opal, her father, and the misfits around them. USA Today called the film, “sweet, touching, and funny;” you’ll likely form your own opinion, all because of Winn-Dixie.

PERICOPE STUDY “Pericope” is a fancy term for the Bible passages chosen for the coming weeks. Join area pastors as they read the lessons, delve into the background of each lesson, and discuss together how best to get its message said clearly in this time and place. This is always a lively one-hour conversation, led by a different pastor each week.

LSM’s School of Religion

Wednesday afternoonsOct. 7, 14, 21, & 28 from 1:30 ~ 3:30

at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church

Wednesday afternoons
Oct. 7, 14, 21, & 28 from 1:30 ~ 3:30