Lenten Studies

2010

The Extraordinary Power of Ordinary Things

I'm sure that most of us know that a simple things like optimism and being surrounded by green living things (plants) can make a difference in our lives, but what about nothing, risk, unhappiness, dirt, and bugs? According to Larry Dossey, MD, all these and a few more simple things can have a profound influence on our well being. Find out more as we explore "The Extraordinary Healing Power of Ordinary Things : Fourteen Natural Steps to Health and Happiness" by Larry Dossey, MD.
Begins the week of February 22nd:
• Thursdays at 3:00 p.m.
• Fridays at 7:30 p.m.
• Click Here to join the discussion through our on-line Google Group the StJamesLounge
 
For more information please contact the church office at 416.622.4113.
 
Download the .pdf versions of the study guides as they become available:
Week 1: Chapter 1 Optimism
Week 2: Chapter 6 Music
Week 3: Chapter 7 Risk
Week 4: Chapter 8 Unhappiness
Week 5: Chapter 11 Nothing

2009

The Emerging Christian Way

A collection of essays and articles exploring a variety of views on what it means to be a Christian and live God's love and hope on earth here and now.
Begins the week of March 9:
• Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m.
• Thursdays at 3:00 p.m.
• Fridays at 7:30 p.m.
• Click Here to join the discussion through our on-line Google Group the StJamesLounge
 
For more information please contact the church office at 416.622.4113.
 
Download the .pdf versions of the study guides as they become available:
Session 1: Chapter 1
Session 2: Chapter 6
Session 3: Chapters 7 and 9
Session 4: Chapters 14 and Conclusion

2008

Light From Many Lamps
Our Lenten Home Study will look at short stories from other faith traditions along with those from the Christian Faith. Through discussing the similarities and differences we will learn more about others and deepen our own faith. A group meets at the church on Thursdays at 7:30 pm beginning February 14th.  All are welcome.

For other groups please contact the church.

Click on the Week below to download a .pdf copy of the readings for that week.
 
Week 1 (Week of February 11)  Introduction and Muslim Stories
Week 2  (Week of February 18) Jewish Stories 
Week 3  (Week of February 25) Buddhist Stories
Week 4  (Week of March 3) Hindu Stories
Week 5  (Week of March 10) Sikh Stories