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A Banquet From the Old Testament
Don’t let your mind rot this summer! The third annual St. Peter’s Theology Summer School offers classes to inform, inspire and challenge on Sunday mornings, and Monday and Wednesday evenings during June and July.
Sunday Mornings, 10:30 - 11:05 am
Knowing Jesus Through the Old Testament
Led by Fr. Michael Petty, Associate Rector for Adult Education
June 8 - August 3
We can know about Jesus by reading the four Gospels but also by reading the story within which Jesus found himself and understood himself: the Old Testament. This class will engage with the Old Testament to see how Jesus discerned his vocation to fulfill the calling that God had placed before Israel. Participants will gain a new understanding of the Old Testament as well as deeper insight into Jesus. Led by Fr. Michael Petty.
Monday Evenings, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
C. S. Lewis Summer Academy: The Screwtape Letters
Led by Fr. Michael Petty, Associate Rector for Adult Education
July 7 - 28
St. Peter’s C.S. Lewis Summer Academy will focus on the theme “How Not to Have a Spiritual Life: The Screwtape Letters”. The Screwtape Letters are fictional letters from a senior devil to a junior devil offering advice on how to destroy a person’s faith or at least render a person ineffective as a Christian. The Academy will meet on the four Monday nights in July from 6:30—8:00 pm. To register contact Fr. Petty. Copies of The Screwtape Letters can be found in St. Peter’s Book Cellar.
Wednesday Evenings, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
The Old Testament consists of three principal divisions, The Law, The Prophets and The Writings. This year’s Theology Summer School will focus on one book from each of these divisions:
The Psalms: Passion, Promise and Praise
Led by Carol Long, Director of Spiritual Formation
June 4 - July 30
The Book of Psalms was the Church’s first Prayer Book. This class will examine the deep theology and spirituality of the Psalms through reading Scripture, group discussion and theological refection. After introducing the Psalms, the class will go on to consider the themes of God’s work in history, trust, lament and praise ad these are reflected in selected Psalms.
The Prophet Jeremiah
Led by Kevin Johnson, Duke Fellow
June 4 - July 30
The personality and struggles of the prophet Jeremiah come to the fore of this important book. Over a period of 10 weeks this class will consider Jeremiah’s call and sufferings as well as the themes of Israel’s unfaithfulness, God’s judgment and grace and Israel’s hope of restoration. In each session, emphasis will be placed on what we can learn from Jeremiah’s urgent message today. .
The Book of Exodus
Led by Fr. Michael Petty.
June 4 - July 30
The Book of Exodus continues the drama begun in Genesis showing how God makes good on his promise to create a faithful people. Israel is rescued from a situation of apparent hopelessness and despair, brought to Mt. Sinai to enter into a covenant with God and then instructed on what it means to be God’s people. By considering this important biblical book, this class will focus on key issues like the character of God, the centrality of covenant, the meaning of faithfulness and the importance of worship.
In addition the following classes are also offered:
Whose Story Is It, Anyway? Radical Biblical Storytelling
Led by Bev Lewis, Network of Biblical Storytellers and Academy of Biblical Storytellers
June 4 - July 30
The history of religions shows that spiritual vitality is directly related to knowing sacred stories by heart and telling them to others. We’ll discover "why-to" and "how-to" analysis of scripture to restore the physical reality to these stories of real people. In this exploratory ensemble biblical storytelling class, we’ll learn to see -–and perform--God’s word in an unforgettable way.
Breaking Free: Making Liberty in Christ a Reality in Life (Beth Moore Bible Study)
Led by Kris Bowers and Kathy Ciarlariello
May 28 - August 6
This class is a study of the Scriptures aimed at discovering the transforming power of Christian freedom. This 11 week study, which makes use of video segments featuring Beth Moore, will help participants to remove obstacles from their lives which hinder their relationship with God and to progress on a journey toward greater freedom in Christ. This class is open to all women; high school and college age women are especially encouraged to participate.
Young Adult Book Study & Fellowship:
Discerning God's Purpose for Our Lives
Leaders: Scott and Katherine Balog
Resumes June 4
If you are in your twenties or thirties and seeking a deeper and closer relationship with God and to identify the purpose that He has for your life, then we invite you to participate in our Young Adult Book Study on Wednesday nights. We'll first meet for dinner at 5:00 pm and then begin our study at 6:30 pm. All are welcome: singles, couples, young marrieds, and young families with kids (child care will be provided). Our time together will offer a special opportunity to connect with other young adults in meaningful conversation and fellowship as we continue our study of Rick Warren’s “The Purpose Driven Life.” Even if you weren't able to join us in our Fall study, or if you've already read the book, we sincerely hope that you will join us on our journey as we grow together in our relationship with God. There is no cost for this class.
To register, contact Fr. Michael Petty at 701-0664, x-19 or mpetty@saint-peters.net.
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Welcome to the Academy of St. Peter! The Academy offers adults opportunities for learning. Classes are open to any interested person. For more detailed descriptions of classes, contact Fr. Michael Petty at 701-0664, x-19, or 
St. Peter's Theology Summer School