UCov U
in-depth learning for the everyday person
Do you want to grow spiritually?UCov U is a series of courses for developing a Christian heart, mind, and hands. These courses area designed for the everyday person to learn more about their faith, develop a closer walk with God, and practice living a life fully devoted to following Christ. Deepen your spiritual walk through two options:
• Certificate Program. Complete all 10 core classes, 2 for-credit elective classes, and 1 biblical studies elective (13 courses total). For most courses there will be assignments that will require 1 to 2 hours of work each week, plus there may be a final project requiring several hours of work. The certificate is designed to be completed in 2 years with regular participation (or longer at a more leisurely pace). To receive credit for a course, student must pass assignments and attend at least 3 of the 4 class sessions.
• Audit. Participate and learn, but opt out of the final project and homework assignments. Or, you can participate in a lighter version of homework to get more out of the class.
For details on the certificate program, click here for FAQs.• Audit. Participate and learn, but opt out of the final project and homework assignments. Or, you can participate in a lighter version of homework to get more out of the class.
core classes
Each class is four weeks long and starts at the beginning of the month. Pre-registration is recommended as class space is limited and classes are first-come, first served. Click here to register.Biblical Studies and History
• Great Themes of the Old Testament• Great Themes of the New Testament
• The Ethics of Jesus
• Interpreting the Bible
• Christian History: Our Spiritual Roots
Spiritual Formation and Discipleship
• Developing a Christian Mind• The Life God Intends
• Developing a Christian Heart and Soul
• Building a Contagious Faith
• Ministry Life and Gifting: What Did God Make Me to Do?
materials
Class registration is free. Handouts and worksheets are provided; each student is asked to bring a 3-ring binder and to purchase the book assigned for readings for each class. (Not all classes will have a book, but those that do will typically have a book that costs anywhere from $10-15. Or you can buy them used on Amazon for a few dollars.) If you have a question about what books will be used, please contact us below.fall
SEPTEMBER
Great Themes of the New Testament? (Elective class)
Most of us know the familiar stories and passages from the New Testament,but do you really have a grasp of its great themes and whole arc? If you want to get a better handle on the New Testament as a whole, then this short course is for you. We will take a grand tour of the New Testament literature and history, as well as go behind the scenes and look at how it all came to be.
· September 12, 19, 26, Oct 3 · 9:30 am · Room 109
· Instructor: Larry Lagerstrom
Click here to register.
Celebrating Goodness: Exploring Celtic Spirituality Through the Gospel of John (Elective class)
Join us in addressing the goodness of God, the goodness of humankind, and the goodness of Creation. During this 8-week experience, we will share stories of Jesus from the Gospel of John, create visual expressions of the “good life with God,” and develop a personal design to help us embrace God’s goodness in our everyday lives. This experience is designed for 8 to 12 persons, and a cost for the materials is $15 per person.
· September 12, 19, 26, Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 · 9:30 am · Room 109
· Instructor: Ron Lagerstrom
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Questions? Contact: Larry Lagerstrom
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