Bible Studies & Discussion Groups

Go deeper with the week’s scripture and sermon. All are welcome!

For more information, contact Addie Vortherms, Director of Programs.


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Not Your Ordinary Bible Study
with Dr. Jim Keck

Thursdays, Noon-1:00pm, meets in the
Choir Room

A spiritual adventure using the Bible to launch the imagination, and catapult us into far-ranging topics of real interest.

NEW! Zoom Online Sessions:

  • Thursday, February 22, 7:00-7:30pm
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  • Thursday, March 21, 7:00-7:30pm
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Tuesday Morning Bible Study

Tuesdays, 9:30-11:00am, Calvert Parlor. Led by Carolyn Zeisset.

This group will pause for summer break, and will resume in September 2023.

Greco-Roman, Hebrew, & Gospel Wonders, Signs, & Miracles. Oct. 17-Nov. 21

Mary's Precedents.  Dec. 5-19

Theology On Tap

Hear some of the favorite stories that Jesus told, and discover how these ancient stories are still important to our flourishing.

November 6 – Thus Says the Lord: Prophets, Seers, and Amateurs

December 4 – Christmas Deconstructed: A Virgin, a Baby, and Lots of Company

 
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Women’s Circle 3 Bible Study

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Discovering God’s Extravagant Love in Unexpected Places by Lisa Harper

2nd Wednesdays, September – May, 10:00-11:30am, Pilgrim Hall. Led by KJ Langlais. Members of Circle 3 describe this group as fun, sassy, authentic, and uplifting. Join us for this year’s group as we dive into a new book by Lisa Harper with videos and discussion, all while growing in faith, and making meaningful friendships. 

Books will be available at the first meeting September 13th for a suggested price ($16.00). Contact kj@firstplymouth.org with questions.

After The Amen

Postponed until 2024.

 

 Discussion Groups

Morning Prayer

Monday-Friday, 8:00-8:15am, online via Zoom. The self-led group is a community of prayer and fellowship that welcomes you wherever you are on your life and faith journey. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9658320395

Men’s Lunch & Conversation with Dr. Keck

1st and 3rd Wed (September-May), Noon-1:00pm, via Zoom. Led by Dr. Jim Keck. Spiritual and current event discussion. Email Addie for the Zoom link.

Sunday Morning Group

Sundays (September - May) 9:00-10:00am, Calvert Parlor. Discussion on current events, theology, and comparative religions. Group led discussions.

A Course in Miracles

Mondays 7:00pm online via Zoom. A curriculum for those seeking to achieve spiritual transformation. The underlying premise is that the greatest “miracle” is the act of simply gaining a full "awareness of love's presence" in one's own life.

Between Services Book Discussion
Sundays, (September -May), 9:45-10:30am, Tower Room. Coordinated by Penny Larsen.

Early Bird Discussion for Women

1st and 3rd Friday (September -May), 8:30-9:30am, Calvert Parlor. Group led discussions, guest speakers and programs. Open to all women in the community. Group coordinator Karen Buchfinck.

Contemplative Prayer Group

Contemplative Practices will resume Thursday, September 11, 2023. We’ll be drawing on the wisdom of a few books as we increase the length of our time in silence together. Join us from 1:15-2:15pm on the first and third Thursdays through May 2024 Led by Spiritual Director Jeanne Johnson.

Climate Action Team (CAT)

Members of the Climate Action Team (CAT) have a passion for preventing and mitigating the impacts of climate change at the individual, local, state, federal and international levels. Learn more

Monthly Book Discussion

3rd Tuesday, 11:30am-12:30pm in Room 207W. Group led. Contact Nancy.

Early Risers Group for Men

2nd and 4th Wednesday (September-May) | (2nd Wednesday June-August), 7:00-8:00am  in Pilgrim Hall Coordinated by Bob Bartle. Study spiritual issues as they relate to current events.

Early Birds Group for Men

Thursday, 8:00-9:00am, Calvert Parlor. Coordinated by Bob Reeves and Ray Zeisset.
Stimulating book discussion and a light breakfast.