Connections

Connections is a discussion-based class that explores a reading, podcast, or video that has been shared before the class meeting. The gathering is mostly member-led, with occasional conversations facilitated by pastoral staff. Reading or listening ahead is helpful, but not required.

Discussion of N.T. Wright’s podcast:

What is Prayer, really?

Listen here.

Connections

Connections is a discussion-based class that explores a reading, podcast, or video that has been shared before the class meeting. The gathering is mostly member-led, with occasional conversations facilitated by pastoral staff. Reading or listening ahead is helpful, but not required.

Discussion of scholar N.T. Wright’s podcast:

Pain and Suffering, Part 2

Listen here.

Connections

Connections is a discussion-based class that explores a reading, podcast, or video that has been shared before the class meeting. The gathering is mostly member-led, with occasional conversations facilitated by pastoral staff. Reading or listening ahead is helpful, but not required.

Discussion of scholar N.T. Wright’s podcast:

Pain and Suffering, Part 1

Listen here.

Connections

Connections is a discussion-based class that explores a reading, podcast, or video that has been shared before the class meeting. The gathering is mostly member-led, with occasional conversations facilitated by pastoral staff. Reading or listening ahead is helpful, but not required.

Discussion of scholar N.T. Wright’s podcast:

Free Will and the Problem of Evil

Listen here.

Connections

Connections is a discussion-based class that explores a reading, podcast, or video that has been shared before the class meeting. The gathering is mostly member-led, with occasional conversations facilitated by pastoral staff. Reading or listening ahead is helpful, but not required.

Discussion of scholar N.T. Wright’s podcast:

Why bother improving the world? Can Christians attain perfection?

Listen here.

Connections

Connections is a discussion-based class that explores a reading, podcast, or video that has been shared before the class meeting. The gathering is mostly member-led, with occasional conversations facilitated by pastoral staff. Reading or listening ahead is helpful, but not required.

This class is a discussion of the Theo Ed Talk: The Leadership that Love Demands, The Right Rev. Robert Wright, Bishop, Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta. Listen here.

Connections

Connections is a discussion-based class that explores a reading, podcast, or video that has been shared before the class meeting. The gathering is mostly member-led, with occasional conversations facilitated by pastoral staff. Reading or listening ahead is helpful, but not required.

This class is a discussion of Theo Ed Talk: Reckless Love: Living for Things that Die, Dr. Ted Smith, Associate Dean of Faculty, Candler School of Theology. Listen here.

Grace under Pressure: Remembering God’s Presence in the Midst of Conflict

There is nothing new about conflict, and we all know how costly it can be. We also know that our faith equips us to respond to conflict constructively, attentive to the presence of God and alert to the possibilities for growth and transformation that God makes possible. In this season of heightened conflict, we need to remember the power of grace. Even in the most contentious of moments, God’s grace can steady us, disrupt the patterns of attack and defense, and enable us to speak openly and to listen fully. During this hour in November, we will step into these contentious times together by remembering the power of grace as the gift it is and as a resource for our contentious times.

Dr. Ellen Ott Marshall (M.A. Notre Dame 1992, M.A./Ph.D. Vanderbilt 2000) is Professor of Christian Ethics and Conflict Transformation at Candler School of Theology, Emory University. Dr. Marshall focuses on contemporary Christian ethics, with particular attention to violence, peacebuilding, conflict transformation, gender and moral agency. She has edited three volumes and written three books including Parenting for a Better World (co-edited with Susanna Snyder, Chalice Press, 2022) and An Introduction to Christian Ethics: Conflict, Faith, and Human Life (Westminster John Knox Press, 2018).

Williams Hall Presentation

Each week, there is a presentation-based class offered in Williams Hall, often with an outside speaker who is an expert on the topic at hand. These offerings will also include time for discussion and questions during or after the presentation. Advance preparation is not required. This weekly class is livestreamed.

Lunch and Learn

Join us for Lunch and Learn, a monthly gathering to hear from different speakers over a meal. Each month features a new speaker who will share insights on a variety of topics, followed by an open conversation. It’s a great opportunity to connect with others, learn something new, and enjoy a shared meal. Whether you’re a regular attendee or new to our community, all are welcome to come, listen, and share. In September, come meet Emily Beaver, Trinity’s new Associate Pastor, and learn more about her and her vision for the Family Ministry program at Trinity.

Register here.