The Year of the Bible, Program Guide
Description
This popular, comprehensive Bible-reading program for individuals and group study offers a sweeping introduction to biblical themes and concepts. Complete with a detailed reading schedule for every day of one year, The Year of the Bible leads participants to a better understanding of Scripture and a greater sense of community within the church. Newcomers to Scripture and longtime Bible readers alike will find their Christian faith enhanced and feel a sense of accomplishment from reading the Bible in its entirety.
James E. Davison helps congregations put the program together and keep it going when enthusiasm flags.
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James E. Davison is the former Director of Continuing Education at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and a former church educator. He is an active member of Association of Presbyterian Church Educators.
Content
- Intro
- Half Title
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- Preface to the Revised Edition
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction: The Year of the Bible
- The Value of the Program
- Making the Program Work
- 1. Getting Going: Planning for the Program
- Gaining Support
- Developing Plans
- Projecting Your Costs
- 2. Starting Up: Inaugurating the Year
- Publicizing the Program
- Instituting the Year
- 3. The Long Haul: Maintaining Enthusiasm
- Regular Features
- Additional Possibilities
- 4. Wrapping Up: Concluding the Program
- Closing Activities
- Follow-Up Plans
- Appendix 1: Sample Materials for The Year of the Bible
- Appendix 2: Weekly Bulletin Questions
