(Online) This fall holds many transitions and unknowns for us - which brings both anxiety and opportunities for trust in God's promises. The foundational biblical story of stepping out in faith is the life of Abraham. In Abraham we see obedience, wavering faith, anxiety, trying to speed up and solve the necessary tensions too early, the struggle to believe in spite of appearances, the ways we try to settle for less than what God has in mind for us, and most of all: God's enduring and unfailing faithfulness to his promises in spite of all of our frailty, shortcomings, and failure. Join us in studying Abraham's story in the book of Genesis, following along with Central's sermon series.

(Online; in-person, socially-distant gatherings) Reading together this book will help us to become more aware of God's presence, to communicate often with Him and to evaluate our responses throughout the ordinary routines of daily life. Periodic journaling will allow us to reflect on how we view ourselves, others and God.

Book: (Amazon)
Liturgy of the Ordinary by Tish Warren
(CBD)
Liturgy of the Ordinary by Tish Warren
 

(EVENING, Online) Never before, in our lifetimes, have we seen such widespread examples of humankind's finite and limited capacity...and the need to understand how God is greater than all the brokenness we encounter - in ourselves and in the world. As we rest ourselves in the "shadow of His wings", you're invited to explore more deeply the qualities of God that are His alone and reflect on these traits alongside other ladies in this casual group. Creative journaling and pre/post-bedtime snacks are encouraged.

OPTIONAL Book: (Amazon)
None Like Him by Jen Wilkins
(CBD)
None Like Him by Jen Wilkins
 

(Outdoors, socially-distanced; Rain: online) Paul was imprisoned while writing the Philippians (facing huge difficulties and hardships - yet his faith and hope was unscathed.) As we are presently experiencing our own difficulties and hardships, hopefully, we can be encouraged and guided by Paul. In fact, the last chapter is entitled, "Contentment in all Circumstances."

Study Guide: (Amazon)
Philippians (N.T. Wright for Everyone Bible Study Guides)
(CBD)
Philippians (N.T. Wright for Everyone Bible Study Guides)
 

(Online) The Psalms: joyful, despondent, serene, violent, hopeful, resigned, faithful, questioning, all this and so much more. Join us this year on our journey through the Psalms—the great prayer book and hymnal of the Bible. We will be using Psalms: A 12-Week Study by Douglas Sean O'Donnell as our guide for this exploration of a book that witnesses to the glory of God and plumbs the depths of the human heart.

Study Guide: (Amazon)
Psalms: A 12-Week Study (Knowing the Bible series) by Douglas Sean O'Donnell
(CBD)
Psalms: A 12-Week Study (Knowing the Bible series) by Douglas Sean O'Donnell
 

(EVENING, Online) Sifted is about how God uses trials, challenges and disappointments in our lives so that we and our dreams become pleasing to God. Growth happens best when God does the molding, the sifting, the sanding, the chiseling to make you into a better you, and where He is the one who gets to define better. Our goal will be to keep our eyes on God Himself, not the process or our goals, as we submit to His work in us, to bring Joy, both for Him and us.

Book: (Amazon)
Sifted: Pursuing Growth Through Trials, Challenges, and Disappointments by Wayne Cordeiro
(CBD)
Sifted: Pursuing Growth Through Trials, Challenges, and Disappointments by Wayne Cordeiro
 

(Online) What is spiritual warfare? How can we recognize it? In what ways does it affect us? The Bible has much to say about the temptations and struggles we face day by day. In this study, we will deepen our understanding of spiritual warfare and be directed to God-given sources of power, assurance and hope.

Study Guide: (Amazon)
Spiritual Warfare (IVP Lifeguide Bible Studies)
(CBD) Spiritual Warfare (IVP Lifeguide Bible Studies)

(Online, hybrid-group decision) With racial justice issues in the news and on our minds, this group will use Daniel Hill's book, White Awake, to look at what it means to be white and what Scripture has to say about how we should respond. Our discussions will help us to reflect on our white cultural identity and more fully understand our identity in Christ.

Book: (Amazon)
White Awake by Daniel Hill
(CBD)
White Awake by Daniel Hill