The Episcopal Church of the Ascension - Hickory, North Carolina
Thursday Study Group - Jesus and the Gospels
Thu, Jan 09
|Hickory
Each Thursday we will view and discuss two thirty-minute lectures by Luke Timothy Johnson, Professor of New Testament & Christian Origins at Emory University. Each week’s study is a standalone session so join when you can.
Time & Location
Jan 09, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Hickory, 726 1st Ave NW, Hickory, NC 28601, USA
About the Event
Exploring Jesus Through the Gospels
The figure of Jesus has captivated believers and skeptics alike, raising profound questions about his words, actions, and even his existence. For 2,000 years, these questions have centered on the Gospels. Yet, the Gospels themselves present diverse and sometimes puzzling images of Jesus, sparking debates about his identity and the early Christian movement.
Why do these accounts differ so greatly? Can they be reconciled into a single portrait of Jesus? And what can we truly know about him?
Discovering the Gospels' Richness
This thought-provoking course delves into the canonical Gospels of Mark, Matthew, Luke, and John, as well as apocryphal texts that have shaped perceptions of Jesus, Mary, and Christianity. These works provide a mosaic of insights into the human Jesus and the literary traditions that convey his story.