Winter Lay School of Theology Course. “At the Cross with Jesus: What Does it Mean?” At the heart of the Christian faith is the crucified and risen Christ. But what did/does the cross mean?

• Did God need an innocent blood sacrifice in order to pay the penalty for humanity’s sins?
• Was Jesus in some sense a ransom payment?
• Is Jesus’ sacrifice a model to follow?

Join this class to look at some of the classic theories of why Jesus died on a cross, some more recent interpretations, and critiques of those theories, including from Feminist and Womanist perspectives. Scheduled presenters include Pr. Erika Spaet, Prof. Rob Kugler, Pr. Tyler Beane Kelly, and Dr. Angela Parker.

Course participants and/or their congregations are encouraged to support the course with a financial donation as they are able. A gracious giving range of $20-$160 is invited; an $80  donation covers presenters and administrative costs. With four or more from the same congregation, we encourage a congregational donation of $250. And any donation is appreciated!

Eight Thursday evenings on Zoom | January 9-February 27, 2025 | 6:30-8:00 pm

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