Learn how to use your faith as a catalyst for political change in the Political Discipleship Group Study. This 11-week discipleship course is developed by the Center for Public Justice (CPJ) and will prepare participants to identify and apply the basic elements of a Christian approach to politics by reviewing Christian teachings and biblical resources. Gethsemane’s Discipleship will be facilitated by Deacon Arthuree Wright. Sessions start February 23rd. To register email info@gethsemaneumc.org.
Topics for the 11 sessions cover:
- Politics as stewardship
- Political autobiographies
- Politics is for flourishing
- Politics practiced in community
- Discernment
- Clarifying the role of government
- Deciding with whom to meet
- Deciding on good questions
- Preparing for a public meeting
- Meeting with a public officeholder
- Celebrating the group’s action, reflecting on the outcome, and sharing outcomes with others.