African Bible Study or Sacred Reading (Lectio Divna) meets each Tuesday at 12 PM using Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85856795275pwd=NHRBQlZvRU9PL1h3dWFuMmJBa2NHdz09
This Bible study is a structured, meditative approach to learning about our Christian faith from scripture. It not only discourages but also disallows crosstalk during the collective reading. It encourages self-reflection as well as listening to others.
We hope people who are interested will join us in this empowering group study of scripture. If you have questions, write Pat Cary at sisterpcocd2@nullhotmail.com or Keith Doubt at kdoubt@nullgmail.com. Each week we will read the Lectionary reading for the forthcoming Sunday. We hope you consider joining us!
Outline of African Bible Study or Lectio Divna
Opening Prayer: O Blessed Lord, who caused all Holy Scripture to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our savior Jesus Christ, Amen.
Procedure:
- One person reads the passage slowly.
- Each person identifies the word or phrase that catches their attention. (1 minute)
- Each shares the word or phrase with the group. (3-5 minutes, NO DISCUSSION)
- Another person reads the passage slowly (from a different translation, if possible.)
- Each person identifies where this passage touches on their life today. (1 minute)
- Each share. (3-5 minutes, NO DISCUSSION)
- The passage is read a third time (another reader and translation, if possible.)
- Each person names or writes: “From what I’ve heard and shared, what do I believe God wants meto do or be? Is God inviting me to change in any way?” (5 minutes)
- Each shares their answer. (5-10 minutes, NO DISCUSSION)
- Each prays for another person in the group, naming what was shared in other steps. (5 minutes)
Closing: The Lord’s Prayer