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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-04-07/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-04-21/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-05-05/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-05-19/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-06-16/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-06-30/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-07-14/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-07-28/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-08-11/
CATEGORIES:Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://saint-marks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revelation4NP_Front_Cover.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T190000
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-08-25/
CATEGORIES:Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://saint-marks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revelation4NP_Front_Cover.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T190000
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-09-08/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-09-22/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-10-06/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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UID:10011851-1792522800-1792528200@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-10-20/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T190000
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UID:10011852-1793732400-1793737800@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-11-03/
CATEGORIES:Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://saint-marks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revelation4NP_Front_Cover.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T190000
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UID:10011853-1794942000-1794947400@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://saint-marks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revelation4NP_Front_Cover.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T190000
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UID:10011854-1796151600-1796157000@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-12-01/
CATEGORIES:Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://saint-marks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revelation4NP_Front_Cover.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261215T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T190003
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UID:10011855-1797361200-1797366600@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-12-15/
CATEGORIES:Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://saint-marks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revelation4NP_Front_Cover.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261229T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261229T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T221447Z
UID:10011856-1798570800-1798576200@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2026-12-29/
CATEGORIES:Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://saint-marks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revelation4NP_Front_Cover.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T190003
CREATED:20251006T214437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T221447Z
UID:10011857-1799780400-1799785800@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2027-01-12/
CATEGORIES:Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://saint-marks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revelation4NP_Front_Cover.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270126T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T221447Z
UID:10011858-1800990000-1800995400@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2027-01-26/
CATEGORIES:Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://saint-marks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revelation4NP_Front_Cover.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T190003
CREATED:20251006T214437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T221447Z
UID:10011859-1802199600-1802205000@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2027-02-09/
CATEGORIES:Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://saint-marks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revelation4NP_Front_Cover.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T190003
CREATED:20251006T214437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T221447Z
UID:10011860-1803409200-1803414600@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2027-02-23/
CATEGORIES:Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://saint-marks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revelation4NP_Front_Cover.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270309T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T190003
CREATED:20251006T214437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T221447Z
UID:10011861-1804618800-1804624200@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2027-03-09/
CATEGORIES:Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://saint-marks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revelation4NP_Front_Cover.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270323T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270323T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T190003
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2027-03-23/
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2027-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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UID:10011864-1808247600-1808253000@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2027-04-20/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2027-05-04/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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UID:10011866-1810666800-1810672200@saint-marks.com
SUMMARY:Scripture Discussion: Revelation for Normal People
DESCRIPTION:Starting in November\, the Scripture Discussion group will be reading and discussing Revelation. \nWe read aloud passages of Scripture and then have discussions following Study Guide materials. All are welcome; no prior Scripture background is needed\, \nThe group meets every-other week in the Kennedy Room (or the Library) on Tuesday Evenings 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nContact Ken Bencala [kenbnc@hotmail.com] for more information. \nFor our discussions we will be using the Study Guide Revelation for Normal People: A Guide to the Strangest and Most Dangerous Book in the Bible by Robyn J. Whitaker \nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well. Whether you love it\, hate it\, or avoid it like the plague\, the last book of the Bible’s influence permeates our cultural\, political\, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they’re…still bad actually…Left Behind series\, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes\, to all-too-real political discourse and actions\, John’s visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what’s the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire\, a marginalized people\, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil’s demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation’s ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own.
URL:https://saint-marks.com/event/scripture-discussion-revelation-for-normal-people/2027-05-18/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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