Do you admire Jesus? If so, what for? His love? His wisdom? His fearlessness? His faith? The gospel he preached and demonstrated? Throughout history, many have admired Jesus. Fewer have aspired to imitate him. But what if that’s what he meant when he said, “Follow me“? What difference would it make in our lives and for our hurting world if we became more like Jesus?
In this five Wednesday Lenten discussion class, offered both on Zoom and in person at Spirit of Life Lutheran Church, 290 W Gloucester St, Gladstone,  OR, we will explore the five great acts of Jesus’ life: incarnation, baptism, transfiguration, crucifixion, and resurrection/ascension as our own path of spiritual development. Rev. Gabrielle Chavez, of Christ The Healer United Church of Christ and Guest Pastor at Meridian UCC will be our guide. Gabrielle has long been inspired by this material, especially in the way it intersects with science and the interfaith conversation. Each class will offer a short presentation of the main idea, time for questions and discussion, and a related spiritual practice to carry forward. Meets on Wednesdays March 12 through April 9 at 6:30 pm (immediately after the soup supper)